Top 6 Fragrances Similar To Legacy of Petra Penhaligon's

Going with the hype, I recently got a sample of Legacy of Petra. After using it for weeks, I can say it can easily make your gloomy fall days more enjoyable and exciting.

But its insanely high price made me look for its pocket-friendly alternatives. And after thorough testing, I got a handful of scents that offer a similar aroma and stay within the budget.

Now, in this article, I’ll be describing all these worthy Legacy of Petra replacements so that you can try them out.

So, stay put!

What Does Legacy of Petra Penhaligon’s Smell Like?

Legacy of Petra by Penhaligon’s smells spicy, sweet, herbaceous, and exquisite with the flawless mixture of fennel, green tea, licorice, and a heavy dose of myrrh. Other than that, this classy fragrance offers a woody, vanillic dry-down along with the warmth of benzoin.

This alluring unisex perfume was released in 2022, along with the beautiful composition of Natalie Gracia-Cetto.

Now, before getting deeper into its aroma, let’s take a look at the notes profile of Legacy of Petra:

Top Notes: Green Tea, Fennel and Bergamot

Middle Notes: Licorice, Myrrh, Olibanum, and Rosemary

Base Notes: Benzoin, Woody Notes, and Vanilla

The beginning of Legacy of Petra is heavy in fennel and feels like a refreshing, sweet, spicy desert wind. Bergamot comes out very lightly and creates sort of a tangy mist across the top.

Then, the aroma moves into a sweet, elegant, fully absorbing myrrh and licorice core. It smells sweet, warm, and slightly spicy with a smooth, aromatic, herby-green undertone.

As the scent matures, it turns into a pure, sophisticated tone from sensual woody base notes. In the end, the sweet blanket of vanilla helps this warm, ambery dry down to create an enchanting ambiance that stays with you for the whole day.

However, Legacy of Petra presents a moderate projection for an hour or so, and then it becomes an intimate scent that only the people closest to you can notice.

Now, this fragrance is really warm, sensual, and well-groomed. So, definitely a good choice for autumn or winter.

Plus, both my husband and I have worn it on different occasions, and guess what? We got a lot of compliments. So, in my opinion, its price is okay unless you have a limited budget.

What Fragrances Smell Similar To the Legacy of Petra Penhaligon’s?

Legacy of Petra is a recent release from the classic luxury house of Penhaligon’s. But within this short time, it has made its way through millions of hearts.

However, It’s pretty expensive, and looking for a reasonable alternative would never be a bad idea.

Hence, I’ve come up with the following list of affordable Legacy of Petra dupes, along with some premium suggestions.

Now, let’s take a look at some of the best Legacy of Petra by Penhaligon’s smell-alikes:

1. Petra’s Legacy The Dua Brand

The Dua Brand never disappoints me with their recreations of expensive scents. And it was the same for this time also.

Petra’s Legacy is a clone of Penhaligon’s Legacy of Petra. And I must say, they did a great job replicating the exotic, ancient sweet, myrrh-licorice blend in a more sophisticated and smoother way.

From the first sniff, you’ll feel its elegance and charm with spicy, sweet fennel. The green, tangy undertone adds a new level of attractiveness to it.

So, it will intoxicate you right from the start.

Then, in the middle, it gets another warm, balsamic layer from the gorgeous blend of myrrh and anise-tinged licorice. Rosemary in the background lends a green, dewy, relaxing twist to it.

Finally, vanilla and powdery woods make the aroma creamier and smoother in the dry-down.

Simply put, everything about Petra’s Legacy is sexy, divine, and desirable. It is very intense, just like the OG. The gourmand, spicy, woody trail of this perfume lasts for a long time with standard projection.

When To Wear

The gloomy, cold days of fall and winter are the best times to get the most out of this cozy fragrance. It is versatile and perfectly goes with any kind of occasion.

Why Should You Buy

2. KDJ Inspired Legacy Of Petra

KDJ Inspired Legacy Of Petra is another fine dupe that you can easily get, spending only a few bucks. This will be the best option when you need a Legacy Of Petra clone that doesn’t smell like a cheap copy at all.

Unlike the original, the sweet tone is more polished and balanced in this version. The opening smells sweet with fennel, but the spicy, tangy undertone is there to balance the sweetness while making it more exciting.

Legacy Of Petra is all about myrrh. But for this fragrance, myrrh is not overpowered or powerful, instead, it beautifully fuses with rosemary, licorice, and olibanum.

Altogether, they create a smooth, warm, sweet, slightly spicy core that is enough to enchant your partner on a date night.

Furthermore, the rich creaminess of vanilla, along with some sexy woods, makes the fragrance classier and more pleasing.

Overall, this fragrance creates a sweet, warm, and irresistible bubble around you that lasts for a long time.

When To Wear

The classy, refined tone of KDJ Inspired Legacy Of Petra brilliantly goes with formal or casual events during the fall or cold winter.

