Is Maison Alhambra Jean Lowe Fantasme a dupe of Louis Vuitton Imagination?

Jean Lowe Fantasme EDP

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Imagination Eau de Parfum bottle Imagination EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2021 Year 2026
££££ Price Tier ££
Jean Lowe Fantasme Eau de Parfum bottle Jean Lowe Fantasme EDP
$597.00+ tax from
3.4 fl oz (100 ml) at MicroPerfumes
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$39.99+ tax from
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Imagination EDP
Imagination redefines luxury freshness with a seamless blend of citrus, tea, and soft woods. It's not groundbreaking, but the sheer quality, versatile wearability, and tranquil, clean aura make it the ultimate fresh 'dumb reach' for those who want to smell quietly irresistible.
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Our Verdict - Jean Lowe Fantasme EDP
Prepare for drama and conspiracy theories. The community's been in a right old frenzy over this one, with half swearing it's a stellar dupe and the other claiming foul play. The actual scent? A surprisingly clean, fruity oud with a hint of gourmand warmth.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Imagination EDP A Jean Lowe Fantasme EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Imagination EDP
Jean Lowe Fantasme EDP

Notes

Only in Jean Lowe Fantasme
Cacao Pod 53% Oud 47%
Shared Notes
Frankincense 21% vs 35%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

Imagination Jean Lowe Fantasme
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Imagination

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

Imagination's bright citrus, fresh green, and airy tea notes make it ideal for spring and summer, while the underlying musky woods and smooth spices allow it to transition into milder fall days. The crisp freshness is less suited to winter's cold, though the clean warmth of the base keeps it from feeling too icy.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Formal

Its clean, uplifting scent and moderate projection make Imagination highly versatile-perfect for office, daytime outings, or casual wear, and fresh enough for the gym. While it can work for formal settings, its easygoing character is best in less dressy environments.

Jean Lowe Fantasme

Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Given the 'clean soapy note' frequently mentioned and its generally good performance, this fragrance is versatile. It's a solid choice for dates or casual outings, perhaps less so for formal events given its distinctive character or intense sport activity.

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.

Overall scent match
1%
Key Similarities

Shares 1 of its 9 notes, including Frankincense

Key Differences

Adds blackcurrant and cacao pod, drops ambroxan and bergamot

Where to buy

Imagination EDP
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