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The Best Gucci Envy for Men Clones & Alternatives

Compare The Envy of FOMO, DUA Covet and Floris Santal with Gucci Envy for Men for green spice, creamy woods, resemblance and numerical wear times.
Independently ranked by the Chaos Fragrances editorial team
#1 Best overall interpretation FOMO The Envy of FOMO
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The original vs. the alternatives Which bottle gets closest?
The reference Gucci Envy for Men fragrance bottle Gucci Envy for Men #1 Best overall interpretation FOMO The Envy of FOMO fragrance bottle FOMO The Envy of FOMO
The Dua Brand Covet fragrance bottle #2The Dua Brand Covet Floris Santal EDT fragrance bottle #3Floris Santal EDT
01 / The shortlist

The quick picks

Start here if you already know what matters most to you.

Quick answer

#1 The Envy of FOMO: approximately 86% resemblance. Our first overall sample for the green, spicy, floral-woody style, with more clove and less of the original’s ginger emphasis. Individual wear reports support roughly 7–9 hours including the close finish.

#2 DUA Covet: approximately 85% resemblance. A dedicated interpretation with ginger, aromatic florals and denser woods. Its 8–10 hours figure comes from one individual skin-wear report. Check for a restock.

#3 Floris Santal EDT: approximately 74% resemblance. A broader alternative with citrus, lavender, soft spice and creamy woods. Individual wear tests suggest roughly 4–6 hours, with shorter and longer results possible.

FOMO The Envy of FOMO fragrance bottle Best overall Envy interpretation FOMO The Envy of FOMO 86% approximate resemblance. Green, spicy and woody with a clove-led edge. Individual wear reports: roughly 7–9 hours. FragFlex 100 ml boxed option. See prices Shop now → The Dua Brand Covet fragrance bottle Ginger and denser aromatic woods The Dua Brand Covet 85% approximate resemblance. Dedicated interpretation. One individual skin-wear report: 8–10 hours. Check DUA for a restock. See prices Shop now → Floris Santal EDT fragrance bottle Lighter independently composed alternative Floris Santal EDT 74% approximate resemblance. Santal Eau de Toilette. Individual wear tests: roughly 4–6 hours. Jomashop and FragranceNet options. $78.99 Shop now →
Gucci Envy for Men fragrance bottle
The reference fragrance

Gucci Envy for Men

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The Envy of FOMO is our first overall sample for revisiting Gucci Envy for Men. It brings back the green, spicy, floral-woody character with a more prominent clove edge. DUA Covet is the other dedicated interpretation to try, especially when ginger, aromatic spice and denser woods appeal. Floris Santal offers a lighter, independently composed alternative.

The reference is the men’s Gucci Envy Eau de Toilette introduced in 1998. Its fresh ginger and aromatic spice move through floral woods into a warmer, smoky finish. This guide does not cover the women’s Envy, Envy Me or Envy Me 2.

Neither interpretation reproduces every detail. The balance of ginger, clove, floral sharpness and smoky woods makes more difference than a familiar opening alone. Compare samples through the quieter finish, particularly if you still have an original bottle to use as a reference.

Purchase options: check the exact 100 ml boxed FOMO bottle at FragFlex, explore Covet at DUA, or compare Floris Santal EDT at Jomashop and FragranceNet. Covet was sold out when checked; use its shopping link to check for a restock. Confirm the concentration, bottle size and current availability before ordering.

02 / Compare

Compare the best options

A fast side-by-side look at similarity, performance, value and who each fragrance suits best.

Rank Fragrance Score Similarity Longevity Best for Best price
#1 FOMO The Envy of FOMO 8.4/10 86% 7–9 hours Envy’s green, spicy floral woods with a more prominent clove character Check price Shop now
#2 The Dua Brand Covet 8.2/10 85% 8–10 hours a ginger-led opening and denser aromatic floral woods Check price Shop now
#3 Floris Santal EDT 7.9/10 74% 4–6 hours a softer citrus, lavender, warm-spice and creamy-wood direction $78.99 Shop now
03 / Reviews

The full ranking

Each pick includes the important differences, tradeoffs and our bottom-line verdict.

