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Valentino Uomo Born in Roma opens with violet leaf and sea salt and settles into vetiver and woody notes. 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 Uomo Born in Roma and takes it somewhere slightly different, which is what makes them worth trying.

How we picked. We compared every fragrance in our catalog with Uomo Born in Roma 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. Donna Born in Roma by Valentino
    1

    Valentino

    Donna Born in Roma

    $130 · 3.4 oz · EDP · Women · Floral

    Jasmine and bourbon vanilla in a studded bottle. Roman haute couture with street attitude.

    Shares with Uomo Born in Roma: Woody notes.

    Key notes:
    Blackcurrant, Pink pepper, Jasmine, Vanilla, Cashmere wood
    Style:
    Seductive, Urban, Romantic
    Longevity:
    Long-lasting
    Projection:
    Strong
  2. Y Eau de Parfum by Yves Saint Laurent
    2

    Yves Saint Laurent

    Y Eau de Parfum

    $125 · 3.4 oz · EDP · Men · Fougère

    Fresh apple, sage and ambery woods. A modern, versatile fougère with a much-praised trail.

    Shares with Uomo Born in Roma: Ginger, Sage, Vetiver.

    Key notes:
    Apple, Ginger, Sage, Cashmere wood, Tonka bean
    Style:
    Urban, Fresh, Seductive
    Longevity:
    Long-lasting
    Projection:
    Strong
  3. Gentleman Eau de Parfum by Givenchy
    3

    Givenchy

    Gentleman Eau de Parfum

    $110 · 3.4 oz · EDP · Men · Amber

    Powdery iris and dark vanilla with a touch of lavender. Classic elegance with a modern, enveloping sweetness.

    Close to Uomo Born in Roma in style and family, with different notes.

    Key notes:
    Pepper, Lavender, Iris, Vanilla, Patchouli
    Style:
    Elegant, Seductive
    Longevity:
    Long-lasting
    Projection:
    Strong
  4. Bleu de Chanel by Chanel
    4

    Chanel

    Bleu de Chanel

    $155 · 3.4 oz · EDP · Men · Woody

    A woody aromatic of quiet elegance. Sparkling citrus settles onto incense and creamy sandalwood: the navy suit of perfumery.

    Shares with Uomo Born in Roma: Ginger, Vetiver.

    Key notes:
    Grapefruit, Lemon, Ginger, Incense, Sandalwood
    Style:
    Elegant, Urban, Fresh
    Longevity:
    Long-lasting
    Projection:
    Strong
  5. Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss
    5

    Hugo Boss

    Boss Bottled

    $90 · 3.4 oz · EDT · Men · Woody

    Apple, cinnamon and vanilla over warm woods. The office fragrance par excellence since 1998.

    Shares with Uomo Born in Roma: Vetiver.

    Key notes:
    Apple, Bergamot, Cinnamon, Vanilla, Sandalwood
    Style:
    Classic, Elegant, Urban
    Longevity:
    Moderate
    Projection:
    Moderate
  6. Fierce by Abercrombie & Fitch
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    Abercrombie & Fitch

    Fierce

    $84 · 3.4 oz · Eau de Cologne · Men · Woody

    Fresh citrus and fir over musk and oakmoss: the smell that filled every Abercrombie store.

    Shares with Uomo Born in Roma: Vetiver.

    Key notes:
    Petitgrain, Cardamom, Jasmine, Vetiver, Musk
    Style:
    Sporty, Fresh
    Longevity:
    Long-lasting
    Projection:
    Strong

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Frequently asked questions

What does Valentino Uomo Born in Roma smell like?

Salty violet leaf, ginger and smoky vetiver. Italian elegance with a modern edge.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Valentino Uomo Born in Roma?

Uomo Born in Roma has a typical price of $115. The fragrances on this page range from $84 to $155, 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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