Wondering which designer perfume ALDI’s No. 39 Perfume smells like? ALDI, the grocery store known for its affordable finds, has created a buzz with its Hotel Collection perfume No. 39 Poppy Barley Eau de Parfum for good reason.

Like many of ALDI’s best perfumes, this affordable scent smells just like another recognisable scent that comes with a hefty price tag. As we all know, ALDI is seriously cheap but even their beauty products are of great quality. The scent in question costs just £6.99, while the original is a hefty £118.

So before you turn your nose up at buying beauty products from the supermarket, you might want to hear which scent it’s been compared to. Grab your reusable bags and let’s find out. Next, discover more perfume dupes with our handy guides to the best scents at M&S, Next and Zara.

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What is ALDI No 39 perfume a dupe of?

ALDI’s Hotel Collection No. 39 Poppy and Barley perfume is a great dupe for Poppy Barley Cologne from Jo Malone. Priced at just £6.99 for a 100ml bottle, it’s an affordable alternative to the iconic designer fragrance that’s £118 for the same volume. Many have enthusiastically shared their find on social media, praising the ALDI version for capturing the essence of Jo Malone at a fraction of the cost.

The Original: Jo Malone London Poppy Barley Cologne, £118

Jo Malone London Poppy Barley 100l, £118 at John Lewis – buy now

Jo Malone describes their Poppy Barley Cologne as an ‘ode to vibrant poppies dancing in colour across England’s meadows.’ This lively floral scent combines rose and violet with juicy blackcurrants, borrowing from succulent cereal fields where grains and flowers mingle.

Size and prices

30ml (now £55 at John Lewis)

100ml (£118 at John Lewis)

Scent

Top note: Blackcurrant

Heart note: Poppy

Base note: Barley

The Dupe: ALDI Hotel Collection No.39 Poppy Barley Eau De Parfum 100ml, £6.99

Hotel Collection No.39 Poppy Barley Eau De Parfum 100ml, £6.99 at ALDI buy now

Size and prices

100ml: £6.99 at ALDI

Scent

Top notes: Blackcurrant, citrus, green notes

Heart notes: Rose, poppy, barley

Base notes: White musk, bran, vetiver

What does ALDI No 39 smell like?

Hotel Collection No. 39 Poppy Barley delivers a lively floral scent with a fruity twist. The poppy steals the show, offering a sweet, floral aroma with hints of honey and citrus. Roses and violets add classic, romantic elegance, while barley brings a subtle earthy touch.

The surprise twist of blackcurrant is the star here. This fruity note brings a burst of fresh, tart sweetness, creating a lively and playful contrast to the floral heart. The result? A sophisticated and modern fragrance perfect for both day and night.

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