Finding the perfect dupe for your favorite perfume can be tough; when one thing matches, another doesn’t. This is why I have embarked on this journey to dig out the best smell-alike for the most famous designer fragrances.
The perfume of interest today, as you can tell by the heading, is Ralph Lauren’s Romance. Although it is a rather straightforward scent, it has attracted a large following and given rise to various imitations.
In this article, I will discuss various perfumes that are knockoffs of the Romance, smell close to it or are simply less expensive versions of it.
So, without further ado, let’s get into it.
What Does Ralph Lauren Romance Smell Like?
Before I break down the list of best alternatives to Romance, let me tell you a bit about the perfume itself.
Romance has been one of the best-selling fragrances from Ralph Lauren ever since its release in 1998. Created by Harry Fremont, it is absolute floral bliss in a bottle.
Romance is a bright feminine fragrance that has a blend of different fruity and floral notes. It has the perfect touch of citrus to add a whiff of freshness, soothing woods, and musk to complete the scent.
To better understand the scent, I have included below a breakdown of the notes in this Ralph Lauren fragrance.
Top Notes: Rose, Chamomile, Ginger, Lemon and Yellow Freesia
Middle Notes: Lily, Lotus, White Violet and Carnation
Base Notes: White Musk, Oakmoss, Exotic Woods and Patchouli
I feel like Romance is more of a daytime fragrance, best suited for summer and spring. Nonetheless, it has the potential to be donned throughout the year. It has moderate longevity and sillage, but I believe it provides great value for money.
What is Similar To Ralph Lauren Romance?
Now that you know all about Ralph Lauren’s Romance, you must be wondering about its alternatives. Whether you are looking for a cheaper dupe or a fragrance with a similar style but added spruce, I have all of it covered for you.
So, here are some exquisite perfumes that smell like Romance by Ralph Lauren:
Feminin Pluriel by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
From all the fragrances I have tried on my adventure to find the perfect dupe for Romance, Feminin Pluriel by Maison Francis Kurkdjian is probably my number one choice.
Launched in 2014, Feminin Pluriel has a lot in common with Romance. Starting with the beautiful floral blooms of rose and violet, along with the citrusy touch of orange.
This Francis Kurkdjian alternative has the added touch of iris and vetiver, making it a much more attractive and elegant option. It also has remarkable performance.
However, the only drawback is that it is more on the expensive side.
So, if you are looking for a high-end alternative to Romance with much better performance, you can try this one out.
When To Wear
Why Should You Buy
- Similar scent to Ralph Lauren’s Romance.
- Much more potent and elegant than Romance.
- Very long-lasting.
- Excellent sillage.
Femme.com by O Boticário
Top Notes: Cassis, Mandarin Orange, Plum and Bergamot
Middle Notes: Peony, Orange Blossom and Ylang-Ylang
Base Notes: Amber, Cedar, Vanille and Musk
Launched only a year after Romance in 1999, Femme.com by O Boticário is a beautiful floral fragrance with the right fruity touch that makes it comparable to Ralph Lauren’s Romance.
It is very feminine and ideal for ladies who love a fruity fragrance.
The projection and longevity are not as good as high-end fragrances, but for the price of the perfume, I think it has decent performance and good value.
Overall, if you are looking for a cheaper alternative for Romance, you should give this one a go.
When To Wear
Why Should You Buy
- Similar scent to Ralph Lauren’s Romance.
- Much more affordable than Romance.
- Feminine, floral and fruity aroma.
- It can be used as an everyday scent.
Dazzling Gold by Estee Lauder
Top Notes: Fig Leaf, Cassia, Apple, Passion Flower, Red Berries, Brazilian Rosewood and Raspberry
Middle Notes: Freesia, Lily, Lily-of-the-Valley, Exotic floral notes, Orchid, Jasmine and Rose
Base Notes: Exotic Woods, Litchi, Musk, Amber, Sandalwood and Vanilla
Dazzling Gold by Estée Lauder was created by Evelyn Lauder. With warm base notes and an opulent, floral overall scent, I think it’s a great alternative to Ralph Lauren Romance with a uniqueness of its own.
