Some designer colognes have become so popular that they produce countless dupes and knockoffs from cheaper brands in the market.
However, when it comes to more lowkey, niche brands, dupes of their fragrances are not as easy to find.
One such fantastic cologne is Jazz Club by Maison Martin Margiela. It’s a great cologne, but not always available or accessible.
So, for people who love this scent but can’t get a hold of it or want a similar aroma from a different brand, I have listed the best dupes or alternatives to Jazz Club in this article.
So, if you want something close to Jazz Club, you are in the right place – just keep reading!
What Does Replica Jazz Club Smell Like?
Maison Margiela is a luxury house based in France. Out of the many items they produce, one of the most exquisite (or should I say interesting?) is their fragrance collection called Replica.
These Replica colognes say so on the bottle that they are a “replication of familiar scents and moments of varying locations and periods”.
One of their such colognes is Jazz Club – a spicy scent that reeks of citruses, leather, cigars, rum, and sage.
Below is a detailed list of notes you will find in this cologne.
Top Notes: Pink Pepper, Neroli and Lemon
Middle Notes: Rum, Java vetiver oil and Clary Sage
Base Notes: Tobacco Leaf, vanilla bean and Styrax
The air is filled with uplifting, sweet citrus notes when you first spray it. Gradually, the scent develops into a thick, smooth mixture of rum, tobacco and vanilla.
These notes dominate the scent and set the tone for the rest of its stay.
To me, this fragrance feels rather intense, but not in a bad way. It feels perfect for cold winter nights, almost like a thick blanket of coziness and booze.
The projection of this cologne is somewhat weak, but those near you will be able to detect it fair and well. The longevity, on the other hand, is not bad as it stays for around 6 hours.
What Fragrances Are Similar To Jazz Club?
Well, now you know what Replica Jazz Club is all about. So, what are the colognes that compare to their scent?
I found only a handful of fragrances that could do a fair replication of the scent you get from this Maison Margiela fragrance. However, not all of them were up to the mark or worth buying.
So, I shortlisted the best from the list and gathered all the details about them right here for you.
So, here are my top 5 picks for colognes that smell like Replica Jazz Club:
Santal Complet by Fragrance Du Bois
Top Notes: Coconut and Lemon
Middle Notes: Violet and Black Pepper
Base Notes: Sandalwood, Vanilla, Musk and Amber
First and foremost on the list is Santal Complet. Released in 2016, it is a unisex scent made by the brand Fragrance Du Bois.
This fragrance has a very similar aroma to Jazz Club, even though not all of its notes overlap. The opening of Santal Complet is filled with citrus and pepper. You also get a touch of coconut and violet.
The overall scent is quite boozy and dark, which makes it comparable to the Maison Margiela cologne. The sandalwood dominates as the scent dries down, making the later parts smoky yet creamy.
While I found its sillage and projection to be quite weak, the longevity was alright with around 4 to 6 hours of stay.
I would say that the performance is okay when compared to Jazz Club – however, the biggest problem with this cologne is that it is very expensive.
If you compare the price and the performance, I would have to say that the value for the price is quite poor.
Nonetheless, if the price isn’t an issue for you and you want a similar aroma to Jazz Club, then you can give this a go.
When to Wear
Santal Complet is a thick and warm cologne, which makes it ideal for the cooler seasons. However, I feel like you can make some use of it in spring and summer as well because it is not that overwhelming owing to the weak sillage.
It is great for nighttime occasions and formal and semi-formal events.
Why Should You Buy
- Similar scent to Replica Jazz Club.
- Smoky, boozy, thick aroma.
- Ideal winter scent.
- Masculine aroma.
Porto Bello by Le Couvent Maison de Parfum
The next cologne is a gourmand unisex fragrance called Porto Bello, launched in 2018 by Le Couvent Maison de Parfum.
The ingredients in this scent are limited, but the warm, sophisticated aroma is undeniably pleasant.
Much like Jazz Club, this one has an opening that is a blend of citruses with a hint of spiciness. The benzoin and olibanum make it warm and cozy, somehow replicating the boozy sensation we are looking for.
There is also a similar smokiness to this cologne which makes it even more reminiscent of the Maison Margiela fragrance. However, it has a much better performance.
The longevity and sillage are both excellent, and this scent is quite affordable as well.
When to Wear
The best time to wear Porto Bello is during the cooler seasons, winter and fall. But you can also wear it in spring and summer to some extent, just be careful not to overspray it.