#1 FOMO The Envy of FOMO fragrance bottle
Best overall interpretation Best for Envy’s green, spicy floral woods with a more prominent clove character
FOMO

FOMO The Envy of FOMO

A useful first sample for the discontinued men’s Envy style. Bright spice leads into a floral-woody heart and warmer sandalwood-like softness, with a familiar connection as it settles.

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The shopping button opens the reviewed FragFlex listing for The Envy of FOMO Extrait de Parfum, 100 ml boxed. Confirm the selected format and current availability at checkout.
Chaos score 8.4/10
Similarity 86%
Longevity 7–9 hours
Chaos verdict

Individual wear reports give roughly 7–9 hours including the quieter finish, with projection receding earlier. Sample it for the recognizable green-spicy woody character, and judge the clove balance after the opening settles. It is an interpretation with a noticeable difference in spice, rather than an exact replacement.

How it differs from the original

Clove and carnation can feel sharper and more prominent, while the ginger-cardamom freshness of Envy is less convincing. The heart and settled woods offer the stronger connection. If you mainly remember the original’s ginger, this difference may matter more than the overall familiarity.

What works
  • A dedicated interpretation of Gucci Envy for Men
  • Recognizable green, spicy and floral-woody character
  • An exact 100 ml boxed FragFlex purchase option
Tradeoffs
  • Clove can dominate the opening
  • Less of Envy’s distinctive ginger emphasis
  • The floral sharpness will not suit every wearer
#2 The Dua Brand Covet fragrance bottle
Dedicated ginger-woody interpretation Best for a ginger-led opening and denser aromatic floral woods
The Dua Brand

The Dua Brand Covet

Covet follows a spicy citrus-and-ginger opening into aromatic florals and warm woods. It is a worthwhile second sample for people who want that more gingery route through Envy’s character.

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Select Covet from the DUA search results. The maker describes it as an Extrait de Parfum and currently lists a 34 ml format. It was sold out when checked. This is the men’s Envy interpretation discussed here, distinct from the women’s Envy Me fragrance.
Chaos score 8.2/10
Similarity 85%
Longevity 8–10 hours
Chaos verdict

The 8–10 hours range comes from one individual skin-wear report, with stronger projection limited to an earlier part of the wearing. Use it as an individual estimate, not a guaranteed duration. Covet was sold out when checked, so check the DUA link for a restock before planning a purchase.

How it differs from the original

The texture can feel thicker and denser, and the ginger may be especially prominent. The balance of floral spice, smooth woods and the smoky effect does not convince every original owner. Compare the full development if subtle transitions are what you remember.

What works
  • A dedicated Envy interpretation
  • Ginger and aromatic florals preserve an important part of the style
  • Warm woody finish with a denser texture
Tradeoffs
  • The ginger can feel stronger than expected
  • A thicker feel than the original
  • Sold out when checked; restock availability can change
#3 Floris Santal EDT fragrance bottle
Broader refined alternative Best for a softer citrus, lavender, warm-spice and creamy-wood direction
Floris

Floris Santal EDT

An independently composed option for the gentler side of Envy’s appeal. Citrus and warm spice settle into lavender and creamy woods, with a lighter, less forceful feel.

Best tracked price $78.99
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Choose Floris Santal Eau de Toilette. Jomashop and FragranceNet options are available in the price comparison; verify the bottle size and stock at checkout. Santal Intense Eau de Parfum, aftershave and body products are separate formats.
Chaos score 7.9/10
Similarity 74%
Longevity 4–6 hours
Chaos verdict

Individual wear tests suggest roughly 4–6 hours, often with a close scent trail after the opening. Shorter and longer results occur. Choose it when a restrained, creamy woody fragrance is more useful than a dedicated recreation of Envy.

How it differs from the original

Santal gives more space to citrus, lavender and smooth woods, with less of the ginger-led contrast and dark smoky character that define Envy. It shares part of the mood while following its own progression.

