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Mugler·Original $135

Best Aura Dupes

Curated by the Scent File Editor

The one match we list is Cacharel Eden. Owners score it 5 for accuracy and 6 for longevity, from $40.

1 match so farCommunity-scoredNo brand dealsChecked Apr 2026
The match
Cacharel Eden
The match · Cacharel

Eden

$40–$60
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You keep$95up to 70%
Accuracy5
Longevity6

Two separate scores, never averaged: how close it smells, and how long it lasts.

Eden
The match · from $40
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Why we list this match

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  1. 1Listed, not scoredA source names the pairing. We show no number.
  2. 2ProvisionalScored, but with no source you can open and check.
  3. 3Community-scoredScored from owner reports, with a source you can open.

Often described as Aura's older sister — shared green-floral-woody DNA with a slightly greener opening. One of the closest available alternatives for Aura's signature accord.

Source
Fragrantica
See it yourself
fragrantica.com
Evidence
Owner reports
Last checked
Apr 2026

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Aura has one match so far. These are the closest scents by shared notes that have several.

What it smells like

The Scent File profile

Opens with a sharp, vegetal rhubarb leaf that reads almost medicinal before orange blossom and honeysuckle soften it into something luminous and skin-close. The heart is where it earns its reputation — a green-floral accord that feels simultaneously wild and intimate, like flowers growing through warm wood. The dry-down settles into vanilla-laced sandalwood and amber, adding depth without going overtly sweet. Projection is moderate; sillage lingers close and personal rather than announcing itself across a room — best worn in warmer months by someone who wants something effortlessly unusual for daily wear.

Is the original worth it?

Is Mugler Aura worth $135?

No dupe here clears accuracy 7 — the best is Cacharel Eden at accuracy 5. This is a hard scent to clone, so the original still holds a real edge over the budget field. Worth it if the exact accord is what you're after. One caveat: the current formula is flagged as reformulated, so today's bottle may differ from the version that built its reputation — factor that into the premium.

Save ~$95 with the dupeOriginal $135

The top dupe of Mugler's Aura is Eden by Cacharel, scoring 5/10 for accuracy and 6/10 for longevity. At $40, it's a 50% match to the $135 original — saving roughly $95 per bottle. It's the only scored dupe of Aura so far, with more on the way as community evidence accumulates.

Frequently Asked

What is the best dupe for Aura?

Based on owner reports, the highest-accuracy dupe for Aura is Eden by Cacharel — a Same vibe match (5/10 accuracy, longevity 6/10).

What does Aura smell like?

Aura by Mugler is a floral/gourmand/woody scent built on rhubarb leaf, orange blossom, tiger liana, honeysuckle, vanilla, sandalwood, and more. Those notes define its character — browse any of them above to find fragrances that share the same profile.

What perfume is similar to Aura?

The closest scents to Aura by shared notes are Tiziana Terenzi Kirke, Louis Vuitton Stellar Times, Versace Crystal Noir. See the full "similar fragrances" list below — each is ranked by how many notes it shares with Aura.

How are Aura dupes scored?

Dupes are rated on two independent dimensions: scent accuracy (how closely it matches the original) and longevity (how long it lasts on skin). Scores come from owner reports on Reddit r/fragrance, r/fragranceclones and Fragrantica, and each is marked community-scored, provisional or not scored. They are never averaged into a single number — accuracy and longevity are separate decisions.

Are the dupe recommendations for Aura sponsored?

No. The Scent File takes no brand deals, no sponsorships, and no paid rankings. Rankings follow the scores only. We do earn affiliate commission when you purchase through our links at no extra cost to you — but this never influences which dupes appear or how they are scored.

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