Are you a fan of Lancome’s La Vie Est Belle fragrance but not ready to splurge on the high price tag? Well, there are a lot of purse-friendly dupes that mimic the sweet and sultry scents of Lancome’s iconic perfume – including one from none other than high street brand Zara.

If you’re a fan of designer dupes, you might be familiar with the fact that many of Zara’s scents smell just like other, more expensive perfumes. The brand has an ever-changing collection of fragrances for both women and men, with new perfumes dropping throughout the year and others being discontinued. Of course, their most popular scents tend to stick around for longer.

Red Temptation by Zara is one of the brand’s bestselling scents, and it’s no coincidence that it’s a brilliant dupe for none other than Maison Francis Kurkdjian’s Baccarat Rouge 540. There are many more perfumes from Zara to take notice of, like Wonder Rose. This stunning scent is reminiscent of Dior’s J’adore, while the men in your life might be a fan of Vibrant Leather as it smells like Creed’s Aventus.

If you’re a fan of La Vie Est Belle, keep reading to discover which of Zara’s brilliant perfumes smells like it.

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What is Zara’s Red Vanilla perfume a dupe for?

A lot of people say that Zara Red Vanilla is a dead ringer for Lancome’s La Vie Est Belle. The designer scent will set you back £57 for 30ml, while its high street version comes in at just £7.99.

Zara has always been our high-street go-to for clothes, but their perfume collection is also amazing. They have a catalogue of scents that cater to different moods and occasions, from soft and floral to earthy and musky. With over 188 million views on Tiktok, beauty aficionados have been showing a lot of love and attention to Zara’s perfumes. Especially the scents that can easily be mistaken for high-end brands like Chanel and Dior.

If you love the scent of Lancome’s La Vie Est Belle, but can’t quite justify the cost, give the Zara Red Vanilla a try. You’ll be amazed at how similar the two scents are, and you’ll love the affordability of this amazing dupe.

The Original: Lancome’s La Vie Est Belle, from £53.60

La Vie Est Belle, from £53.60 for 30ml, Lancôme at LookFantastic – buy now

The Dupe: Zara’s Red Vanilla, from £8.99

Red Vanilla, from £8.99 for 30ml, Zara – buy now

What does Zara Red Vanilla smell like?

Zara Red Vanilla has a warm and spicy floral scent, featuring the freshness of iris, and red peony. Compared to its luxury version, Lancome’s La Vie Est Belle has notes of patchouli mixed with sweet fruity scents and delicious vanilla.

Zara was able to mimic the earthy and slightly woody aroma of La Vie Est Belle. The perfume also features a delicious combination of vanilla, juicy tangerine, and sweet raspberry, creating a warm and comforting aroma.

You’ll be pleasantly surprised at how close the two scents are. And with a price point of just £12.99 for 90ml, you can indulge in the decadent aroma without breaking your budget.

Another great thing about Zara’s perfumes is their packaging. The sleek and minimalist design of the Zara Red Vanilla bottle will look great on any vanity or dresser. Plus, it’s lightweight and easy to travel with, making it the perfect addition to your bag for a weekend getaway.

Which Zara perfume is like Jo Malone?

Zara Red Vanilla isn’t the only dupe for luxury scents, especially if you’re not into fruity or earthy scents. If you prefer softer scents, you will love Zara’s perfume collaboration with world-renowned perfumer Jo Malone—Ebony Wood.

Ebony Wood is reminiscent of the iconic Wood Sage and Sea Salt fragrance. It has notes of pink peppercorn, clove and ebony wood. The scent is meant to encapsulate ‘the moment of freedom and carefree adventures that are about to begin.’

£25.99 – buy now

What is Zara Gardenia perfume the dupe of?

Zara’s Gardenia is a great dupe for YSL’s Black Opium. Like YSL’s dark and sweet aroma, Zara’s Gardenia has an irresistible mix of orange blossom and black coffee, rounded off with vanilla undertones. Compared to the Black Opium, Zara made its dupe have a little more spice to it.

£12.99 – buy now