Posted by TrueScents.ca · Fragrance Guide · Updated 2025
🥇 1. Essence de Rouge – by TrueScents.ca
Inspired by: Baccarat Rouge 540
Price: $49 CAD (50ml)
Notes: Ambergris, jasmine, saffron, cedarwood
Longevity: 10–12 hours
💬 Why it’s #1:
Essence de Rouge captures the same airy sweetness and warm amber glow as the original, with 40% fragrance oil concentration for all-day wear. It projects beautifully and settles into a creamy, addictive trail that gets constant compliments.
🥈 2. Cloud by Ariana Grande
A fan-favourite dupe with softer, more gourmand edges.
Sweet, cozy, and affordable — but slightly less luxurious in the dry down.
🥉 3. Burberry Her Eau de Parfum
Also created by the same perfumer (Francis Kurkdjian).
Think of it as Baccarat’s younger, fruitier sister with strawberry and blackberry top notes.
💎 4. Zara Red Temptation
A budget-friendly, spot-on clone widely available in Canada.
Smells 90% identical for the first few hours but fades faster than Eternal Paris.
💐 5. Dua Brand – Le Baccarat Rouge
Highly concentrated extrait oil version with excellent projection.
However, many find it too intense for daily wear.
🌸 6. Maison Alhambra – Rouge 540
Middle Eastern dupe that leans spicier and heavier on amber.
Good value for the price but not as smooth as TrueScents’ version.
🌿 7. ALT. Fragrances – Crystal #23
Popular in the U.S., ships to Canada.
Strong opening resemblance, but dry down is a bit synthetic compared to Eternal Paris.
🌺 8. Parfum de Savoie – Rouge Essence
A Canadian niche dupe with a balanced saffron-jasmine blend, softer projection.
🌼 9. Dossier – Ambery Saffron
A minimalist option with clean packaging and cruelty-free ingredients.
Shorter longevity, best for everyday wear.
🌹 10. Lattafa Ana Abiyedh Rouge
Arabic-style fragrance that leans smoky and deep.
Affordable, strong, but not quite identical to Baccarat Rouge 540.
💡 Why Essence de Rouge Leads the Pack
While many dupes get close, Eternal Paris stands out for its premium French oils, 40% concentration, and long-lasting projection.
It’s made locally in Canada and designed for both men and women who want luxury without compromise.
✨ Smell like Baccarat Rouge 540 — for under $50.
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