Best Sunday Cologne Dupes & Alternatives 2026
Discover 10 affordable alternatives to Sunday Cologne by Byredo. Ranked by scent similarity with match scores, shared accords, and notes.
The best affordable alternatives to Sunday Cologne by Byredo are: 1. Terre d'Hermès Hermès cologne by Hermes (68% match), 2. Rive Gauche pour Homme by Yves Saint Laurent (60% match), 3. Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light by Yves Saint Laurent (59% match), 4. Encre Noire by Lalique (58% match), 5. La Nuit de L'Homme Bleu Électrique by Yves Saint Laurent (57% match).
Accord Profile
Aromatic
100%
Fresh Spicy
70%
Citrus
66%
Woody
54%
Warm Spicy
52%
Earthy
46%
Lavender
39%
Anis
32%
Affordable Alternatives
#168% matchPremiumIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
AromaticFresh SpicyCitrusWoodyWarm SpicyEarthy
Shared Notes (2)
vetiver, patchouli
#260% matchPremium
Shared Accords
AromaticFresh SpicyWoodyWarm SpicyEarthyLavenderAnis
Shared Notes (7)
bergamot, star anise, lavender, geranium, vetiver +2
#359% matchPremium
Shared Accords
AromaticFresh SpicyCitrusWoodyEarthyLavenderAnis
Shared Notes (6)
bergamot, star anise, lavender, geranium, vetiver +1
#458% matchMid-RangeIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
AromaticFresh SpicyWoodyEarthy
Shared Notes (1)
vetiver
#557% matchPremium
Shared Accords
AromaticFresh SpicyCitrusWoodyWarm SpicyLavender
Shared Notes (5)
bergamot, cardamom, lavender, geranium, vetiver
#656% matchPremium
Shared Accords
AromaticFresh SpicyCitrusWoodyWarm SpicyEarthyLavender
Shared Notes (4)
bergamot, cardamom, lavender, vetiver
#756% matchPremium
Shared Accords
AromaticFresh SpicyCitrusWoodyWarm SpicyEarthyLavender
Shared Notes (4)
bergamot, cardamom, lavender, vetiver
#855% matchPremium
Shared Accords
AromaticFresh SpicyCitrusWoodyWarm SpicyEarthyLavender
Shared Notes (4)
cardamom, lavender, vetiver, oakmoss
#955% matchPremium
Shared Accords
AromaticFresh SpicyCitrusWoodyEarthyLavender
Shared Notes (5)
bergamot, lavender, geranium, vetiver, patchouli
#1055% matchPremium
Shared Accords
AromaticFresh SpicyWoodyWarm SpicyLavenderAnis
Shared Notes (6)
bergamot, star anise, lavender, geranium, vetiver +1
Community Sentiment Pulse — Sunday Cologne
Mixed18 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
6.5
/10
The community recognizes Byredo's quality and uniqueness but remains divided on whether the premium pricing justifies the performance. While some fragrances like Pulp and Mojave Ghost have dedicated fans, others find them underwhelming or overly subtle, suggesting the brand works better as a sample exploration than a blind full-bottle purchase.
Positive
- High quality composition and projection
- Unisex and versatile appeal
- Unique and memorable scent profiles
Negative
- Premium pricing not always justified by performance
- Inconsistent projection and longevity across fragrances
- Polarizing scents that don't work for everyone
Frequently asked questions
What are the best dupes for Sunday Cologne?+
The top dupes for Sunday Cologne by Byredo ranked by accord-and-note similarity: Terre d'Hermès Hermès cologne by Hermes (68% match); Rive Gauche pour Homme by Yves Saint Laurent (60% match); Rive Gauche Pour Homme Light by Yves Saint Laurent (59% match). Each match score reflects overlap in accord profile plus shared notes from Sunday Cologne's pyramid.
Are dupes of Sunday Cologne 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 Sunday Cologne scores 6.5/10 with 18 Reddit opinions, so you have a baseline to compare against.
How similar are these dupes to Sunday Cologne?+
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 Sunday Cologne dupe?+
Prioritize these accords when evaluating a dupe: Aromatic (100%), Fresh Spicy (70%), Citrus (66%), Woody (54%). The closer a candidate's accord strengths match, the closer it'll smell.