Is Maison Alhambra Florence a dupe of Gucci Flora by Gucci?
Flora by Gucci EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2010 | Year | 2022 |
| $$ | Price Tier | $ |
Florence EDP
Flora by Gucci and Florence by Maison Alhambra share floral, citrus, and fruity accords with rose and patchouli notes, but differ in execution. Flora is a discontinued, classic floral with mixed reviews - some find it timeless, others chaotic. Florence, a modern dupe, offers a similar profile at a budget price, but with a risk of synthetic notes. The choice depends on your budget and tolerance for risk. If you want the original, grab Flora while you can; if you're budget-conscious and willing to gamble, try Florence.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Flora by Gucci
- Florence
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
- You prefer the original formulation and scent profile.
- You appreciate the history and prestige of Gucci.
- You want a discontinued fragrance before it disappears.
- You don't mind paying more for a smoother blend.
- You want a similar scent on a tight budget.
- You're open to a modern interpretation.
- You don't mind potential synthetic notes.
- You like to discover affordable hidden gems.
A clean, classic floral for spring, and strong for what it is. Peony, citrus and mandarin lead, osmanthus and rose carry the middle, and sandalwood anchors it. It lasts.
Clean, soft and aiming for classic elegance: peach and red fruits, a white flower heart and a musky vanilla finish. A neat fruity floral that lasts well on the skin.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Rose
13%
vs
9%
Patchouli
9%
vs
4%
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Citrus, peony and osmanthus belong to spring, and it holds up in summer. By winter it is too light to feel right.
Occasions
Clean and clear, it suits the office, daily wear and dates. It lacks the weight for the most formal events.
Seasons
Spring and summer suit the peach and white flowers best, with autumn and winter possible thanks to the vanilla.
Occasions
Versatile enough for the office, casual days and dates. A little soft for a very formal evening.
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 2 of its 9 notes, including Patchouli, Rose
Adds bergamot and jasmine, drops citrus and mandarin
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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