Since I was about 17 years old, I’ve worn Flowerbomb religiously. As the name suggests, the fragrance by Viktor Rolf is floral with warm, woody undertones. There’s no two ways about it; it just smells delicious, so it was one of the very few that appealed to me from a young age.

I’m certainly (and sadly) not the only one. The incredible combination of top notes of tea, bergamot and freesia with heart notes of sambac jasmine, cattleya orchid and centifolia rose and base notes of amber, cashmeran and patchouli has worked to make it one of the most popular designer fragrances on the planet.

Flowerbomb Eau de Parfum 30ml, £59, Viktor Rolf

Fast forward to today, and at 31, I still love it just as much as I always did.

If I worked out how much I’d spent over the past few years on the scent, I’d be too embarrassed to admit it. We all know how much the cost of living is going up, so there are just some things I’m having to cut down on and sadly, my Flowerbomb addiction is one of them.

In my mission to spend less, I’ve been looking for more affordable alternatives to the designer perfume.

It depends how much (or how little) you’re looking to spend, but Poundland have a scent for just £1. Of course, it’s never going to be as good as the real deal, but you can’t really go wrong at that price.

So let’s delve into some of the alternatives I’ve found.

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The Original: Viktor Rolf Flowerbomb

Flowerbomb Eau de Parfum 50ml, Viktor Rolf buy now

If you love bold, feminine fragrances with a sweet and sensual edge, Flowerbomb is definitely worth considering. The core of the fragrance lies in a luxurious blend of jasmine, rose, orchid, and freesia. These notes create a sweet, intoxicating aroma that’s both feminine and alluring.

Now, here are the dupes I found.

Oriental By Zara

Oriental, £12.99, Zara buy now

Many of Zara’s perfumes are known to smell similar to luxury fragrances, so I’m not surprised to discover they have one for Flowerbomb.

TikTokers have discovered that the brand’s Oriental fragrance, which starts at £12.99, smells just like Viktor Rolf’s with notes of bergamot, sweet orange, caramel and vanilla. Heaven.

FM 20 By Federico Mahora

FM 20 Eau De Parfum 50ml, £8, Federico Mahora at Amazon buy now

Amazon, a black hole of anything and everything, has some Flowerbomb alternatives too, including Fededrico Mahora’s 20 scent.

The reviews confirm it smells like the real deal, with one verified purchaser writing: ‘Excellent copy and lasts really long and for a fraction of the real thing.’

Flowerblitz

Flower Blitz 50ml, £15, Amourscents at Amazon buy now

Next up, we have Flowerblitz. It’s claimed to be ‘90% identical’ to Flowerbomb.

I’m not quite sure how they work that one out, but at a much more affordable price point, it’s worth a try.

Summertime By Milton Lloyd

Summertime by Milton Lloyd 55ml, £5.23, Amazon buy now

Summertime has been described as ‘exactly like Flowerbomb,’ with a ‘warm, comforting smell.’

One review reads: ‘I had the original Flowerbomb and this fragrance Summertime smells just like it.’

At just £5.23, you really can’t go wrong.

M&S Pink Pepper Eau de Toilette 

Pink Pepper Eau de Toilette 100ml, £10, Marks Spencer buy now

If you love the uplifting energy of Flowerbomb but crave a touch of freshness, this playful and affordable dupe might be your new go-to. 

This fresh and vibrant dupe captures the spirit of Flowerbomb’s floral sweetness with a burst of orange blossom and pink pepper, while the warm amber and musk base adds a touch of complexity for a surprisingly sophisticated scent at an amazing price.

Lidl Aura En Rose By Suddenly 

Lidl Aura En Rose By Suddenly 100ml, £40, eBay buy now

If you ever stumble upon this discontinued gem, consider yourself lucky! Its combination of rose and amber might just offer a delightful dupe for Flowerbomb lovers. Keep an eye out for online resellers or fragrance swaps if you’re curious about this intriguing discontinued dupe.

Bath And Body Works Sensual Amber 

Bath And Body Works Sensual Amber 236ml, £16.99, eBay buy now

Although discontinued, this dupe’s amber and orange flower notes hint at a potential connection to Flowerbomb’s sweetness. However, the wild berries and sandalwood might create a more unique, warm, and slightly fruity twist.