Idole Clones

"### Is it Worth It? Ekhtiari is a good, not great, dupe. If you adore Idole but can't justify the price tag, this is a reasonable alternative. It captures the essence without the high-end refinement. But if you're on a budget and just want that clean, rosy vibe, Ekhtiari will scratch the itch. It's a solid daily wear fragrance that won't break the bank. ### First Impressions & Dry Down Ekhtiari aims for Lancome's Idole, and lands somewhere in the neighborhood. The initial blast of pear and bergamot is bright, but immediately shows its budget. It's a tad more synthetic than Idole's refined fruitiness. The rose heart is pleasant, a mix of Turkish and May rose giving it a powdery, feminine feel. It tries to capture that clean jasmine note of Idole but lacks the same sparkle. The drydown is a soft, musky vanilla. It differs most from Idole here, becoming creamier and less sharp. I'd say it gets about 88% of the way there, but the initial cheaper ingredients give it away. ### Wear time & Sillage Longevity is surprisingly decent. I get about 5-6 hours on skin, longer on clothes. Projection is moderate, a gentle bubble around you for the first hour, then it settles closer to the skin. It's not a powerhouse, but it doesn't disappear immediately either. the performance is acceptable."

"### The Verdict Pride by Maison Alhambra is a respectable alternative to Lancôme's Idôle. It doesn't have the same seamless quality but it captures the essence of the scent . This is perfect for someone who wants that clean, floral, and modern feel without breaking the bank. If you crave the ultimate sophistication and have the budget, go for Idôle. It's for the girl next door, effortlessly chic and quietly confident. ### Notes & Nuances Pride opens with a juicy pear, a tad sharper than Idôle's more refined sweetness. The bergamot adds a fleeting brightness, not as sparkling as the original. The rose heart is where Pride finds its footing. It’s a powdery Turkish rose mainly, with hints of jasmine. It captures about 88% of Idôle's elegant floral character. The dry down is pleasant, a clean white musk and a touch of vanilla. It lacks the cedarwood note present in Idôle which makes it feel a little bit less sophisticated but still quite nice. ### Performance Reality Check Projection is moderate for the first hour; it creates a subtle aura. Longevity is surprisingly decent; I get around 5-6 hours on skin, a solid 7-8 on clothing. It sits closer to the skin after the initial blast, becoming a soft, comforting scent."

"### Is it Worth It? If you like Idôle but can't justify the price tag, Glossy is a solid alternative. It's a fantastic daily driver for the office, running errands, or a casual lunch. The subtle differences are negligible to the untrained nose, and the performance is commendable. If you want a clean, everyday rose fragrance, grab this. ### How it Smells Glossy opens with a juicy pear and a zingy bergamot. It's bright and clean, similar to Idôle, but the bergamot is a touch sharper, less rounded. The heart blooms with rose and jasmine. The rose leans Turkish, giving it a slightly powdery feel, not as dewy as the original Lancôme. The dry down is a soft musk and vanilla blend. It's pleasant, though the white musk has a slight synthetic edge, especially on initial spray. Overall, I'd say it's about 90% similar to Idôle. The differences are mostly noticeable side-by-side. ### The Performance Stats This is where Glossy shines. It lasts a good 6-7 hours on my skin, projecting moderately for the first 2-3 hours. You'll leave a subtle trail without overpowering a room. Perfect for close encounters."