Clones and dupes inspired by:
Argos Danaë (2021, Christian Petrovich) is a clean, powdery woody-citrus that balances bright uplift with a long-lasting musky-woody foundation, comfortably familiar yet refined.
The Sniff Test is independent and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or approved by Argos. Brand and product names are used only to identify the fragrance being reviewed and compared. References to alternatives, impressions, clones, or similar products do not imply any connection with the original brand or rights holder.
Inspired-By Comparison
Every vendor rated on similarity, performance, and price. Compare each option side by side.
Each line shows one size: a 50ml spray (30ml, or the nearest size, when the vendor has no 50ml) and the oil closest to 10ml. Vendors also sell other sizes, including samples and bulk.
Prices are converted to your selected currency at recent exchange rates. Vendors bill in their own currency, so the amount you are charged may differ slightly.
Get an email when an alternative to Danaë drops in price or a new, better-rated match appears. No spam — alerts only.
You'll get alerts for this fragrance plus our occasional newsletter — unsubscribe from either in one click, anytime.
Rate them on similarity, strength, longevity, and sillage to help others find the best match.
Find the Original
Argos Danaë is the benchmark for this scent profile. Alternatives may be worth comparing, but they are independent products and we do not present them as equivalent to Argos's own fragrance.
They do not replace the original fragrance, its presentation, or the version created under the brand's own quality control. If that is what you are looking for, search the official site or trusted retailers below.
Argos
Official website VisitAmazon
Check price Shop
Sephora
USA Shop
Nordstrom
USA Shop
Notino
UK Shop
Perfume Direct
UK ShopAbout the Original
The fragrance these clones are inspired by.
Danaë is a 2021 unisex woody-citrus from Argos, crafted by Christian Petrovich. At its core it is a wood-forward fragrance that opens on bright bergamot and Sicilian lemon before moving into a heart of cashmere wood, guaiac, cedar and pink pepper, and finally settles on Mysore sandalwood, patchouli, musk and cistus incanus. The profile reads clean and slightly powdery with a clear citrus lift and a lasting musky-woody base. It holds a strong fan base and a solid average score (4.28/5 from 470 votes), with many wearers noting notable longevity and projection while some call its character familiar or designer-like.
Our take
I like Danaë for its bright citrus opening that gives way to warm Mysore sandalwood and dry cedar; cashmere wood smooths the heart and pink pepper adds a light kick. The long-lasting performance and strong projection work well for evening wear and cooler days. My main issue is a faint synthetic edge on some skins that can make it feel less original.
Perfumer: Christian Petrovich
Top Notes
Middle Notes
Base Notes
Dominant Accords
The Bottle
Danaë’s bottle uses a tall clear-looking rectangular body with rounded or chamfered edges, holding amber-orange liquid. A broad pale beige-gold cap, raised ARGOS lettering on the neck, and a separate branded base give the conventional silhouette unusual emphasis. The illustrated front panel, packed with colour and circular and linear motifs, makes this an unusually characterful object.
Original or Clone
Christian Petrovich’s authorship gives Danaë a clear reason to buy as the original: an interpretation can pursue its woody, citrus and musky character, but it cannot carry his credited composition. The bottle also earns its place, because the illustrated panel and oversized cap make this a distinctive object rather than a routine rectangle. We track one interpretation from one house, a modest sign that Danaë has attracted attention. On the evidence available, the original has the stronger case.
Ajmal
2 alternatives from £5.27
Dior
6 alternatives from £3.00
Giorgio Armani
3 alternatives from £3.99
Initio Parfums Prives
3 alternatives from £3.99
Ajmal
3 alternatives from £3.99
Oriflame
1 alternative from £9.99
Xerjoff
1 alternative from £9.99
Azzaro
3 alternatives from £4.99
Third-party product images on this page support product identification, navigation, comparison, commentary and review.
Fragrance brands pictured: .
Brand names identify the products pictured; they do not necessarily identify the copyright owner of a particular image. The Sniff Test does not claim ownership of third-party images. Rights may belong to the relevant brand, original photographer, agency, image library, licensor or another rights holder.
Individual uses are assessed under applicable UK copyright exceptions, including fair dealing for criticism or review and quotation where the statutory conditions are met.
Independent ratings
Real Prices, Updated Weekly
4 Listed Vendors
No Sponsored Results