Is Maison Alhambra Vogue Rouge a dupe of Yves Saint Laurent Mon Paris?

Mon Paris EDP

Yves Saint Laurent by Olivier Cresp, Dora Baghriche, Harry Frémont Original

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Mon Paris EDP

A gleaming, addictive fruit bomb with a crystal white musk chypre twist, Mon Paris is flirty, luminous, and effervescent. The perfect modern signature for those who want to be noticed without overwhelming.

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Our Verdict - Vogue Rouge EDP

Vogue Rouge is a polished, fresh floral that proves you don't need a huge budget for a touch of luxurious calm. It's a safe blind buy, universally pleasing, and delivers way above its price point.

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Scent Profile

How they compare

Mon Paris EDP A Vogue 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

Mon Paris EDP

Vogue Rouge EDP

Notes

Only in Mon Paris

Raspberry 17% Strawberry 17% Pear 15% Orange 13% Bergamot 13% Tangerine 13% Calone 13%

Only in Vogue Rouge

Apple 52% Lemon 48%

Shared Notes

Jasmine 24% vs 22%

Orange Blossom 23% vs 32%

Only in Mon Paris

Peony 28% Datura 23%

Only in Vogue Rouge

Violet 45%

Shared Notes

Musk 17% vs 30%

Vanilla 16% vs 36%

Only in Mon Paris

Patchouli 20% Ambroxan 16% Cedar 15% Oakmoss 15%

Only in Vogue Rouge

Amber 33%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

Mon Paris Vogue Rouge

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Mon Paris

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer Winter

A bright fruity-floral opening makes Mon Paris ideal for spring and summer, while its patchouli-musk base and sweetness provide enough depth for fall. It can be worn in winter but may lack the heavy warmth some prefer in cold weather.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Office Formal

This scent shines on dates and casual outings with its luminous, romantic sillage. Moderate projection and sweetness keep it approachable for office and formal events, but it is less suited to sporty or high-heat activities.

Vogue Rouge

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Formal

Also Works:

Date

Its fresh, clean, and moderate performance makes it an excellent choice for daily wear, including the office, without being overpowering. While not a powerhouse, its elegant floral heart also makes it suitable for relaxed dates and semi-formal events.

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

63%

Key Similarities

Shares 4 of its 17 notes, including Jasmine, Orange Blossom, Musk

Key Differences

Adds ambroxan and bergamot, drops amber and apple