Love Chanel N°5? Here Are 5 Alternatives To Buy On A Budget

You know when the internet discovers a dupe and the whole world goes crazy over it? This is exactly what happened with the The Body Shop fragrance that's a gorgeous blend of wood and florals similar to the Chanel N°5. The top notes of the jasmine and base notes of the iris mimic the signature Chanel perfume which is slightly less nuanced and great for people who find the Chanel N°5 a little aggressive. It's not as long-lasting as Chanel as it's an eau de toilette (EDT) whereas Chanel N°5 is an EDP (Eau De Parfum) but we have to commit, the staying power is quite impressive in comparison to other EDT's in the market.

Pro-Tip: Confused between EDT and EDP? Read about out the different types of perfumes here.

Another affordable alternative (priced at only INR 999) is the Marks & Spencer Amber Eau De Toilette which has more of a woody touch to it than the florals because of the spicy citrus notes that sit on a base of amber and sandalwood. If you don't incline towards floral scents, then this one's the best option! What's more to love is that Marks & Spencer's fragrances are vegan while Chanel's aren't. Since it's an EDT, you will have to reapply every three to four hours to refresh the fragrance, but otherwise, it is a phenomenal woody scent.

This luxurious fragrance is a massive fan favourite, thanks to the irresistible notes of jasmine sumbac interplaying with tonka bean and cocoa for that vanilla-like sweetness. The notes are pretty much the same honestly; the zesty citrus punch from the high notes of the lemon, the floral middle notes of the jasmine, tuberose and Bulgarian rose, and the base notes of tonka bean and sandalwood for that whiff of subtle but sweet woodiness. Also, the packaging is super stylish and would be a highlight to add to your vanity.

Made in the UAE, the land of exquisite ouds, this fruity-floral fragrance has the same floral meets woody fragrance sensibility. With overlapping notes like bergamot for the top notes, orange substituting for the citric of the lemon, and rose and jasmine in the middle notes along with musk, patchouli, vetiver and vanilla for the base notes, it pretty much gives you the same scent as the Chanel No° 5 at a lower price point. Also, the top notes have peach and grapefruit notes that give it a fruity soul which not only adds a breeze of lightness to the fragrance, but also makes it appropriate for daily wear.

Looking for dupes of other Chanel bestsellers? Check out our list of the closest alternatives to their most iconic products here.