First off, lemme tell ya, finding a perfect match is like finding a unicorn that poops gold. It’s tough. But not impossible!
So, based on what I’ve been digging up (and trust me, the internet rabbit hole is deep), for the *men’s* Villain, some people are saying it’s kinda close to Versace Blue Jeans. Now, I haven’t smelled them side-by-side myself, so take that with a grain of salt, okay? Your mileage may vary. But if you’re looking for something aromatic and fougere-y, Versace Blue Jeans might be worth a sniff. Plus, it’s probably easier to find than a bottle of actual Villain these days!
Now, for the *women’s* Villain… that’s where it gets trickier. I’ve seen a lot of heartbreak online about it being discontinued and the price hikes. People are *seriously* bummed. It’s like losing your favorite band tee, ya know?
Honestly, I haven’t seen a super definitive, universally agreed-upon dupe for the women’s version. It seems like folks are still searching. Which is kinda annoying, TBH. Like, come on, perfume industry, throw us a bone here!
My personal (and maybe not-so-helpful) opinion? Maybe instead of trying to find an *exact* dupe, you could look for something in the same vibe? Like, if you liked the floral-fruity thing going on, maybe explore other similar scents? Brands like Bath & Body Works sometimes have surprisingly good dupes-ish scents, though they might not have the same longevity. Or, heck, check out some indie perfumers. They often do killer interpretations of popular scents!
But yeah, the *exact* Ed Hardy Villain for Women dupe? Still a mystery, sadly.
