How is the similarity percentage calculated?

We cross the accords and notes of each pair of fragrances with our own similarity model, and when our editors have evaluated the pair in depth, their verdict is the number you see. The full methodology is linked at the bottom of the list.

Cheaper alternatives

Cheaper alternatives to Bleu de Chanel

More affordable options that smell similar, with what you gain and lose in each.

The profile of Bleu de Chanel rests on woody, aromatic and citrus: that is the first thing any substitute has to nail, and the first thing we check in every candidate.

We found 2 cheaper alternatives; the closest is Armaf Odyssey Mandarin Sky, which our model places as related.

Best alternative

Armaf Odyssey Mandarin Sky

Our model places it as related (no editorial verdict yet).

How we're funded

ArmafBudget
Odyssey Mandarin Sky
Our model places it as related (no editorial verdict yet).
Keeps Citrus. Loses Incense. Δ score: -1.2
LattafaBudget
Asad Full review →
Our model places it as related (no editorial verdict yet).
Keeps Woody. Loses Incense. Δ score: -1.0

Same-tier alternatives

DiorDesigner
Sauvage Full review →
Our model places it as very close (no editorial verdict yet).
Keeps Citrus. Loses Incense. Δ score: -0.4
HermèsDesigner
Terre d'Hermès
Our model places it as very close (no editorial verdict yet).
Keeps Woody. Loses Incense. Δ score: -0.3
DiorDesigner
Sauvage
Our model places it as very close (no editorial verdict yet).
Keeps Citrus. Loses Incense. Δ score: -0.2
VersaceDesigner
Eros
Our model places it as very close (no editorial verdict yet).
Keeps Aromatic. Loses Incense. Δ score: -1.0
DiorDesigner
Sauvage Elixir Full review →
Our model places it as related (no editorial verdict yet).
Keeps Woody. Loses Incense. Δ score: +0.2

Quick questions

How is the similarity percentage calculated?: We cross the accords and notes of each pair of fragrances with our own similarity model, and when our editors have evaluated the pair in depth, their verdict is the number you see. The full methodology is linked at the bottom of the list.

How we evaluate