8 Fragrances Similar To Afternoon Swim Louis Vuitton

Ever since we bought Afternoon Swim by Louis Vuitton, my husband and I have been wearing it non-stop. Due to the forthcoming winter and the average performance of this scent, I wanted to find something similar yet more stable.

When I got into looking, I found several fragrances that resembled Afternoon Swim one way or another.

Among them, I have picked the best scents that will work for us. Tag along if you are also hunting for LV Afternoon Swim dupes.

What Does Afternoon Swim By Louis Vuitton Smell Like?

Afternoon Swim EDP smells orangy and fresh with hints of zesty nuance. From top to bottom, it radiates a sweet, juicy, and tangy ambiance that turns a bit earthy. As time goes by, the spicy warmth of ginger will give you a stimulating kick.

This high-quality summer scent from the Les Parfums Louis Vuitton collection came to the market in 2019.

Now, let’s look at the note formulation of Afternoon Swim By Louis Vuitton:

Notes: Mandarin Orange, Sicilian Orange, Bergamot, Ambergris, Ginger

In a word, Afternoon Swim is full of energy. Jacques Cavallier merged the refreshing, sweet smell with Sicilian orange’s clean aura. Then he added bergamot to give a citrusy hunch that makes me happy every time I wear it.

The delightful earthy, spicy, and fizzy combo of ambergris and ginger is the game changer for my husband. He adores the dry-down most.

Afternoon Swim feels more charming when I’m a bit sweaty. Maybe it’s just me because this doesn’t happen with my man. What about you?

Anyway, it’s an easygoing fragrance yet a statement on its own whether you are walking by the beach or going hiking.

But, it lasts around 6 hours with mild sillage and projection. Which is quite ok for a summer fragrance, but I wanted more, which leads to the next passage.

What Fragrances Are Similar To Afternoon Swim Louis Vuitton?

It’s quite common to find the merging of sweet, hispanic ingredients in summer scents. Thus, I found a number of aromas that resemble Afternoon Swim.

Don’t worry, I have combed out the closest alternatives which come with similar accords and notable performance at the same time.

Here are the ideal replacements for Louis Vuitton’s Afternoon Swim:

1. Afternoon Splash Alexandria Fragrances

The moment my husband sprayed Afternoon Splash, I said, “Honey, this is the perfect clone of Afternoon Swim. Why didn’t we get this before?”

Thus, this scent made a permanent place in his bag in case he needed to reapply on a long tiring day.

Sicilian orange gives a mindblowing fresh and clean hunch in this replica when paired with sweet Mandarin orange. It also contains the sour nuance of bergamot, but here it’s more subtle than the original aroma.

The missing part in this Alexandria Fragrance is they blended the savory smell of sea salt instead of ginger, which brings a nice change without much modification.

Its 6 to 8 hours of lasting capability impressed me, and with a reasonable price point, I don’t mind its gentle trail.

When to Wear

Afternoon Splash Alexandria Fragrances is by far the most suitable for summer parties or outside picnics. It smells great in spring. And if you want in the fall, you can use it as well.

Why Should You Buy

2. L’Homme Idéal Platine Privé by Guerlain

L’Homme Idéal Platine Privé Guerlain is a designer fragrance that you can use instead of Afternoon Swim. This 2023 aroma opens with the juicy, fruity essence of grapefruit and citrusy bergamot to give you a stimulating feeling.

With time, its core reveals the cozy, nutty aroma of green almond, which blends with the delicate, blossomy hunch of neroli.

If you are a flower lover, this sudden floral hint will mesmerize you.

Now, let’s talk about the musky, earthy, and clean dry-down. In this stage, musk and vetiver do all the taking and eventually, end up staying 6 to 7 hours with a moderate trail.

When to Wear

L’Homme Idéal Platine Privé makes the summer heat wave enjoyable. All you need is a few sprays to lift your mood, whether it’s spring or fall.

Why Should You Buy

3. Tygar Bvlgari

Tygar by Bvlgari is another scent that my husband loves to wear for special occasions in the summer. And this head-turner also reminds me of Afternoon Swim.

Jacques Cavallier kept the notes simple. Grapefruit and ambroxan are the showstoppers of this fragrance. It exudes a fresh, enchanting aura that will captivate your attention from the beginning. At least for me, it works every time.

After the juicy hunch of grapefruit, ambroxan’s dry, woody essence emits an enchanting aroma. This is a complex note to work with. Still, in this cologne, its further tuning with woody notes creates a work of art.

It comes with strong longevity and appealing sillage. This makes the high price range of Tygar worth every penny.

But, if you are on a budget, you can try the colognes similar To Bvlgari Tygar on the market.

When to Wear

Tygar Bvlgari is an excellent choice for summer and spring. My husband and I also wear it during the fall, as its woody ambiance blends with the weather perfectly.

