Is Paris Corner Factory Edition: Camp Fire a dupe of Maison Margiela By the Fireplace?

Factory Edition: Camp Fire EDP

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By the Fireplace Eau de Toilette bottle By the Fireplace EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
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2015 Year 2023
££ Price Tier £
Factory Edition: Camp Fire Eau de Parfum bottle Factory Edition: Camp Fire EDP
Our Verdict

By the Fireplace (BTF) and Camp Fire (CF) share a similar DNA, but the key difference lies in their price and refinement. BTF offers a smoother, more nuanced smoky sweetness, while CF leans into a bolder, sweeter, and slightly herbal interpretation of a campfire. If you want the original high-quality experience, go with BTF. However, if you're seeking a budget-friendly alternative that captures the essence of a cozy campfire with a unique twist, CF is a great option. CF is a close dupe, but not a carbon copy.

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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose By the Fireplace if...
  • You prefer a smoother, more refined fragrance.
  • Price isn't a major concern for you.
  • You want the original 'By the Fireplace' experience.
  • You want better longevity and sillage.
Choose Factory Edition: Camp Fire if...
  • You are on a tight budget.
  • You want a sweeter, more gourmand campfire scent.
  • You enjoy unique, slightly herbal twists on familiar scents.
  • You prefer a stronger projection.
Our Verdict - By the Fireplace EDT
A modern cult classic that captures the essence of crackling wood and toasted sweetness. Hugely comforting and atmospheric, By the Fireplace is an enveloping, smoky gourmand that balances nostalgia with sophistication.
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Our Verdict - Factory Edition: Camp Fire EDP
A divisive yet beloved scent; wear Camp Fire if you want a sweet, woody hug for autumn and winter, but don't expect a carbon copy of its inspiration. It’s got its own delicious, slightly herbal, roasted marshmallow charm.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
By the Fireplace EDT A Factory Edition: Camp Fire 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
By the Fireplace EDT
Factory Edition: Camp Fire EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Clove Clove 37% vs 36%
Vanilla Vanilla 35% vs 42%
Chestnut Chestnut 34% vs 38%
Guaiac Wood Guaiac Wood 34% vs 38%
Pink Pepper Pink Pepper 33% vs 33%
Peru Balsam Peru Balsam 33% vs 34%
Cashmeran Cashmeran 31% vs 23%
Juniper Juniper 30% vs 23%
Orange Blossom Orange Blossom 28% vs 30%
Shared Notes
Clove Clove 37% vs 36%
Pink Pepper Pink Pepper 33% vs 33%
Orange Blossom Orange Blossom 28% vs 30%
Shared Notes
Chestnut Chestnut 34% vs 38%
Guaiac Wood Guaiac Wood 34% vs 38%
Juniper Juniper 30% vs 23%
Shared Notes
Vanilla Vanilla 35% vs 42%
Peru Balsam Peru Balsam 33% vs 34%
Cashmeran Cashmeran 31% vs 23%

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

By the Fireplace Factory Edition: Camp Fire
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

By the Fireplace

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

With its smoky, sweet, and warm balsamic tones, By the Fireplace thrives in cold weather, wrapping the wearer in a cozy aura. The heavy, woody and gourmand aspects can feel cloying in heat but shine in fall and especially winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal

Its moderate projection and comforting, inviting profile suit dates and casual outings, while the smoky sweetness works for formal events with personality. The scent is too enveloping and gourmand for sport or high-activity scenarios, and may be too distinctive for conservative offices.

Factory Edition: Camp Fire

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its moderate projection and warm, sweet profile make it perfect for casual outings and dates, particularly in colder weather. The woody and spicy notes might be a bit much for a formal setting or the office, where a lighter touch is usually preferred.

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
93%
Key Similarities

Every one of its 9 notes is in the original, including Clove, Pink Pepper, Orange Blossom

Key Differences

Near-identical note list, differs in proportion

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