Is Maison Alhambra Versencia Rouge a dupe of Versace Eros Flame?

Eros Flame EDP

Versace by Olivier Pescheux Original Acquired

Versencia Rouge EDP

Maison Alhambra   Inspired Statement
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Eros Flame Eau de Parfum bottle Eros Flame EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2018 Year -
££ Price Tier ££
Versencia Rouge Eau de Parfum bottle Versencia Rouge EDP
Our Verdict

While both share a similar profile, Eros Flame distinguishes itself with a bolder, more refined composition. Versencia Rouge, aiming to replicate the Versace fragrance, reportedly falls short in projection and overall impact. The key difference lies in the quality and execution of the shared notes; Eros Flame boasts a vibrant, long-lasting profile, while Versencia Rouge may come across as weaker and less nuanced. If you seek the Eros DNA with added spice and gourmand depth, Eros Flame is the clear winner. If you want a lighter skin scent, Versencia Rouge is worth a try.

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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Eros Flame if...
  • You want a long-lasting, potent fragrance.
  • You appreciate a bold and confident scent.
  • You enjoy the Eros DNA with a spicy twist.
  • You prefer a fragrance with good projection.
Choose Versencia Rouge if...
  • You want a very subtle, skin-scent fragrance.
  • You are looking for a more budget-friendly option.
  • You prefer a lighter, less intense scent profile.
  • You don't mind weaker performance for the price.
Our Verdict - Eros Flame EDP
Eros Flame blazes with vibrant citrus and peppery spice, fusing the signature Eros DNA with a fiery, modern gourmand twist. A magnetic, crowd-pleasing scent that balances fresh punch and seductive warmth with bold projection.
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Our Verdict - Versencia Rouge EDP
This one's a divisive clone, with many feeling it misses the mark compared to the original. If you're after a beast mode scent, look elsewhere - projection is reportedly weak.
Statement

Scent Profile

How they compare
Eros Flame EDP A Versencia Rouge 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
Eros Flame EDP
Versencia Rouge EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Rose 34% vs 28%
Pepper 31% vs 26%
Mandarin 21% vs 20%
Lemon 21% vs 20%
Vanilla 19% vs 11%
Chinotto 18% vs 32%
Tonka Bean 18% vs 21%
Rosemary 17% vs 71%
Sandalwood 16% vs 13%
Cedar 16% vs 14%
Patchouli 15% vs 13%
Oakmoss 14% vs 25%
Only in Eros Flame
Geranium 34%
Shared Notes
Mandarin 21% vs 20%
Pepper 21% vs 26%
Lemon 21% vs 20%
Chinotto 18% vs 32%
Only in Eros Flame
Rosemary 18%
Shared Notes
Rose 34% vs 28%
Only in Eros Flame
Geranium 34% Pepper 32%
Only in Versencia Rouge
Rosemary 72%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 19% vs 11%
Tonka Bean 18% vs 21%
Sandalwood 16% vs 13%
Cedar 16% vs 14%
Patchouli 15% vs 13%
Oakmoss 14% vs 25%

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

Eros Flame Versencia Rouge
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Eros Flame

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

The vibrant citrus and aromatic opening makes Eros Flame suitable for spring, but the sweet vanilla and warm spicy-woody base give it excellent presence in fall and winter. It is intense for hot summer days but can work on cooler summer nights.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its bold projection and warm-sweet character make it a standout choice for dates and nights out. The richness and strength may be too assertive for the office or sporty occasions but works well for casual and some formal settings.

Versencia Rouge

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Community season votes for Versace Eros Flame, the fragrance this is built to match, favour spring, autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

The moderate longevity and reportedly weak projection make it suitable for casual wear or an office setting where a subtle scent is preferred. The woody and citrus accords keep it versatile, but it lacks the boldness for formal events and isn't fresh enough for sport.

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
80%
Key Similarities

Every one of its 12 notes is in the original, including Mandarin, Lemon, Chinotto

Key Differences

Without geranium

Where to buy

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