Obsessed with finding perfume dupes of your favourite designer brands? Then you might want to check out Next’s fragrances. Think you need to spend a fortune on designer perfume to smell scentsational? Think again. Many high street brands are creating perfumes to rival designer brands at very low costs. Case in point: Next, a brand who’s perfume range has established itself as one of the key players on the dupe’s market. Just ask TikTok.
While it can be difficult not to associate quality perfumes with designer brands, this really doesn’t always have to be the case, especially when it comes to fragrances. In fact, the perfumers behind most of our favourite designer brands are often the same people who work on the high street’s offering. Zara is a great example of this; the brand collaborated with none other than perfumer Jo Malone on a perfume line. , a perfumer who previously created scents for Diptyque and Yves Saint Laurent.
While all the Next fragrances smell delicious in their own rite, they are undeniably similar to designer fragrances like Chanel’s Coco Mademoiselle, Mugler’s Alien, and Marc Jacob’s iconic Daisy. You only have to go on TikTok to see the sheer amount of video’s about Next’s best perfume dupes to see this. After being shown so many videos about these perfumes, I decided it was time to get in on the action so I did a deep dive into Next’s low cost scents.
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Best Next perfume dupes for her
Scroll down to see the best Next perfume dupes for women.
| Next perfume | Dupe for |
|---|---|
| Eau Nude | Chanel Coco Mademoiselle |
| Silver Aura | Mugler Alien |
| Summer Sun | Estée Lauder Bronze Goddess |
| Flowers | Marc Jacobs Daisy |
| Just Pink | Ralph Lauren Romance |
| White Amber | YSL Black Opium |
| Cashmere | Estée Lauder Sensuous Nude |
| Define | Emporio Armani She |
| Eau Nuit | Boss Pour Femme Nuit |
| Gold | YSL Cinema |
| Sparkle | Dolce & Gabbana The One |
| Paradise | Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue |
| Pure | Baccarat Rouge 540 |
The OG: Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Eau De Parfum, £124.07, Sephora
Chanel Coco Mademoiselle Eau De Parfum 100ml, £124.66, Sephora – buy now
The Dupe: Eau Nude Eau De Parfum, £16, Next
Eau Nude Eau De Parfum, £16, Next – buy now
This stunning Next fragrance is an enticing blend of voluptuous florals, lush red fruits, powdery musk and sumptuous vanilla. My TikTok feed is full of claims that this fragrance smells just like Chanel’s Coco Mademoiselle and after buying a bottle, I have to say I agree on this one.
Nude has top notes of Raspberry and Mandarin, mid notes of Jasmine and Rose, and base notes of Patchouli and Amber, while Coco Mademoiselle has top notes of Bergamot, Orange and Grapefruit, middle notes of Rose, Litchi and Jasmine and base notes of Patchouli, Vanilla, Musk and Vetiver.
The OG: Mugler Alien Eau de Parfum, £56.95, LookFantastic
Mugler Alien Eau de Parfum Spray Refillable 30mL, £67, LookFantastic – buy now
The Dupe: Silver Aura Eau De Parfum, £16, Next
Silver Aura Eau De Parfum 100mL, £16, Next – buy now
This Next fragrance has a mesmerising scent of creamy vanilla, white flowers, and a fresh hit of cassis. A trail of sensuous musks and white amber complete this scent’s mysterious aura. While the scent itself may not be as long lasting as Mugler’s Alien, Next’s Silver sure does smell the same.
Silver has top notes of Cassis and Mandarin, middle notes of Jasmine and Vanilla, and base notes of White Amber and Musks. Alien meanwhile has a top note of Jasmine Sambac, a middle note of Cashmeran, and a base note of Amber.
The OG: Estée Lauder Bronze Goddess Eau Fraîche Skinscent, £74, Boots
Estée Lauder Bronze Goddess Eau Fraîche Skinscent 100mL, £74, Boots – buy now
The Dupe: Yellow Summer Sun Eau De Parfum, £16, Next
Yellow Summer Sun Eau De Parfum 100mL, £16, Next – buy now
This sun-drenched blend of amber and sweet caramel combined with sun hot skin creates a seriously good summer scent. It’s basically like having the beach in a bottle.
With top notes of Mandarin and Bergamot, middle notes of Coconut and Exotic Flowers, and base notes of Amber and Caramel, it smells seriously similar to Estée Lauder’s Bronze Goddess Eau Fraîche Skinscent, which has matching notes of Coconut Milk, Sicilian Bergamot, Orange, Vanilla, Tiare Flower, Jasmine, Magnolia Petals, and Lavender.
The OG: Ralph Lauren Romance Eau de Parfum Spray, £48.50, Boots
Ralph Lauren Romance Eau de Parfum Spray 50mL, now £81, Boots – buy now
The Dupe: Just Pink Eau De Parfum, £14, Next
Just Pink Eau De Parfum 50mL, £14, Next – buy now
This Next fragrance is a fresh green, floral fragrance with soft fruits and pink blooms. It’s said to be similar to Ralph Lauren’s Romance, which has top notes of Pink Pepper and Violet Leaves, mid notes of Rose Damascena, Jasmine Absolute and Marigold Essence, and base notes of Velvety Soft Woods, Oakmoss and Seductive Musks. Next’s Pink Just Pink meanwhile has top notes of Mandarin and Cassis, mid notes of Muguet and Jasmine, and base notes of Musk and Patchouli. While Ralph Lauren’s scent is more layered, this Next dupe Just Pink is perfect for an everyday feminine floral fragrance.
