What Is Lattafa Fakhar Black a Dupe Of?

What is Lattafa Fakhar Black a dupe of?

Lattafa Fakhar Black is a close alternative to YSL Y Eau de Parfum. We rate the similarity at 85%. If you like that fresh, fruity scent with a woody base, this is a pair worth looking at. There's a clear connection, even though the details can feel different.

We're talking about the original Fakhar Black, sold as Fakhar for men. Check that name when shopping: Fakhar Rose, Gold and Platin are separate fragrances. The YSL bottle here is Y EDP.

Why does it get compared with Y EDP?

Lattafa's US note list starts with apple, bergamot and ginger. Lavender, sage, juniper berries and geranium follow, with tonka bean, cedar, amberwood and vetiver underneath. On paper, that's a mix of fruit, herbs and woods, with some sweetness from the tonka.

YSL highlights sage, geranium and woods in Y Eau de Parfum. Those shared aromatic and woody elements help explain the comparison. Fakhar's apple gives you another useful detail to focus on when trying it: do you enjoy the fruit as much as the fresher parts around it?

Where do owners notice a difference?

In a discussion from people who own both, some find Fakhar close enough that they wouldn't buy Y EDP as well. Others describe Fakhar as lighter and less dense, and prefer the original's overall feel. There's agreement on the pairing, but plenty of room for personal preference.

A separate Fakhar Black owner discussion describes it as fruitier than Y EDP. That's a useful distinction if you love Y's balance of freshness, sweetness and woods. Our 85% rating leaves room for those differences.

Which one makes more sense for you?

Fakhar Black is worth considering for an everyday fragrance in this style. If Y EDP is already a favorite, try Fakhar alongside it and pay attention to the sweetness after the opening settles. That will tell you more than a quick spray on paper.

Browse our YSL Y EDP alternatives guide for other options. The cards above show eligible retailer offers for these two bottles, so you can compare availability, bottle sizes and prices before deciding.