Flame vs Fahrenheit
ALT. Fragrances vs Dior
ALT. Fragrances Flame offers a budget-friendly take on Dior Fahrenheit's iconic petrol-and-leather formula, but does the clone capture the original's polarizing magic?
| Flame | Fahrenheit | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | ALT. Fragrances | Dior |
| Concentration | EDP | EDT |
| Gender | masculine | masculine |
| Price Range | $25-35 | $75-95 |
| Top Notes | petrol, mandarin, nutmeg, honeysuckle | petrol, mandarin, hawthorne, nutmeg, honeysuckle |
| Heart Notes | violet leaf, cedar, carnation, chamomile | violet leaf, nutmeg, cedar, chamomile, carnation |
| Base Notes | leather, vetiver, amber, patchouli, vanilla | leather, vetiver, musk, amber, patchouli, vanilla |
| Best Seasons | fall, winter | fall, winter |
Shared Notes (13)
Notes that appear in both fragrances
What People Say
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Dior Fahrenheit
The gasoline-petrol opening is completely unique and instantly recognizable, creating an industrial-metallic signature that no other fragrance matches
That violet leaf heart note creates an unusual green-floral contrast against the leather base that's simultaneously masculine and artistic
The gasoline opening is genuinely off-putting and smells like you've been working at a gas station
Performance has declined significantly over the years, lasting only 4-5 hours when it used to be a beast
Longevity: 4-6 hours, much weaker than vintage batches
Value: Decent price for a designer but the reformulated performance doesn't justify even the mid-tier cost
The Verdict
Fahrenheit remains the superior choice for those wanting the full industrial-strength experience and iconic status. However, Flame delivers 80% of the vibe at 40% of the price with smoother projection, making it perfect for newcomers or daily wear without the hefty investment.
ALT. Fragrances Flame
Dior Fahrenheit