There are brands that are a treat. And there are brands that become a full-on obsession. Bvlgari, for me, clearly falls into the second category. Ever since I started exploring luxury perfumery, there’s always been at least one Bvlgari bottle on my wish list. The problem, as we all know, is that those bottles come with a price tag that makes you think twice. So today I’m sharing the best Bvlgari perfumes for women \u2014 and, most importantly, their DIVAIN equivalent so you can wear them without breaking the bank. Spoiler: my nose doesn’t lie. \ud83d\udc95<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Bvlgari started life as a Roman jeweller in 1884. When in 1992 they entered the world of women’s fragrances, nobody expected the Omnia collection to become a phenomenon. But it did. Their women’s fragrances stand out for something very few houses manage: the ability to be elegant and approachable at the same time. These aren’t intimidating perfumes like some Chanel or Tom Ford. They’re fragrances that wrap around you, that tell stories of Mediterranean summers, oriental evenings and high-voltage flowers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is the best-seller of the women’s collection. And it makes complete sense. Omnia Crystalline smells of cleanliness, transparency, that freshness we all want to wear every day. In the opening, bamboo and pear give you a light, fruity start. The heart of lotus flower, cassia and tea carries it into a beautiful aquatic floral territory. The base of musk, gaiac wood and oakmoss is soft and long-lasting. It holds well on skin and leaves a discreet sillage that never overwhelms. For the woman who wants to smell elegant without any fuss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
DIVAIN dupe:<\/strong> DIVAIN-083<\/strong><\/a> \u2014 Very close to Omnia Crystalline by Bvlgari. That crystalline aquatic floral that feels like fresh water on skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If Omnia Crystalline is daytime, Jasmin Noir is the most seductive of nights. This oriental floral from 2008 is an olfactory bomb \u2014 and I’m warning you now: you’ll either love it or find it too much. It opens with gardenia and green notes that reel you in. The heart of sambac jasmine and almond accords is hypnotic. And the base of patchouli, amber, tonka bean and liquorice becomes a second skin that lasts for hours. For winter nights and those special occasions when you want to leave a lasting impression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n DIVAIN dupe:<\/strong> DIVAIN-125<\/strong><\/a> \u2014 Reminiscent of Jasmin Noir by Bvlgari. The darker, more sensual side of the collection, at a very reasonable price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is the one I reach for in spring. Omnia Coral is a celebration of sunny days: its opening of bergamot and goji berries is fresh and vibrantly fruity. The heart of pomegranate, water lily, hibiscus and cayenne adds an unexpected tropical twist that’s utterly charming. The base of cedar and musk grounds it without losing the thread. Light, feminine, perfect for warm weather. The kind that makes people stop you to ask what you’re wearing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n DIVAIN dupe:<\/strong> DIVAIN-177<\/strong><\/a> \u2014 Very close to Omnia Coral by Bvlgari. A joyful, fruity alternative perfect for spring and summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The original of the Omnia collection, and the most spiced of them all. Omnia is a sweet, captivating fragrance with a very pronounced oriental character. Its opening notes of pepper, cardamom, ginger, saffron and cinnamon are a festival of spice that envelops you entirely. The heart of chai tea and almonds is unlike anything else. And the base of tonka bean, sandalwood and white chocolate accord is one of the most deliciously addictive I’ve ever smelled. For the colder months and romantic evenings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n DIVAIN dupe:<\/strong> DIVAIN-525<\/strong><\/a> \u2014 Reminiscent of Omnia by Bvlgari. If you love spiced and gourmand, this is your winter dupe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For those who can’t live without a truly elevated floral, Rose Essentielle is Bvlgari’s answer. Launched in 2006 by Beatrice Piquet, it opens with rose, violet and blackberry \u2014 a beautiful fruity floral start. The heart is pure luxury: Taif rose, mimosa and jasmine. And the base of musk, sandalwood, patchouli and gaiac wood makes it long-lasting and sophisticated. A proper floral \u2014 nothing simplistic about it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n DIVAIN dupe:<\/strong> DIVAIN-777<\/strong><\/a> \u2014 Very close to Rose Essentielle by Bvlgari. The classy floral for those who know what they want.<\/p>\n\n\n\nBvlgari Jasmin Noir \u2014 Dark sensuality<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Bvlgari Omnia Coral \u2014 Joy in its purest form<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Bvlgari Omnia \u2014 The spiced oriental<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Bvlgari Rose Essentielle \u2014 The most elegant floral<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Summary table: Bvlgari women’s fragrances vs DIVAIN dupes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n