Best Eyes Closed Dupes & Alternatives 2026
Discover 10 affordable alternatives to Eyes Closed by Byredo. Ranked by scent similarity with match scores, shared accords, and notes.
The best affordable alternatives to Eyes Closed by Byredo are: 1. Gris Charnel by BDK Parfums (57% match), 2. Angels' Share by By Kilian (55% match), 3. By the Fireplace by Maison Martin Margiela (47% match), 4. Valentino Gold by Valentino (44% match), 5. Les Voyages Olfactifs 02 Paris-New York by Guerlain (42% match).
Accord Profile
Warm Spicy
100%
Powdery
68%
Cinnamon
64%
Iris
50%
Woody
40%
Earthy
40%
Soft Spicy
35%
Fresh
24%
Affordable Alternatives
#157% matchMid-RangeIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
Warm SpicyPowderyIrisWoody
Shared Notes (1)
cardamom
#255% matchMid-RangeIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
Warm SpicyPowderyCinnamonWoody
Shared Notes (1)
cinnamon
#347% matchMid-RangeIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
Warm SpicyPowderyWoody
#444% matchPremium
Shared Accords
Warm SpicyPowderyCinnamonWoodyFresh
Shared Notes (3)
cinnamon, cardamom, ginger
#542% matchPremium
Shared Accords
Warm SpicyPowderyCinnamonWoody
Shared Notes (2)
cinnamon, cardamom
#642% matchPremium
Shared Accords
Warm SpicyPowderyIrisWoodyEarthy
Shared Notes (2)
cardamom, patchouli
#742% matchPremium
Shared Accords
Warm SpicyPowderyIrisWoodyEarthy
Shared Notes (2)
cinnamon, orris root
#842% matchPremium
Shared Accords
Warm SpicyPowderyIrisWoodyEarthy
Shared Notes (2)
cinnamon, patchouli
#941% matchPremium
Shared Accords
Warm SpicyCinnamonWoodyEarthy
Shared Notes (2)
cinnamon, patchouli
#1041% matchPremium
Shared Accords
Warm SpicyPowderyCinnamonSoft Spicy
Shared Notes (2)
cinnamon, cardamom
Community Sentiment Pulse — Eyes Closed
Mixed37 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
6.5
/10
Eyes Closed by Byredo is a polarizing fragrance that generates strong reactions from both admirers and detractors. While supporters praise its unique carrot cake and spicy composition, excellent performance, and compliment-generating qualities, detractors find the powdery, papery notes off-putting and compare it unfavorably to dated fragrances. Testing before purchase is strongly recommended.
Positive
- Unique and unexpected scent combination that works well
- Excellent performance and sillage
- Compliment-worthy and grows on the wearer over time
- High-quality, expensive-smelling composition
Negative
- Divisive carrot cake and spicy notes not for everyone
- Powdery, papery quality can smell dated or like potpourri to some
- Orris and patchouli in drydown may be off-putting
- Polarizing scent profile requires testing before purchase
Frequently asked questions
What are the best dupes for Eyes Closed?+
The top dupes for Eyes Closed by Byredo ranked by accord-and-note similarity: Gris Charnel by BDK Parfums (57% match); Angels' Share by By Kilian (55% match); By the Fireplace by Maison Martin Margiela (47% match). Each match score reflects overlap in accord profile plus shared notes from Eyes Closed's pyramid.
Are dupes of Eyes Closed worth buying?+
Dupes target the same accord/note profile at a lower price. The trade-offs are usually shorter longevity, weaker projection, and simpler note development. The original Eyes Closed scores 6.5/10 with 37 Reddit opinions, so you have a baseline to compare against.
How similar are these dupes to Eyes Closed?+
Similarity is scored as: accord cosine (40 points), shared notes (30), curated similar-perfumes list (20), and rating proximity (10). A score of 70+ means a strong match; 50–70 is noticeable similarity with its own character; below 50 is a distant cousin.
What accords should I look for in a Eyes Closed dupe?+
Prioritize these accords when evaluating a dupe: Warm Spicy (100%), Powdery (68%), Cinnamon (64%), Iris (50%). The closer a candidate's accord strengths match, the closer it'll smell.