The OG: Marc Jacobs Daisy, £79.20, Boots
Marc Jacobs Daisy 100ml, £79.20, Boots – buy now
While both fragrances share a light and floral theme, they have distinct notes. Marc Jacobs Daisy leans towards a fresh, sweet scent with hints of strawberry and violet.
The Dupe: Flowers Perfume, £18, Next
Flowers Perfume 100ml, £18, Next – buy now
Next Flowers, on the other hand, is described as more musky and powdery with some floral elements.Reviews for Next Flowers are mixed, with some customers mentioning a less fresh and more mature scent compared to Daisy.
The OG: YSL Black Opium Eau de Parfum, £128, LookFantastic
YSL Black Opium Eau de Parfum 150mL, £128, LookFantastic – buy now
The Dupe: White Amber, £10, Next
White/Gold White Amber Perfume 30ml, £10, Next – buy now
Next’s White Amber has been likened to YSL’s iconic Black Opium fragrance. Both scents have matching notes of sweet orange and white flowers, giving them a floral, gourmand scent. Naturally YSL’s offers more depth, with additional notes of Pear Accord, Vanilla, Black Coffee Accord, Cedarwood Essence, White Musk and Patchouli, while White Amber has notes of Ginger, Plum, Honey and Amber.
The OG: Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Eau de Toilette, £68, Boots
Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Eau de Toilette 50ml, £68, Boots – buy now
The Dupe: Paradise Perfume, £16, Next
Blue Paradise Perfume 100mL, £18, Next – buy now
I recently explored Next’s Paradise and couldn’t help but draw comparisons to the iconic Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Eau de Toilette. Both fragrances evoke a fresh and floral fruity essence, but Paradise manages to offer a similar experience at half the price. While Light Blue leads with a sharp, citrusy charm, Paradise introduces a more subtle approach, blending breezy notes that feel just right for everyday wear. Although the longevity of Paradise might not rival that of Light Blue, its affordable £16 price tag and pleasant scent make it a compelling alternative.
The OG: Emporio Armani She Eau de Parfum, £49.99, Boots
Emporio Armani She Eau de Parfum 100 mL, £53.33, Boots – buy now
The Dupe: Define Eau de Parfum, £16, Next
Black Define Eau de Parfum 100mL, £18, Next – buy now
Both scents of Next’s Define Eau de Parfum and Emporio Armani’s She Eau de Parfum are similarly striking. Define mirrors the warm, oriental scent of Emporio Armani She, with matching notes of Heliotrope Accord, Pear, and White Musk. While Armani’s version is undeniably longer-lasting, its budget-friendly price point makes all the difference.
Best Next Aftershave Dupes for him
You can’t miss out on these best aftershave dupes from Next.
| Next perfume | Dupe for |
|---|---|
| Code Red | Paco Rabanne Invictus |
| Edition | Carolina Herrera 212 Sexy Men |
| Edition Extreme (discontinued) | Prada Luna Rossa |
| L’Homme | Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male |
| No. 85 | Paco Rabanne 1 Million |
| Signature Gold | Paco Rabanne Black XS for Him |
The OG: 212 Sexy Men Eau de Toilette, £62, Carolina Herrera
212 Sexy Men Eau de Toilette 50mL, £62, Carolina Herrera – buy now
The Dupe: Edition Eau De Toilette, £16, Next
Orange Edition Eau De Toilette 100mL, £16, Next – buy now
The first time I sniffed at Next’s Edition, it actually reminds me of Carolina Herrera’s 212 Sexy Men. Both have a rich, masculine scent profile that boasts a base of spicy, woody notes with citrusy notes on top. If you’re on the lookout for an impressive daily fragrance without the hefty price tag, Next’s Edition is a solid pick.
The OG: Paco Rabanne 1 Million Eau de Toilette, £81, Boots
Paco Rabanne 1 Million Eau De Toilette 100ml, £81, Boots – buy now
The Dupe: No. 85 Eau de Toilette, £16, Next
Brown No 85 Eau De Toilette 100mL, £16, Next – buy now
The bold and spicy scent of Next’s No. 85 Eau de Toilette is very reminiscent of Paco Rabanne’s 1 Million Eau de Toilette. Both these statement-making aftershaves make the perfect scents for the real and modern gents, thanks to their matching notes of blond leather, amber, and patchoulli. But the No. 85 stands out with its price that’s hard to beat.
The OG: Paco Rabanne Black XS for Him Eau de Toilette, £85, The Perfume Shop
Paco Rabanne Black XS for Him Eau de Toilette 100mL, £85, The Perfume Shop – buy now
The Dupe: Signature Gold Eau De Perfume, £18, Next
Gold Signature Gold Eau De Perfume 100mL, £18, Next – buy now
After trying out Next’s Signature Gold at the store, Paco Rabanne’s Black XS for Him comes to mind. The striking resemblance in their spicy yet sweet aroma makes Signature Gold a noteworthy dupe. Not to mention, they share the same top notes of lemon, heart notes of cardamom and praline, and base notes of amber and patchoulli. So if you’re eyeing for a daring scent that’s easy on the wallet, Signature Gold is a savvy choice.
The OG: Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Eau de Toilette, £83, Boots
Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Eau de Toilette Spray 125ml, £83, Boots – buy now
The Dupe: L’Homme Eau De Parfum, £16, Next
Blue L’Homme Eau De Parfum 100mL, £16, Next – buy now
Gents, if you love the appealing and seductive scent of Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male Eau de Toilette, you will love Next’s L’Homme even more. Both of these memorable aftershaves bring a fresh yet warm and masculine scents and share the same notes of lavender, cardamom, and sandalwood. The only difference? Jean Paul Gaultier Le Male costs five times the price of L’Homme.
