What are the best dupes for 'Ilm?+
The top dupes for 'Ilm by Xerjoff ranked by accord-and-note similarity: Indonesian Oud Eau de Parfum by Ermenegildo Zegna (57% match); VOODOO by MiN NEW YORK (52% match); Royal Leather by By Kilian (46% match). Each match score reflects overlap in accord profile plus shared notes from 'Ilm's pyramid.
Are dupes of 'Ilm 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.
How similar are these dupes to 'Ilm?+
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 'Ilm dupe?+
Prioritize these accords when evaluating a dupe: Oud (100%), Woody (66%), Animalic (53%), Amber (34%). The closer a candidate's accord strengths match, the closer it'll smell.