Y Eau de Parfum vs Fakhar Black
How does the $22 dupe stack up against the $120 original?
Original
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Y Eau de Parfum
Yves Saint Laurent
$120 / 100mL
$1.20/mL
Notes
Top: apple, bergamot, ginger
Heart: sage, juniper berries, geranium
Base: tonka bean, cedar, amberwood, vetiver
Dupe — 8/10 Match
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Fakhar Black
Lattafa
$22 / 100mL
$0.22/mL
Notes
Top: apple, bergamot, ginger
Heart: lavender, sage, juniper berries
Base: tonka bean, cedar, amberwood, vetiver
Head-to-Head
| Attribute | Y Eau de Parfum | Fakhar Black | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $120 | $22 | Fakhar Black |
| Price per mL | $1.20 | $0.22 | Fakhar Black |
| Longevity | — | 8 hours | — |
| Sillage | — | Strong | — |
| Similarity | — | 8/10 | — |
| Value Rating | — | 10/10 | — |
The Verdict
A rock-solid Y EDP alternative at a fraction of the cost. Great for daily office wear.
Pros
- Fresh and versatile daily driver
- Strong projection for the price
- Apple-sage accord is well executed
Cons
- Slightly more synthetic in the opening
- Less refined ginger note than Y EDP
You save $98 (82% off) by choosing Fakhar Black over Y Eau de Parfum.
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