Al Nashama
Price
$25–$50
Accuracy
7/10
Longevity
7/10
Projection
8/10
Provisional · Brand-Level Estimate
Reddit-cited dupe: "Al Nashama - Initio Paragon"
EveningOffice Safe
masculine
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Best Paragon Dupes
Other retailers · Initio Parfums Privés
What it smells like
The Scent File profile
Cardamom opens with a dry, almost smoky spice that keeps things grounded rather than sweet, before iris steps in to add a cool, powdery chalk that keeps the oriental warmth from going cloying. The heart layers sandalwood and oud into something dense and resinous — not aggressively smoky oud, but a refined woodiness that reads expensive. Amber and musk in the dry-down are smooth and warm, giving the sillage a creamy, skin-close finish with solid longevity. Projects confidently without shouting — built for cold-weather evenings out, especially for someone who wants depth without going full nightclub beast-mode.
The Scent File Pick
Lattafa
Vintage Radio
$25–$50
Reddit-cited dupe: "Vintage Radio - Initio Paragon"
Accuracy
7/10
Longevity
7/10
Projection
8/10
Provisional · Brand-Level Estimate
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The top dupe of Initio Parfums Privés's Paragon is Vintage Radio by Lattafa, scoring 7/10 for accuracy and 7/10 for longevity. At $25, it's a 70% match to the $295 original — saving roughly $270 per bottle. Below: 1 more dupe scored across the same two dimensions, aggregated from Reddit r/fragranceclones, Fragrantica, and blind tests.
Frequently Asked
What is the best dupe for Paragon?
Based on community consensus, the highest-accuracy dupe for Paragon is Vintage Radio by Lattafa (accuracy 7/10, longevity 7/10). If you prioritize longevity over accuracy, sort the grid above by longevity to see the top performer on that axis.
How are Paragon dupes scored?
Every dupe is rated on two independent dimensions: scent accuracy (how closely it matches the original) and longevity (how long it lasts on skin). Scores are aggregated from community consensus on Reddit r/fragrance, r/fragranceclones, and Fragrantica. They are never averaged into a single number — accuracy and longevity are separate decisions.
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