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Best REPLICA By the Fireplace Eau de Toilette dupes

3 alternatives. A closer look at the notes. A more considered way to spend. Find the interpretation that feels like you.

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Maison Margiela REPLICA By the Fireplace Eau de Toilette 100ml perfume bottle

Maison Margiela

REPLICA By the Fireplace Eau de Toilette

100ml · Eau de toilette

$170 editorial estimate
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Alternative no. 01Est. save 81%
Dossier Woody Chestnut 50ml perfume bottle

Dossier

Woody Chestnut

50ml · Eau de toilette

$32 editorial estimate
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81% lower estimated bottle price

$138 less for the listed alternative. 100ml original / 50ml alternative; compare size as well as price.

6 of 9 original note labels shared · 67%

Pink pepper, Chestnut, Guaiac wood, Cade wood, Vanilla, Peru balsam. Published-note overlap is not a measurement of scent similarity.

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All prices are estimates in USD.

REPLICA By the Fireplace Eau de Toilette compared with 3 alternatives. Prices compare listed bottles, which may differ in size.
The detailOriginalMaison Margiela
REPLICA By the Fireplace Eau de Toilette		Alternative 01Dossier
Woody Chestnut		Alternative 02Oakcha
Melting Embers		Alternative 03ALT. Fragrances
Fireside Marshmallow
Fragrance notesPink pepper, Orange flower, Clove, Chestnut, Guaiac wood, Cade wood, Vanilla, Peru balsam, CashmeranPink pepper, Orange blossom, Cloves, Chestnut, Guaiac wood, Cade wood, Vanilla, Peru balsam, CedarwoodCloves, Pink pepper, Orange blossom, Chestnut, Guaiac wood, Juniper, Vanilla, Peru balsam, CashmeranClove, Orange flower, Chestnut, Smoky woods, Vanilla
ConcentrationEau de toiletteEau de toiletteNot listedNot listed
Bottle size100ml50ml50ml60ml
Estimated price$170$32$32.95$45
Est. price per 100ml$170$64$65.90$75
Est. bottle savingsReference price81%81%74%
Shared original note labelsReference notes6 of 96 of 94 of 9
LongevityNot independently verifiedNot independently verifiedNot independently verifiedNot independently verified
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“Not listed” means the concentration is not specified in our existing product information. Shared notes use exact, case-insensitive labels.

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The alternatives, in detail

What they share. Where they differ.
What to consider before you choose.

Dossier Woody Chestnut 50ml perfume bottle
No. 01Dossier

Woody Chestnut

Dossier explicitly identifies Woody Chestnut as inspired by By the Fireplace. Eight of nine normalized published note positions overlap: orange blossom/flower and clove/cloves are treated as equivalent, while cedarwood replaces the original’s cashmeran.

Pink pepper (also listed for the original)Orange blossomClovesChestnut (also listed for the original)Guaiac wood (also listed for the original)Cade wood (also listed for the original)Vanilla (also listed for the original)Peru balsam (also listed for the original)Cedarwood
Size 50mlConcentration Eau de toiletteStyle Woody gourmand

+ Reasons to consider

Estimated bottle price is 81% lower. 6 published note labels shared with the original, including Pink pepper, Chestnut, Guaiac wood.

− What to weigh up

Adds Orange blossom, Cloves, Cedarwood to its published note list. Bottle size differs from the 100ml original. Wear time is not independently verified.

Who it’s for: Consider this if you are exploring woody gourmand fragrances and enjoy Pink pepper and Chestnut. Sample on skin to judge the fit.

$32 est. / 50mlEst. save 81%
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Oakcha Melting Embers 50ml perfume bottle
No. 02Oakcha

Melting Embers

Oakcha explicitly identifies Melting Embers as inspired by By the Fireplace. Eight of nine normalized published note positions overlap, with juniper replacing cade wood. Independent impressions support the direction but vary on sweetness, smoke, and performance.

ClovesPink pepper (also listed for the original)Orange blossomChestnut (also listed for the original)Guaiac wood (also listed for the original)JuniperVanilla (also listed for the original)Peru balsam (also listed for the original)Cashmeran (also listed for the original)
Size 50mlConcentration Not listedStyle Woody vanilla spicy

+ Reasons to consider

Estimated bottle price is 81% lower. 6 published note labels shared with the original, including Pink pepper, Chestnut, Guaiac wood.