Why Should You Buy

4. Gone Swimming By The Dua Brand

Let me introduce another Afternoon Swim-inspired fragrance by the Dua Brand called Gone Swimming.

The combination of bergamot, Mandarin, and Sicilian orange will give you the feeling of embracing the sun on a beach with freshly made orange drinks.

Its tangy, juicy, and sweet hunch creates a new scent dimension when ambergris infuses a soft, earthy, yet salty aura. It will lift your mood and maintain that for a solid 6 hours. For more performance, you need to reapply this clone.

When to Wear

Gone Swimming By The Dua Brand is the ideal definition of a summer scent. Its tangy and refreshing ambiance will make your daytime outing easy.

Why Should You Buy

5. Tangerine Boy By Phlur

Tangerine Boy by Phlur is a substitute for Afternoon Swim LV. In 2022, Jérôme Epinette crafted this bold and sexy fragrance.

At the opening, the spicy nuance of ginger will welcome you, along with the sour smell of lemon and black pepper’s sensual touch.

Soon, the middle comes to light, and you will sense the refreshing blast of tangerine merging with the delicious aura of apple and alluring jasmine.

Amber’s soft, cozy, and warm essence makes the dry-down more beautiful as moss balances with it perfectly.

All you need is a few sprays to enjoy 6 hours of longevity with mild sillage.

When to Wear

Spring and summer are the best seasons to use Tangerine Boy Phlur. Especially for daytime activities, it’s the best scent. Avoid wearing it at night.

Why Should You Buy

6. Forever Love Pana Dora

Due to several overlapping notes, you can use Forever Love by Pana Dora as an alternative to LV Afternoon Swim.

This citrus aromatic scent combines tangy elements such as bergamot and lemon with juicy, sweet components like tangerine, and grapefruit at the top.

Here I also sensed the heady, complex essence of orange blossom, which is not present in the original Louis Vuitton scent.

Its middle is blessed with several mind-blowing notes to enchant you on a hot summer day.

The most unique addition here is mango and melon along with lavender’s refreshing aroma. It has an alluring floral mixture that merges the green hunch of neroli with iris, lily of the valley, and geranium.

Though it contains sage and ginger in the middle, I couldn’t detect those ingredients.

Forever Love settles with the dazzling tuning of amber and soft, woody sandalwood with nutty tonka bean and vetiver’s delightful smell.

Another notable thing about this long-lasting fragrance is its majestic cap symbolizing Swedish deer. It’s a statement piece for sure, and you can gift it to your loved ones to use during the warmer days.

When to Wear

In summer, spring and autumn Forever Love Pana Dora flourishes the most due to its fresh and stimulating note composition. It’s more appropriate for brunch, parties, or regular use.

Why Should You Buy

7. Amalfi Flowers Creed

When I started to look for Afternoon Swim’s substitutes, I didn’t expect to find one from Dolce&Gabbana.

And I was even surprised to see its price tag. Comparatively, as a designer brand, Light Blue Forever pour Homme is affordable. So, if you are on a budget and still want to use a branded cologne, this is the one for you.

Shyamala Maisondieu included the tangy nuance of amalfi lemon and bergamot with Sicilian mandarin and bougainvillea, along with black currant at the opening.

Soon, you will get the lavish smell of ravello rose combined with soft, powdery iris and earthy-smelling patchouli in the heart.

Finally, in the dry-down, this perfume lights up with sandalwood and violet’s powdery nuance followed by Russian leather and ambergris which altogether projects massively and lasts longer.

When to Wear

In spring and summer, Light Blue Forever pour Homme works the best. Specially for your daytime activities, it’s the ideal scent.

Why Should You Buy

8. Light Blue Forever pour Homme Dolce&Gabbana

Last but not least is Amalfi Flowers by the House of Creed. In 2007, this designer scent came to the market, formulated by Olivier Creed.

At the top, the juicy tangy merging of grapefruit and bergamot will give you a pleasing touch, and this refreshing flow maintains its radiance until the core comes to light.

In the middle, ozonic notes blended with violet leaf and emit a romantic yet exhilarating ambiance.

Ultimately, after a couple of hours comes the base and in this stage, you will sense the earthy, rooty, and woody-smelling java vetiver oil which becomes more prominent due to the presence of patchouli and white musk.

The best part of this breathtaking fragrance is its performance. For 12 hours, you will feel this aroma lingering around you.

When to Wear

Amalfi Flowers Creed is a great option for summer days only. Avoid using this woody aromatic fragrance in the winter as it can feel overwhelming.

Why Should You Buy

Parting Thoughts

Afternoon Swim Louis Vuitton is without a doubt a staple piece to have in your collection. And the dupes I have elaborated here are no less.

You can pick the most suitable one from this list, and I am certain you will love the way you and your partner smell. So, what are you waiting for? Get the ideal alternative of Afternoon Swim and share your experience through the comment section below.

Till then, take care.