It is a great choice for semi-formal and formal events and has a cozy yet sophisticated vibe to it.
Why Should You Buy
- The aroma and style are close to Replica Jazz Club.
- Less expensive.
- Better performance.
- Long-lasting scent.
- Good sillage.
- Great value for the price.
The One for Men Eau de Parfum by Dolce & Gabbana
Top Notes: Grapefruit, Coriander and Basil
Middle Notes: Ginger, Cardamom and Orange Blossom
Base Notes: Amber, Tobacco and Cedar
Next on the list is The One for Men by Dolce&Gabbana. This Eau de Parfum was launched in 2015 and created by the infamous Olivier Polge.
The One is a masculine cologne that I believe replicates the dark, smokey, boozy aroma of Jazz Club really well. In fact, it is even gloomier to some extent.
The initial aroma has a citrus scent accompanied by some herbs and greens. Then the spices become evident almost instantly with flavorful ginger, cardamom and cedar.
The closing notes are warm and smokey, creating a vibe similar to the Replica scent. The amber is particularly strong and sort of character to this scent.
It lasts for around 5 hours or so and has a decent sillage, somewhat better than Jazz Club.
When to Wear
The One for Men by Dolce & Gabbana is ideal for winter and fall, and I wouldn’t recommend wearing this during the warmer seasons. It is great for any sort of occasion, whether it’s more formal or laid back.
Why Should You Buy
- Similar scent to Jazz Club.
- Designer scent by Dolce & Gabbana.
- Excellent aroma.
- Decent performance.
Side Effect by Initio Parfums Prives
Another unisex scent that is very close to Replica Jazz Club is Side Effect by Initio Parfums Prives. This scent was launched in 2016, and I feel like it means much more on the male side than the female.
This fragrance reeks of booze and smoke. It has a warm coziness to it besides the dark aroma.
The tobacco is beautifully blended with vanilla, cinnamon and rum. The overall concoction is an absolute pleasure to the olfactory senses.
It is strong, mysterious, sweet, spicy, seductive and tempting all at the same time.
It is a little too pricey, but the performance is great. Besides the excellent fragrance, the longevity and sillage of this cologne are highly impressive.
So, if budget isn’t an issue for you, you can give this a try.
When to Wear
Like the other colognes on this list, Side Effect is perfect for winter and fall. It is very strong, so you might want to be careful about overdoing it.
It can be worn to any kind of event, whether it’s formal, semi-formal or even casual.
Why Should You Buy
- Similar in scent and style to Replica Jazz Club.
- Intense and intriguing aroma.
- Good performance.
- Long-lasting.
Oud Malaki by Chopard
Top Notes: Grapefruit, Lavender and Artemisia
Middle Notes: Tobacco, Spices and Leather
Base Notes: Agarwood, Woodsy notes and Ambergris
The last cologne on this list is Oud Malaki by Chopard, which was launched before Jazz Club, so it isn’t exactly a dupe of the cologne, but a similar-smelling predecessor.
Oud Malaki was created by Dominique Ropion and has the spicy, smokey, amazing aroma that we are looking for.
The seductive spices, mysterious leather and woody notes give the cologne a lot of character. It is perfect for men who like a classy vibe.
It is very powerful, but I feel like the overall aroma is quite balanced.
When to Wear
Just like Jazz Replica, Oud Malaki is perfect for the cooler seasons. So whether it’s winter or fall, you can pull this one off.
It is quite intense, so you should spray it only a few times, and it best complements evening or nighttime occasions. However, that doesn’t mean its use is restricted to that time, and you can wear it anytime.
Why Should You Buy
- Similar scent to Replica Jazz Club.
- Well-developed cologne.
- Good projection.
- Long-lasting.
- Decent value for the price.
Wrapping Up
Replica Jazz Club is a great perfume to own, and if you truly like it, there are not many options available that can properly replicate its aroma.
Finding the finest Jazz Club dupe for yourself might be difficult, but it is not impossible. To help you get the best one for yourself, I have made this list that can assist you.
While some of the colognes on this list are expensive, others are affordable. But there is one thing that all of the perfumes have in common: they all excellently duplicate the smell of Jazz Club.
So, whichever option you select, I can assure you that the cologne will not let you down.
Now let me know which one you decide to go for and which cologne you’d like for me to cover next.