What works
  • A softer route through related aromatic woody territory
  • Citrus and lavender give it a lighter feel
  • Jomashop and FragranceNet purchase options
Tradeoffs
  • A broader alternative rather than an Envy clone
  • Less ginger and smoky depth
  • A restrained trail and variable wear time
04 / Our process

How we chose these fragrances

Similarity percentages are our approximate research-based editorial assessments of the opening, heart and drydown. We give original-aware comparisons more weight than note-list overlap, considering ginger and aromatic freshness, clove and floral balance, creamy woods, smoke and the quiet finish. Rankings also consider the fragrance’s overall appeal and purchase options. These are not ingredient percentages or results of controlled testing by Chaos Fragrances. FOMO and Covet are dedicated interpretations; Floris Santal is an independently composed alternative. Longevity figures describe individual observations, not current-batch averages. FOMO’s 7–9 hours includes a close finish. Covet’s 8–10 hours comes from one skin-wear report. Santal’s 4–6 hours reflects individual wear tests, including wrist and forearm applications. Projection can fade earlier; clothing persistence and ongoing check-ins are separate from a measured total-wear endpoint. Your own results may be shorter or longer.

The final verdict

Start with The Envy of FOMO for a practical return to Envy’s green, spicy, woody character. Its clove and floral emphasis deserve a sample if ginger is the part of the original you miss most. Try Covet when it returns to stock for a denser ginger-and-woods interpretation. Choose Floris Santal EDT for a gentler citrus, lavender and creamy-wood alternative with its own identity. None should be bought on the assumption that it perfectly replaces a particular vintage bottle.

For other distinctive woody directions, explore our Gucci Pour Homme II clone guide, Tom Ford Italian Cypress clone guide, and Chanel Platinum Égoïste clone guide.

05 / Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Gucci Envy for Men clone here?
The Envy of FOMO ranks first overall at approximately 86% resemblance. It captures the green, spicy floral-woody direction, with a more prominent clove edge and less of Envy’s ginger emphasis.
Is DUA Covet a Gucci Envy interpretation?
Yes. Covet is the dedicated interpretation selected here for the men’s Envy from 1998, with ginger, aromatic florals and warm woods. It ranks at approximately 85% resemblance. It is distinct from Envy Me.
Is Floris Santal an exact Gucci Envy clone?
Santal is an independently composed, broader alternative at approximately 74% resemblance. Citrus, lavender, spice and creamy woods overlap with part of Envy’s appeal, but its ginger and smoky balance differ.
Which Gucci Envy version does this guide cover?
The men’s Envy Eau de Toilette introduced in 1998. The women’s Envy, Envy Me and Envy Me 2 are separate fragrances and are not the reference here.
How long does The Envy of FOMO last?
Individual wear reports support roughly 7–9 hours including the close finish. Projection can reduce earlier. This is a planning reference, not a current-batch average or a guarantee for your skin.
How long does DUA Covet last?
The 8–10 hours range comes from one individual skin-wear report. The stronger scent trail occupies an earlier part of that wearing. Application, conditions and your own skin can change the result.
How long does Floris Santal EDT last?
Individual wear tests suggest roughly 4–6 hours, with a restrained trail after the opening. Some people find it shorter and others longer, so sample it before relying on a full workday of wear.
Which option should I sample for ginger?
Covet is the ginger-led interpretation to compare here. FOMO can lean more toward clove and carnation, while Santal offers a softer citrus-lavender woody direction.
Is Covet currently available to buy?
Covet was sold out at DUA when this guide was checked. Its shopping link lets you check for a restock. Verify the exact product, size and availability before ordering.
Are these suitable for the office?
Their aromatic and woody character can work in a shared space with light application. FOMO’s clove and floral edge and Covet’s denser texture deserve a test wearing first. Santal is the gentler direction here.
Where should I shop for the selected fragrances?
Use FragFlex for the reviewed FOMO 100 ml boxed listing, DUA for Covet restock checks, and Jomashop or FragranceNet for Floris Santal EDT. Compare the exact format, delivery and checkout total.
What do the similarity percentages mean?
They are approximate editorial resemblance estimates across the opening, heart and drydown. They do not measure ingredients, shared formulas or laboratory equivalence. Use them to choose samples, then compare on your own skin.

Disclosure: Chaos Fragrances may earn a commission when you click shopping links on this page. Prices and availability can change. Editorial rankings are independent of commissions. Brand names belong to their respective owners. Resemblance is subjective; these fragrances are independently made.