10 Fragrances Similar to Angel

Thierry Mugler’s Angel is now, has been for a long time, and seemingly always will be a popular fragrance. It’s weird because, such a best selling perfume, isn’t well liked but a large number of people. Many think that it can be too much, while others swear by it. However, the polarization, isn’t that extreme.

There are still a ton of fans of this perfume, but may want to wear something else. Or maybe they’d like a cheaper scent with an aroma like that of Angel, to save some cash. Well, in this post, I want to present 10 perfumes which smell like this Thierry Mugler creation. And, substitutions for some of the flanker perfumes of the Angel line.

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Perfume Alternatives that are Similar to Mugler’s Angel

Inspired Inexpensive Option 

Gourmand Patchouli by Dossier– One of the options for those who want a cheaper perfume ‘inspired by’ Mugler’s Angel is this entry from Dossier.

Gourmand Patchouli and their other creations really do hit the mark in terms of smelling close to the original designer perfume. With most of the one’s that I have tested, they seem to get it at least 85% of the way there.

With the notes, you’re obviously going to get the strong patchouli, notes like caramel and honey, along with the fruits and florals. For the current (as of writing) price of $29, this is pretty much going to give you what you need if you want a very similar alternative to Angel.

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Sweeter with More Powder

BOND No 9 Nuits De Noho, 3.4 Ounce– A complex and seductive scent that can add a great deal of sophistication to a woman’s style. Nuits de Noho opens with a pineapple and vanilla mix that sits in the middle of a patchouli wrapping.

It’s gourmand and has a sweet, baked goods sort of quality to the aroma. The patchouli and musk are pretty strong for the first 15 minutes or so before, this Bond No. 9 perfume settles itself into something sweeter and gentler.

To me, the floral notes like jasmine, are powdery and green but mostly stay in the background to only come out a brief whiffs.  Nuits de Noho Full Review

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Angel Elixir Alternative

Fairy Potion by Dua– The Angel line has of course produced a ton of flankers over the years. One, which was released in 2023 is Angel Elixir. The Dua Brand has released their interpretation of this newer scent and I’m adding it to the list.

Now, if you want something like the original Angel, the flanker (or this inspired take) doesn’t have much to do with it. Actually, I agree that it has a lot of overlap with Donna Born in Roma and its flankers.

It’s creamy with vanilla and sandalwood notes supporting a great jasmine note. Sweetish, but not the whole way through, and it does have a rather synthetic amber note.

Now, I haven’t tried Fairy Potion as of yet, but Dua does a nice job with their inspirations (I’ve owned like a dozen or more). So, if you’re in the market for something cheaper than Angel Elixir, here you go.

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Toned Down Patchouli

Molinard Nirmala Eau de Parfum Spray for Women, 2.5 Ounce– Another fragrance that smells like and has some differences from our target. Nonetheless, the sweet fruits, vanilla, and warmth is all there.

Chocolate is missing and definitely not the same sort of patchouli bomb as Angel. The rest of it? Pretty much a dead ringer. It’s got a nice sweet/tart smell and not as heavy. 

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Under $10 Inspiration

Spirit Of Heaven | Parfum De Toilette | Spray for Women | 1.85 oz– If you’re looking for the ultra cheap perfume that smells close, this one can fit the bill. Spirit of Heaven is available for less than $10 and cuts quite a strikingly similar aroma to the Thierry Mugler.

It opens up with fruits, warmth, and spice. Then, dries down with the patchouli, vanilla, and chocolate notes. Surprisingly not a weak version, Spirit of Heaven actually packs a similar punch, with its sillage and how long it lasts. 

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Discontinued But Quite Similar

Lalique Nilang for Women Perfume 3.3 oz Eau de Parfum Spray– Just to be clear, the Nilang released in 2011 smells very similar to Angel. The other one, not so much. This isn’t widely available anymore, but you can still grab bottles.

The structure is very close, but the fruit notes are different here. You get plenty of melon and peach, in this perfume. 

Nilang is lighter, sweeter, with a floral base of lotus and freesia. This adds a slight watery component to the scent. This one is not an exact match with Angel, but is within the same ball park.

Like Angel Nova

Very Good Girl by Carolina Herrera– Now, Very Good Girl is a perfume that shares a lot with the flanker fragrance, Angel Nova. I personally, think that Nova is the better scent, but I’m adding this for those who want to try an alternative.

Red currant joins litchi early on to produce a bold, tart, and sweet opening of fruity notes. There’s not too long of a time with that opening, as the red rose note starts to move in. Actually, things start to take a powdery directions.

I do like the freshness and balance with the sweetness and the vanilla. However, this is mostly about the rose and litchi notes. Nice performance, but not outstanding. In the event that you find this for significantly cheaper than Nova, it might be worth a shot. Very Good Girl review

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Fruitier and More Gourmand

Bond No 9 Ladies I Love New York Holidays Edp Spray Unisex 3.4 Oz– This is close to Nuits de Noho, as well as, Angel. Holidays is a very delectable perfume, which smells like a bakery. This always smelled very warm and sweet to my nose, back when I had the sample.

Not nearly the same level of power, or spice, nor patchouli. I liked the fruitiness in Holidays, apricot and pomegranate, which played extremely well off of praline. It’s not a one for one match, but gives you a similar experience, with some tweaks to the formula.

This one also has great performance, lasting over 9 hours and sometimes longer, depending on the day. 

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Similar Notes, Different Direction

Calvin Klein euphoria Eau de Parfum Rollerball, 0.33 Fl Oz– So, Euphoria doesn’t smell like Angel. This is one that I wanted to throw in, because of its similar vibe. It does have some interesting overlap, but takes things in a different direction.

The pomegranate is very juicy/tart and edible with the inclusion of great floral notes and the well-blended addition of patchouli. Fruity/floral with spice and a solid base of rich mahogany.

As it dries down, Euphoria becomes darker and sexy, with the pomegranate taking on less of a role.

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Inexpensive and Similar Option

Wish by Chopard Eau De Parfum spray 2.5 oz– With Wish, you get a cheaper, and altered sort of version of Angel. This fragrance isn’t as heavy and actually has a much cleaner fragrance. It’s pretty sweet, with notes such as: vanilla, honey, caramel, coconut, strawberry.

That sweetness is paired with a slightly smoky creaminess and some underlying floral notes. Very interesting take on this sort of perfume.

Again, not identical, but gives you great value for the price and a decent approximation of Angel.