Why Should You Buy

3. Raghba Wood Intense Lattafa Perfumes

If you’re looking for an intense masculine substitute for Legacy of Petra, go for Raghba Wood Intense by Lattafa Perfumes. This fragrance unfolds seductive elegance in every layer of its complex composition.

In the beginning, it has the sweetness of caramel tuned with the soft, woody texture of licorice and cedar. This sweet-woody combo makes the scent warm and powdery right from the start.

Caramel sweetness stays on. And in the core, you’ll be showered with the intense woody, smoky oud nuance. Sandalwood’s creaminess and cashmere’s muskiness give more warmth and character to the woody core.

As soon as the fragrance settles, the aroma of smoky incense and amber wrapped in the rich sweetness of vanilla comes forward. It’s warm, cozy, sweet, and very much myrrh-like.

However, Raghba Wood Intense is much woodier and warmer than our Legacy of Petra. So, if you like intense woody fragrances with a little Middle Eastern vibe, just pick this one.

Its performance will leave you stunned. I could smell it on my husband’s clothes for days. The projection and sillage are enormous, so never spray it more than once or twice.

When To Wear

Save Raghba Wood Intense only for special occasions in winter or fall when you need to leave a strong and intense impression on everyone.

Why Should You Buy

4. Myrrhe & Bois Brûlés Carlotha Ray

What I missed in Legacy of Petra is a fresh, crispy twist. If you’re in the same boat as me, Myrrhe & Bois Brûlés by Carlotha Ray is your way to go.

Jean-Michel Duriez perfectly conveys the signature tone of Legacy of Petra, along with the juicy crispness of the green apple.

So, the opening of Myrrhe & Bois Brûlés is refreshing, sweet, and spicy, with powerful star anise fused with juicy apricot and apple.

It is sweet but never feels cloying or heady to me. The fresh, green undertone perfectly balances it out right before the core appears.

After a while, the soft, woody licorice shows up with its sweet charm.

It also has a relaxing, aromatic green tone from osmanthus and juniper, which makes the sweetness of licorice marvellous.

Even though this fragrance doesn’t have myrrh in its composition, it will still give you a warm, gourmand feel, especially in the base.

During the dry-down, you’ll feel a smooth, earthy, woody aroma laced with green, herbaceous mate. Leather gives it a bit of dark, animalic vibe that I actually love the most about this fragrance.

Anyway, this dupe is less expensive than Legacy of Petra, but the issue is it doesn’t last for that long. I only get around 3 to 4 hours of longevity from it.

When To Wear

The mossy, aromatic freshness of Myrrhe & Bois Brûlés is perfect for fall and winter. You can also wear it casually in the early summer.

Why Should You Buy

5. Cuir Impertinent Mugler

If you love the fennel note in Legacy of Petra and would love to try a stronger interpretation of it, go for Cuir Impertinent by Mugler.

This simple and unique fragrance is the creation of Jean-Christophe Hérault. He blended only a few elements, but the result was unbelievably gorgeous.

In the opening, the spicy, sweet, licorice star-anise gives a happy, festive feel. Minutes later, the soft spiciness of anise tunes with smoky, herby tobacco creating a dark but very seductive core aroma.

Even though it spreads warmth from the start, the base is the part where it reaches the peak. The amber leather duo in the dry-down smells very attractive and will add a soft touch of sophistication to your aura.

Plus, Cuir Impertinent is quite long-lasting as it stays on my skin for over 10 hours with strong sillage.

When To Wear

This warm, leathery fragrance suits any day or nighttime activities during the fall or winter.

Why Should You Buy

6. Smoking Hot By Kilian

Smoking Hot By Kilian can be your best gourmand scent for fall or the upcoming winter. I will suggest this fragrance for those who like Legacy of Petra but wish for more smokiness or darkness in its aroma.

This fragrance is a recent release from the brand and was beautifully composed by Mathieu Nardin.

Initially, Smoking Hot By Kilian presents an opulent, spicy, crispy texture along with a sweet fruitiness underneath.

After a while, tobacco and moss in the core propagate a bold, smoky, woody, herbaceous sensation that makes the scent inviting for the harsh cold days.

Even though tobacco is stated as the dominating note in its profile, I didn’t get it after an hour.

When the fragrance settles on the skin, it mainly becomes a soft, creamy, rich vanilla scent. You will feel this seductive vanillic tone on you even after 10 hours of applying.

Its projection is good, but I won’t say it is strong.

However, this composition by Killian is hugely popular. But at the same time, many think it is overpriced. If you also find it expensive, you can try some cheaper fragrances similar to Smoking Hot By Kilian.

When To Wear

This luxurious fragrance is ideal for dinner dates, clubbing, or casual parties throughout the colder months of the year.

Why Should You Buy

Final Words

If you need a cozy, fall-time niche scent, nothing can beat Legacy of Petra by Penhaligon’s. It actually conveys the classy, unique legacy of Penhaligon’s from top to bottom.

However, if you’re looking for affordable yet innovative replicas for this highly-priced fragrance, try out the above-mentioned alternatives.

All of them smell marvellous on their own while giving a similarly cozy, woody feel.

So, check them out and make your pick.