Is Ahmed Al Maghribi Blue by Ahmed a dupe of Chanel Bleu de Chanel?
Bleu de Chanel EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2014 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Blue by Ahmed EDP
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Bleu de Chanel
- Blue by Ahmed
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
Effortless, magnetic, and endlessly versatile, Bleu de Chanel EDP is the modern masculine standard. Its crisp citrus opening, aromatic heart, and warm, woody-amber finish strike an impeccable balance between freshness and depth.
This BDC-inspired scent polarises with its initial synthetic blast, but those who 'get' it rave about its versatility, value, and impressive staying power once it's had a chance to mature. Absolutely stellar for the price, if you're willing to wait.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Balanced freshness and warm amber-woody depth make it versatile for spring and fall, with enough richness for brisk days yet not too heavy for milder weather. It can be worn year-round but is less suited to high summer humidity or deep winter cold.
Occasions
Its refined, versatile freshness is ideal for office and formal wear, while the warm, woody drydown is equally compelling for dates and casual outings. Projection and sophistication make it less suitable for sporty scenarios.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean profile makes it suitable for most settings, with many reviewers praising its office-safety and casual appeal. The strong initial projection and longevity, particularly on clothes, make it less ideal for high-formality or intimate date nights, where subtlety is often key.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 12 of its 15 notes, including Pink Pepper, Grapefruit, Lemon
Adds iso e super and musk, drops aldehydes and amber
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