Is Aldi Mon Amour a dupe of Giorgio Armani Sì?
Sì and Aldi's Mon Amour differ mainly in depth, longevity, and how refined the ingredients feel. Sì is the sophisticated, high-end option, built around a complex, resinous amberwood base that gives it a polished, assertive sillage lasting for hours. It feels tailored, mature, and properly expensive. Mon Amour takes the stripped-back route: it mimics the iconic blackcurrant and vanilla profile reasonably well, but it doesn't have the textural nuance or staying power of the original, and it fades faster and reads lighter and brighter on skin. If you care about status and endurance, Sì is the clear choice. If you want a casual, daily-wear take on this popular scent profile that's easy on your wallet, Mon Amour is a surprisingly pleasant and cheerful alternative for everyday use.
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want a signature scent with excellent longevity.
- You prefer complex, high-quality ingredients.
- You enjoy a deeper, more resinous amberwood dry down.
- You are shopping on a strict budget.
- You want a light scent for casual, daily wear.
- You prefer a fragrance that is soft and never overwhelming.
A modern feminine classic blending juicy blackcurrant, velvety rose and creamy vanilla over a musky woody base. Sì EDP is graceful, assertive and alluring, perfect for those who want to say 'yes' to self-assured elegance.
Juicy blackcurrant and bright florals on a creamy vanilla-woody base make Mon Amour a cheerful, budget-friendly ode to modern femininity. Effortless and inviting, it flatters without ever overwhelming.
Scent Profile
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Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Sì EDP's rich fruit and rose heart shine in spring and autumn, while its vanilla-patchouli base brings warmth for cooler weather. Its sweetness and floralcy are versatile, but may feel dense in the hottest months.
Occasions
Elegant yet approachable, Sì EDP is refined enough for formal events and the office, while its juicy fruit and creamy base make it inviting for dates. Its projection and sweetness are less suited to sporty occasions.
Seasons
Bright fruits and sparkling florals make Mon Amour ideal for spring and early summer, while its creamy vanilla and woods provide enough warmth for fall. It may not project enough for the coldest winter days.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and inviting fruity-floral character suit daytime, office, and especially romantic occasions. Not formal or sporty due to its playful, sweet freshness.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean fruity, floral, sweet
Adds ambroxan and freesia, drops amberwood and blackcurrant
Where to buy
Fragrance Click UK
£0.74/ml
£73.95
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The Beauty Store
£0.76/ml
£75.99
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Amazon UK
£0.84/ml
£83.88
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Paco Perfumerias
£0.84/ml
£84.25
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Notino
£0.88/ml
£88.50
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Perfume Click
£1.01/ml
£101.05
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Escentual
£1.22/ml
£122.00
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The Fragrance Shop
£1.42/ml
£142.00
Buy
eBay UK
£0.27/ml
£27.00
Buy
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