By Stefano, founder of The Sweetest Lie | Updated September 2026
Louis Vuitton fragrances are extraordinary. They are also extraordinarily expensive — most of the range sits between roughly $250 and $800 a bottle in Australia, which makes daily wear a serious commitment.
What we recreate is the character of the scent, not the bottle or the logo. Our fragrances are sold under our own name and "Lie" numbers, hand poured in small batches in Sydney, vegan and cruelty-free. We have five Louis Vuitton-inspired fragrances in the range. Here's how they compare and who each one suits. (Or shop all Louis Vuitton dupes.)
The best Louis Vuitton perfume dupes in Australia
1. Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade dupe — Lie 72 ($45)
The biggest saving in our whole range.
Ombre Nomade is LV's most opulent fragrance — a rich, smoky oud with rose and benzoin that lingers long after you've left the room. It is also one of the most expensive mainstream fragrances you can buy.
Lie 72 follows the same structure: a smoky, resinous oud opening, a rose heart and a warm incense-touched base. It's our most-requested LV scent.
Notes: Oud, rose, benzoin, saffron, incense. Best for: Evenings, occasions, cooler months.
2. Louis Vuitton Imagination dupe — Lie 71 ($75)
The freshest, most versatile scent in the LV line-up.
Imagination is LV's signature citrus — bright bergamot and citron over a clean tea-and-woods base. It's one of the most wearable fragrances in the catalogue and a very safe blind buy.
Lie 71 keeps that clean, sophisticated character.
Notes: Bergamot, citron, cedar, musk. Best for: Every day, the office, summer.
3. Louis Vuitton Afternoon Swim dupe — Lie 70 ($55)
The summer one.
Afternoon Swim smells like sun-warmed skin and a burst of mandarin and bergamot — bright, zesty and effortlessly unisex.
Lie 70 captures that same sparkling citrus freshness. It tops our best summer perfumes list.
Notes: Mandarin, bergamot, citrus, ambergris, musk. Best for: Summer, the beach, everyday wear.
4. Louis Vuitton California Dream dupe — Lie 86 ($75)
Golden-hour citrus.
California Dream is warm, sunny citrus with a soft floral heart and a musky, woody base — confident and easy to wear on anyone.
Lie 86 brings that same warmth.
Notes: Mandarin, bergamot, floral heart, cedar, musk. Best for: Spring and summer, outdoor occasions.
5. Louis Vuitton Pacific Chill dupe — Lie 89 ($75)
The most laid-back of the five.
Pacific Chill is LV's cool coastal scent — airy, green and fresh, more relaxed than Afternoon Swim.
Lie 89 keeps that easy, breezy character.
Notes: Citrus, mint, aquatic accord, musk, woods. Best for: Casual everyday wear, warmer months.
Which one should you pick?
If you want something dark and dramatic, go Ombre Nomade (Lie 72). For an all-rounder you can wear anywhere, Imagination (Lie 71). If you mainly want a summer scent, Afternoon Swim (Lie 70) is the brightest and Pacific Chill (Lie 89) the most relaxed. California Dream (Lie 86) sits in between — warmer and a little more floral.
How close are LV dupes to the originals?
Close, but not identical. Differences in raw-material sourcing and concentration mean no dupe is a molecule-for-molecule copy. What we aim for is the recognisable character: the same opening, heart and dry-down. The biggest difference is usually longevity — ultra-premium originals often use higher concentrations of costly materials, so projection and wear time can differ, and results vary by skin.
Are Louis Vuitton dupes legal in Australia?
Yes. Fragrance formulas can't be patented or copyrighted. Brand names and trademarks are protected, which is why our fragrances are sold under our own name and numbers and never as genuine LV products.
Frequently asked questions
Which LV dupe is most popular? Ombre Nomade (Lie 72), followed by Imagination (Lie 71) and Afternoon Swim (Lie 70).
Which lasts the longest? Ombre Nomade (Lie 72) — its oud and benzoin base clings to skin and fabric. The fresh citrus scents naturally fade faster; reapply or spray on clothing (more in how to make perfume last longer).
Are they vegan? Yes — every fragrance we make is vegan and cruelty-free.
Do you ship Australia-wide? Yes, from Sydney via Australia Post. Free shipping on orders over $99.
All Louis Vuitton dupes
| Inspired by | Our fragrance | Price |
|---|---|---|
| LV Ombre Nomade | Lie 72 | $45 |
| LV Imagination | Lie 71 | $75 |
| LV Afternoon Swim | Lie 70 | $55 |
| LV California Dream | Lie 86 | $75 |
| LV Pacific Chill | Lie 89 | $75 |
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Our prices checked September 2026. The Sweetest Lie is not affiliated with Louis Vuitton; brand names are used for comparison only.