− What to weigh up

Adds Cloves, Orange blossom, Juniper to its published note list. Bottle size differs from the 100ml original. Wear time is not independently verified.

Who it’s for: Consider this if you are exploring woody vanilla spicy fragrances and enjoy Pink pepper and Chestnut. Sample on skin to judge the fit.

$32.95 est. / 50mlEst. save 81%
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ALT. Fragrances Fireside Marshmallow 60ml perfume bottle
No. 03ALT. Fragrances

Fireside Marshmallow

ALT. explicitly identifies Fireside Marshmallow as inspired by By the Fireplace. Five of nine normalized published note positions overlap; ALT.’s shorter published list supports a simpler, marshmallow-sweeter interpretation rather than an exact formula.

Clove (also listed for the original)Orange flower (also listed for the original)Chestnut (also listed for the original)Smoky woodsVanilla (also listed for the original)
Size 60mlConcentration Not listedStyle Woody vanilla

+ Reasons to consider

Estimated bottle price is 74% lower. 4 published note labels shared with the original, including Orange flower, Clove, Chestnut.

− What to weigh up

Adds Smoky woods to its published note list. Bottle size differs from the 100ml original. Wear time is not independently verified.

Who it’s for: Consider this if you are exploring woody vanilla fragrances and enjoy Orange flower and Clove. Sample on skin to judge the fit.

$45 est. / 60mlEst. save 74%
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Prices are editorial estimates and availability may change. These comparisons do not establish measured scent similarity or independently verified wear time. Estimated bottle savings reach up to 81%; bottle sizes may differ.

Inside the original

The anatomy of
REPLICA By the Fireplace Eau de Toilette.

From the first impression to the notes that linger. This pyramid shows the original’s published note structure.

Shared note Highlighted notes also appear in Woody Chestnut’s published list. A shared label helps explain the direction, rather than how two fragrances will smell on skin.

01 / Top notes
Pink pepper (shared with alternative no. 01)Orange flowerClove
02 / Heart notes
Chestnut (shared with alternative no. 01)Guaiac wood (shared with alternative no. 01)Cade wood (shared with alternative no. 01)
03 / Base notes
Vanilla (shared with alternative no. 01)Peru balsam (shared with alternative no. 01)Cashmeran
Behind the comparison

Which By the Fireplace alternative should you compare first?

Maison Margiela publishes nine notes across its opening, heart, and base. The comparisons below describe published-note overlap, not measured scent similarity. Wear time has not been independently verified.

Broadest documented overlap: Dossier Woody Chestnut

Dossier publishes pink pepper, orange blossom, and cloves; chestnut, guaiac wood, and cade wood; then vanilla, Peru balsam, and cedarwood. That closely tracks the official REPLICA note structure, with cedarwood standing in for cashmeran. Independent reviews generally recognize the comparison while differing on smoke strength and longevity.

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Closest alternate heart: Oakcha Melting Embers

Oakcha publishes the same spicy opening and vanilla, Peru balsam, and cashmeran base. Its heart pairs chestnut and guaiac wood with juniper instead of cade wood, which supports a related but not identical smoky-woody route. Oakcha labels the scent subtle; wearer reports on performance remain mixed.

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Simpler marshmallow direction: ALT. Fireside Marshmallow

ALT. publishes clove oil, orange flower, chestnut, vanilla, and a crackling-wood character. The independent discussion commonly describes a sweeter marshmallow and vanilla emphasis. Choose this for that simplified cozy direction, not for a one-for-one note pyramid.

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REPLICA By the Fireplace Eau de Toilette
dupe FAQ

What is a perfume dupe?

A perfume dupe is an affordable fragrance with a scent profile similar to a more expensive perfume. It is not a counterfeit: it has its own name, bottle, and branding.

Are perfume dupes legal?

Yes. Fragrance styles and note combinations can inspire other perfumes. Legal dupes use their own trademarks and packaging and do not pretend to be the original product.

How do I find the best dupe for REPLICA By the Fireplace Eau de Toilette?

Compare published fragrance notes, the exact version and size, and your budget. Try samples where available: shared notes do not establish identical scent, a measured similarity percentage, or equal longevity. Wear time has not been independently verified for this comparison.

How much can I save with a REPLICA By the Fireplace Eau de Toilette alternative?

The original is listed around $170. The alternatives on this page start at $32, a potential saving of up to 81%. Prices vary by retailer.

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