By Stefano, founder of The Sweetest Lie | Updated September 2026
The most iconic men's colognes — JPG Le Male, Paco Rabanne 1 Million, Creed Aventus, Versace Eros — cost $120 to $500+ a bottle and need replacing every few months if you wear them daily. Here are nine of our men's fragrances inspired by them, sold under our own name and hand poured in Sydney, from $29. (Or shop all our perfume dupes.)
The best men's cologne dupes in Australia
1. Creed Aventus dupe — Lie 38 ($55)
Pineapple, blackcurrant and bergamot over smoky birch and musk — the fruity-smoky style that made Aventus the most talked-about men's fragrance of the last decade.
Lie 38. Best for: A confident signature, office to evening. Read our honest Aventus vs Lie 38 comparison.
2. JPG Le Male Le Parfum dupe — Lie 67 ($55)
The darker, richer evolution of Le Male: cardamom and lavender over an iris-vanilla heart with a warm, woody base. Masculine without being aggressive, with real presence.
Lie 67 is one of our most complimented men's scents. Best for: Evenings and dates.
3. JPG Ultra Male dupe — Lie 94 ($45)
Pear and black lavender over a rich vanilla-amber base — overtly sweet and addictive. Two or three sprays is plenty.
Lie 94. Best for: Casual and evening wear in cooler months.
4. Paco Rabanne 1 Million dupe — Lie 31 ($29)
Blood mandarin, cinnamon and leather over amber and woods — warm, spicy and instantly likeable. One of the best-selling men's fragrances ever.
Lie 31 is the most affordable fragrance in our range. Best for: Almost any occasion.
5. Paco Rabanne 1 Million Elixir dupe — Lie 76 ($45)
1 Million pushed darker and richer — deeper spice, a resinous amber base and more projection.
Lie 76. Best for: 1 Million fans who want more intensity; evenings.
6. Paco Rabanne Invictus dupe — Lie 78 ($45)
Grapefruit and a marine accord over ambergris and guaiac wood — fresh, sporty and versatile.
Lie 78. Best for: A fresh everyday option, especially in warmer months.
7. Versace Eros dupe — Lie 115 ($45)
Mint, green apple and tonka over ambroxan, cedar and vanilla — fresh enough for warm days, sweet enough for evenings.
Lie 115. Best for: A year-round all-rounder.
8. Carolina Herrera Bad Boy dupe — Lie 54 ($45)
Bergamot and pepper up top, cacao and tonka in the heart, woods underneath — a fresh-woody scent with a subtle gourmand twist.
Lie 54. Best for: Office to evening.
9. Azzaro The Most Wanted dupe — Lie 82 ($45)
Cardamom and lavender opening into a warm toffee-amber heart over woods. Warm and sophisticated without heading into heavy oud territory.
Lie 82. Best for: Autumn and winter, date nights.
At a glance
| Inspired by | Our fragrance | Profile | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creed Aventus | Lie 38 | Pineapple, birch, musk | $55 |
| Le Male Le Parfum | Lie 67 | Warm iris, lavender, vanilla | $55 |
| Ultra Male | Lie 94 | Sweet pear, lavender, vanilla | $45 |
| 1 Million | Lie 31 | Warm spice, leather, amber | $29 |
| 1 Million Elixir | Lie 76 | Dark spice, amber resin | $45 |
| Invictus | Lie 78 | Grapefruit, marine, ambergris | $45 |
| Versace Eros | Lie 115 | Mint, apple, tonka | $45 |
| Bad Boy | Lie 54 | Bergamot, cacao, woods | $45 |
| The Most Wanted | Lie 82 | Cardamom, toffee, amber | $45 |
Where to start
Safest first pick: 1 Million (Lie 31). Signature scent: Aventus (Lie 38). Evenings and dates: Le Male Le Parfum (Lie 67) or 1 Million Elixir (Lie 76). Fresh everyday: Invictus (Lie 78) or Eros (Lie 115). More personality: Bad Boy (Lie 54) or The Most Wanted (Lie 82).
Building a rotation? Buy 3, Get 1 Free applies automatically.
Are cologne dupes worth it?
If they're made well, yes. "Dupe" covers a wide range — from cheap sprays that fade in an hour to properly formulated inspired fragrances. Ours are Eau de Parfum strength and built around the recognisable character of each original. They aren't identical copies, and longevity varies by scent and skin, but at a fraction of the price you can own several and rotate them by season.
Frequently asked questions
Are these genuine designer products?
No. They're independently made and sold under our own name. We're not affiliated with any of the brands mentioned.
How long do they last?
It varies by scent and skin. Apply to moisturised pulse points or clothing — more in how to make perfume last longer.
New to fragrance?
Start with 1 Million (Lie 31) or, if you prefer fresh, Invictus (Lie 78).
Vegan and cruelty-free?
Yes.
Shipping?
Australia-wide from Sydney; free over $99.
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