The rose in Dazzling Gold is really faint and only briefly perceptible. The lily, freesia, and other flower scents are present, though. You also get a lot of fruit notes with them, but they are less vibrant than the florals.
Though Dazzling Gold is much more expensive than Romance, its performance is also much better than the latter. It’s strong, mature, and, overall, an excellent scent.
When To Wear
Why Should You Buy
- Similar scent to Romance.
- Excellent longevity.
- Great projection and sillage.
- Versatile scent.
Just Pink by Next
The British company Next unveiled the fragrance Just Pink. Just Pink is a fruity, floral, and green fragrance that is perfect for young women. I think it’s a great dupe of Romance, one that you can get at a fraction of the price!
It has moderate longevity, projection and sillage, but I think it performs quite well according to the price.
So, if you are on a tight budget but really like how Ralph Lauren’s Romance smells, then you should totally give Just Pink a try.
When To Wear
Why Should You Buy
- Similar scent to Romance.
- Very affordable.
- Good value for the price.
Reserve by Perry Ellis
Reserve by Perry Ellis was launched in 2002, and it is another close dupe of Ralph Lauren Romance. As you can tell by the notes, Reserve was created by keeping Romance in mind.
The floral notes of rose, chamomile, lotus, and others are almost identical to that of Romance. Moreover, ginger, oakmoss, and patchouli also make the scent reminiscent of the Ralph Lauren fragrance.
It is very affordable and lasts exceptionally long for the price. The sillage and projection of Reserve are quite impressive as well.
All in all, I would say it’s one of the best dupes of Ralph Lauren Romance, and you’re going to dig it if you like Romance.
When To Wear
Why Should You Buy
- Similar scent to Ralph Lauren Romance.
- Much cheaper than Romance.
- Great performance according to price.
- Lovely scent and can be used every day.
My Burberry by Burberry
Top Notes: Sweet Pea and Lemon Blossom
Middle Notes: Freesia, Peony and Peach Blossom
Base Notes: Damask Rose, Musk and Moss
The next fragrance, My Burberry Eau de Toilette by Burberry, was launched in 2015. It is a floral feminine fragrance with a slight citrusy touch. It isn’t an exact copy of Romance, but the scents are undeniably similar.
Even though it’s not particularly inexpensive, it is a great alternative to Romance if you are looking for something similar with a different touch.
My Burberry has great longevity, and it projects quite well as well.
When To Wear
Why Should You Buy
- Similar scent to Ralph Lauren Romance.
- Good longevity and projection.
- Feminine, floral and uplifting fragrance.
- Perfect for wearing every day.
Cuba Jungle Snake by Cuba Paris
Cuba Jungle Snake by Cuba Paris is another perfume that compares really well with Ralph Lauren Romance. It is floral and musky and doesn’t have any fruity notes in it.
Even though the notes don’t all add up when you spray it, you will be able to tell the similarity between the floral and feminine aromas. It is also very affordable and has great longevity and sillage.
It’s not too sweet or heavy. It’s light, bright, and an absolute steal for the price.
So, if you like Romance, I suggest you try out this fragrance.
When To Wear
Why Should You Buy
- Similar scent to Ralph Lauren Romance.
- Very affordable.
- Excellent longevity and projection.
- Incredible value for the price.
- Light but uplifting scent.
Conclusion
Ralph Lauren Romance is a great floral feminine scent, and likewise, it has a lot of excellent dupes as well. The smell-alike perfumes in this article all take a different approach to the same aroma but generally follow the pattern you are looking for.
I have included expensive and affordable alternatives to Romance, which are all very pleasant. You can try out any of these scents, and I am sure you will not be disappointed.
Let me know which alternative you go for and what perfume you’d like for me to cover next in the comments below!
