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Dior Dior Homme Intense opens with lavender and pear and settles into cedar and vetiver. If you like it and want something in the same spirit, whether for variety, a different price or another season, these are the closest matches in our catalog.

None of them is a copy. Each one shares part of the character of Dior Homme Intense and takes it somewhere slightly different, which is what makes them worth trying.

How we picked. We compared every fragrance in our catalog with Dior Homme Intense by olfactory family, shared notes, style, best seasons and intensity, and kept the 6 closest. Prices are typical US retail prices and may differ at checkout.

  1. Terre d'Hermès by Hermès
    1

    Hermès

    Terre d'Hermès

    $125 · 3.4 oz · EDT · Men · Woody

    Earth, mineral and bitter orange. A walk between the vegetal and the mineral, sober and deeply elegant.

    Shares with Dior Homme Intense: Vetiver, Cedar.

    Key notes:
    Orange, Grapefruit, Pepper, Vetiver, Cedar
    Style:
    Natural, Elegant, Classic
    Longevity:
    Long-lasting
    Projection:
    Moderate
  2. Touch for Men by Burberry
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    Burberry

    Touch for Men

    $46 · 3.4 oz · EDT · Men · Woody

    Violet leaf and white musk: soft, clean and discreet. An affordable classic of quiet elegance.

    Shares with Dior Homme Intense: Cedar, Vetiver.

    Key notes:
    Violet leaf, Mandarin, Pepper, Musk, Vetiver
    Style:
    Elegant, Cozy, Classic
    Longevity:
    Moderate
    Projection:
    Soft
  3. Bal d'Afrique by Byredo
    3

    Byredo

    Bal d'Afrique

    $255 · 3.4 oz · EDP · Unisex · Woody

    1920s Paris fascinated by Africa: luminous citrus, violet and warm vetiver. Joyful and sophisticated.

    Shares with Dior Homme Intense: Vetiver, Amber, Cedar.

    Key notes:
    Bergamot, Lemon, Violet, Vetiver, Musk
    Style:
    Natural, Elegant, Urban
    Longevity:
    Moderate
    Projection:
    Moderate
  4. Encre Noire by Lalique
    4

    Lalique

    Encre Noire

    $35 · 3.4 oz · EDT · Men · Woody

    Dark, earthy vetiver like ink on paper. A cult classic, introspective and surprisingly affordable.

    Shares with Dior Homme Intense: Vetiver.

    Key notes:
    Cypress, Vetiver, Musk, Cashmere wood
    Style:
    Mysterious, Natural
    Longevity:
    Long-lasting
    Projection:
    Moderate
  5. L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme Intense by Issey Miyake
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    Issey Miyake

    L'Eau d'Issey Pour Homme Intense

    $85 · 4.2 oz · EDT · Men · Woody

    The spicy, ambery take on the aquatic classic: citrus, incense and cinnamon. Warmer and more nocturnal.

    Shares with Dior Homme Intense: Amber.

    Key notes:
    Mandarin, Sweet orange, Cinnamon, Incense, Amber
    Style:
    Elegant, Mysterious
    Longevity:
    Long-lasting
    Projection:
    Moderate
  6. Fahrenheit by Dior
    6

    Dior

    Fahrenheit

    $125 · 3.4 oz · EDT · Men · Leather

    Violet leaf and leather with an almost gasoline-like accord. An unclassifiable classic, bold and full of character.

    Shares with Dior Homme Intense: Lavender, Cedar, Vetiver.

    Key notes:
    Lavender, Mandarin, Violet leaf, Leather, Vetiver
    Style:
    Classic, Mysterious
    Longevity:
    Very long-lasting
    Projection:
    Strong

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Frequently asked questions

What does Dior Dior Homme Intense smell like?

Powdery iris, velvet and wood. A sophisticated, almost velvety masculinity that shines on cold nights.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Dior Dior Homme Intense?

Dior Homme Intense has a typical price of $140. The fragrances on this page range from $35 to $255, so check the price shown next to each one.

How do I know which one I will like?

Look at the notes each one shares with the original and at its style. If possible, try a sample or a tester before buying a full bottle, because a fragrance smells different on each person.

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