It’s giving A-list scent — without the luxury price tag.
Olivia Rodrigo, Kacey Musgraves and Kathy Hilton are among the many famous fans of Maison Francis Kurkdjian’s luxe Baccarat Rouge 540. And while the woody, amber-floral blend is a cult favorite among shoppers as well, it starts at $220 for the most petite bottle.
Enter ALT. Fragrances Crystal, which is inspired by the pricier perfume and has a near-perfect rating out of over 13,000 reviews. Fans swear it is indistinguishable from the original — and it’s not the brand’s only scent that easily passes as luxe.
With notes of jasmine, saffron, citrus and cedarwood and a subtle ambergris base, the buzzy blend has shoppers raving.
One wrote, “This is an exact, EXACT clone of the real deal. I have both. No difference whatsoever. I’m male, and my wife and I love it. A very intoxicating, ethereal, unique smell.”
Another review calls it the “best fragrance ever,” while a third adds, “This perfume is spot on. I’m always asked if I’m wearing Baccarat Rouge 540.”
However, if you’re more of a Le Labo Santal 33 lover — like Sophie Turner, Joe Jonas and Alexa Chung, — ALT. Fragrances Simply Santal might be more your style.
With a similarly wallet-friendly price point and excellent feedback, the luxe-smelling scent has notes of leather, cedar, violet, musk and amber, for a unisex fragrance many shoppers say is “amazing.”
One customer, who wasn’t even looking for a Le Labo dupe, calls it “earthy and seductive,” with another exclaims they “could not be more impressed!”
Another brand winner is Executive, a woody, aromatic cologne that is said to be identical to Creed Aventus — a classic scent worn by the likes of David Beckham and Jay-Z.
The smell-alike fragrance offers notes of bergamot, patchouli, oakmoss, vanilla and more, for a scent that is “doppelgänger status” according to one devotee.
While there are so many more options to check out from ALT. Fragrances — from gourmands to florals — one more not to be missed is Cherry Smash, an homage to Tom Ford’s Lost Cherry.
A cherry-almond dream with notes of rose, tonka bean and more, the unisex fragrance is another bestselling hit.
While the packaging is pared down compared to the famous originals, most reviewers appreciate not paying a premium price tag for a fancier bottle.
Can’t decide which to try? Get a pricing break and order three bottles of your choice for just $99.
Whether shopping for yourself or Valentine’s Day gifts, these perfumes are less than the cost of a dinner out. Expect compliments!
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This article was written by Erica Radol, Page Six Commerce Reporter. From identifying the top anti-aging skincare secrets the stars trust to dishing on the latest fashion collabs to finding a great deal on all of the above, Erica has a knack for reporting on – and even testing – Hollywood’s bestselling fashion and beauty products. Before joining Page Six in 2025, she wrote about entertainment, lifestyle and shopping trends for Us Weekly, The Daily Beast, Entertainment Tonight, Well+Good and Hearst.
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