Best Faces of Francis Dupes & Alternatives 2026
Discover 10 affordable alternatives to Faces of Francis by Vilhelm Parfumerie. Ranked by scent similarity with match scores, shared accords, and notes.
The best affordable alternatives to Faces of Francis by Vilhelm Parfumerie are: 1. By the Fireplace by Maison Martin Margiela (57% match), 2. Ganymede Marc-Antoine Barrois perfume by Marc Antoine Barrois (55% match), 3. Angels' Share by By Kilian (52% match), 4. Splendid Wood by Yves Saint Laurent (50% match), 5. Splendid Wood (Le Vestiaire des Parfums) by Yves Saint Laurent (48% match).
Accord Profile
Woody
100%
Warm Spicy
58%
Amber
57%
Oud
47%
Aromatic
34%
Metallic
32%
Earthy
30%
Leather
26%
Affordable Alternatives
#157% matchMid-RangeIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
WoodyWarm SpicyAmber
Shared Notes (1)
juniper
#255% matchMid-RangeIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
WoodyWarm SpicyOudMetallicLeather
Shared Notes (1)
saffron
#352% matchMid-RangeIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
WoodyWarm SpicyAmber
#450% matchPremium
Shared Accords
WoodyWarm SpicyAmberOudAromaticEarthy
Shared Notes (2)
agarwood oud , cypriol oil or nagarmotha
#548% matchPremium
Shared Accords
WoodyWarm SpicyAmberOudAromaticEarthy
Shared Notes (2)
agarwood oud , cypriol oil or nagarmotha
#644% matchPremium
Shared Accords
WoodyWarm SpicyAmberOudAromatic
Shared Notes (1)
agarwood oud
#743% matchPremium
Shared Accords
WoodyWarm SpicyAromaticEarthy
Shared Notes (3)
aldehydes, juniper, vetiver
#842% matchPremium
Shared Accords
WoodyWarm SpicyAromaticEarthy
Shared Notes (3)
aldehydes, juniper, vetiver
#942% matchPremium
Shared Accords
WoodyWarm SpicyAmberAromaticEarthy
Shared Notes (3)
aldehydes, styrax, vetiver
#1042% matchPremium
Shared Accords
WoodyWarm SpicyAmberOud
Shared Notes (2)
saffron, agarwood oud
Community Sentiment Pulse — Faces of Francis
Positive21 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
7.5
/10
Faces of Francis generated modest positive interest from the r/fragrance community, with at least one user marking it as their next sample to try based on the original reviewer's recommendation. However, the fragrance received minimal direct discussion or detailed commentary from other community members, making it difficult to assess broader consensus on its specific characteristics or performance.
Positive
- Generates curiosity and interest from the community
- Mentioned as a worthwhile sample to try
- Part of Vilhelm line which reviewer enjoys
Negative
- Limited specific feedback provided in the community discussion
- No detailed performance or longevity comments mentioned
Frequently asked questions
What are the best dupes for Faces of Francis?+
The top dupes for Faces of Francis by Vilhelm Parfumerie ranked by accord-and-note similarity: By the Fireplace by Maison Martin Margiela (57% match); Ganymede Marc-Antoine Barrois perfume by Marc Antoine Barrois (55% match); Angels' Share by By Kilian (52% match). Each match score reflects overlap in accord profile plus shared notes from Faces of Francis's pyramid.
Are dupes of Faces of Francis 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 Faces of Francis scores 7.5/10 with 21 Reddit opinions, so you have a baseline to compare against.
How similar are these dupes to Faces of Francis?+
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 Faces of Francis dupe?+
Prioritize these accords when evaluating a dupe: Woody (100%), Warm Spicy (58%), Amber (57%), Oud (47%). The closer a candidate's accord strengths match, the closer it'll smell.