What smells like Paragon?
Why Al Nashama works as a Paragon dupe
Paragon is built around Nutmeg, Sage, Vetiver. Lattafa's Al Nashama shares its most recognisable notes — Nutmeg, Sage, Vetiver — which is why it reads so close on skin, at $30 instead of $330. A dupe shares key notes; it isn't identical, and the dry-down and longevity can differ. But for the signature everyone notices, it's a 82% match.
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Common questions
What is the best dupe for Paragon?
Lattafa Al Nashama is the closest Paragon dupe — a 82% note match that shares Nutmeg, Sage, Vetiver, for $30 instead of $330.
What does Paragon smell like?
Initio Paragon is built around Nutmeg, Sage, Vetiver, Musk, Sandalwood.
How much cheaper is the Paragon dupe?
The dupe is $30 versus $330 for the original — you save about $300.
Is Al Nashama a good dupe for Paragon?
Yes — it shares Nutmeg, Sage, Vetiver, the key notes that make Paragon recognisable, so it reads very close on skin. A dupe shares key notes; it isn't identical, and the dry-down or longevity can differ.