Best Superstitious Dupes & Alternatives 2026
Discover 10 affordable alternatives to Superstitious by Frederic Malle. Ranked by scent similarity with match scores, shared accords, and notes.
The best affordable alternatives to Superstitious by Frederic Malle are: 1. Alien by Mugler (60% match), 2. Shalimar Eau de Parfum by Guerlain (52% match), 3. 02 L'Air du Desert Marocain by Tauer Perfumes (52% match), 4. My Burberry Black by Burberry (52% match), 5. Les Absolus d'Orient Encens Mythique by Guerlain (51% match).
Accord Profile
Aldehydic
100%
Amber
88%
White Floral
79%
Fresh
68%
Woody
63%
Rose
63%
Smoky
52%
Warm Spicy
47%
Affordable Alternatives
#160% matchPremiumIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
AmberWhite FloralFreshWoody
Shared Notes (2)
jasmine, amber
#252% matchPremiumIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
AmberWoodySmoky
Shared Notes (5)
jasmine, incense, rose, vetiver, patchouli
#352% matchMid-RangeIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
AmberWoody
Shared Notes (4)
jasmine, vetiver, patchouli, amber
#452% matchPremium
Shared Accords
AmberWhite FloralWoodyRoseWarm Spicy
Shared Notes (5)
jasmine, rose, patchouli, peach, amber
#551% matchPremium
Shared Accords
AldehydicAmberFreshWoodyRoseWarm Spicy
Shared Notes (4)
aldehydes, rose, vetiver, patchouli
#651% matchPremium
Shared Accords
AldehydicAmberWoodyRoseSmokyWarm Spicy
Shared Notes (5)
aldehydes, incense, rose, vetiver, patchouli
#750% matchPremium
Shared Accords
AldehydicWhite FloralFreshWoodyRose
Shared Notes (3)
aldehydes, jasmine, rose
#850% matchPremium
Shared Accords
AmberWhite FloralWoodyRose
Shared Notes (5)
jasmine, rose, patchouli, peach, amber
#949% matchPremium
Shared Accords
AldehydicWhite FloralFreshWoody
Shared Notes (4)
aldehydes, jasmine, rose, vetiver
#1047% matchPremium
Shared Accords
AldehydicWhite FloralFreshWoodyRose
Shared Notes (4)
aldehydes, jasmine, rose, vetiver
Community Sentiment Pulse — Superstitious
Mixed6 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
7.0
/10
Superstitious is recognized as a quality Frederic Malle fragrance that has become an overlooked gem primarily due to its discontinuation and steep pricing. While praised for its craftsmanship, the fragrance's disappointing longevity and astronomical secondary market prices ($600+) have limited its appeal compared to other similarly-priced options in the FM collection.
Positive
- Unique and well-crafted fragrance quality
- Overlooked gem with distinctive character
- Now discontinued, making it a collector's item
Negative
- Poor longevity compared to price point
- Extremely high price ($420+ retail, $600+ secondary market)
- Lacks mainstream popularity compared to similar FM offerings
Frequently asked questions
What are the best dupes for Superstitious?+
The top dupes for Superstitious by Frederic Malle ranked by accord-and-note similarity: Alien by Mugler (60% match); Shalimar Eau de Parfum by Guerlain (52% match); 02 L'Air du Desert Marocain by Tauer Perfumes (52% match). Each match score reflects overlap in accord profile plus shared notes from Superstitious's pyramid.
Are dupes of Superstitious 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 Superstitious scores 7.0/10 with 6 Reddit opinions, so you have a baseline to compare against.
How similar are these dupes to Superstitious?+
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 Superstitious dupe?+
Prioritize these accords when evaluating a dupe: Aldehydic (100%), Amber (88%), White Floral (79%), Fresh (68%). The closer a candidate's accord strengths match, the closer it'll smell.