Is Next Aura a dupe of Mugler Alien?
Alien EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2005 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Aura EDP
Alien by Mugler and Aura by Next are worlds apart in impact and personality. Alien is bold, intensely radiant, and long-lasting-a statement-maker with a rich jasmine-amber heart and commanding presence. Its premium price reflects its complex composition and superior projection. In contrast, Aura by Next is a budget-friendly, soft floral with a fruity blackcurrant twist and gentle musky-vanilla drydown. It’s light, unobtrusive, and designed for everyday wear, but lacks Alien’s longevity and sillage. If you want a perfume that turns heads and lingers, Alien wins; if you prefer something understated and affordable, Aura is a safe, easy pick.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Alien
- Aura
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You crave a powerful, head-turning scent
- You want premium longevity and projection
- You love rich jasmine and amber notes
- You seek a bold, distinctive fragrance
- You’re on a budget
- You prefer soft, wearable florals
- You want a breezy, everyday scent
- You like fruity blackcurrant notes
Alien is a cult classic that radiates otherworldly confidence, blending glowing jasmine and plush amber into an unforgettable sillage. This is not a wallflower scent - it’s magnetic and unmistakable.
Aura is a charming, easygoing floral with a juicy blackcurrant opening and soft musky-vanilla drydown. Effortless, breezy and quietly optimistic, it is a perfect everyday scent for spring and summer.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Alien's lush white florals and golden amber make it ideal for cooler spring evenings, autumn, and winter, where its warmth and projection shine. Its richness can feel overwhelming in summer heat but may work on temperate nights.
Occasions
Alien is commanding and sensual, best suited for formal events or date nights where its sillage and distinctiveness make a statement. It may be too assertive for office or casual daytime wear.
Seasons
Bright fruits, fresh florals and light musks make this best suited for spring and summer when airiness and gentle sweetness are ideal. Lacks the warmth and depth for cold winter days.
Occasions
Soft projection and a clean, uplifting floral profile make this ideal for office and casual wear. Its breezy transparency is pleasant for dates but too light for formal evening occasions.
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 3 notes, including Jasmine, Amber
Adds cashmeran, drops blackcurrant and mandarin
Where to buy
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