Few autumn fragrances are as instantly recognisable as Maison Margiela Replica By the Fireplace. Launched as part of the Replica collection, it captures the feeling of a crackling log fire on a cold evening, and it has become a seasonal favourite. At roughly £120 for a 100ml Eau de Toilette from UK retailers such as Cult Beauty, it is a real investment, which is why so many people search for a By the Fireplace dupe.
What does By the Fireplace actually smell like?
- Top: pink pepper, orange flower petals and clove oil
- Heart: chestnut accord, guaiac wood oil and cade oil
- Base: vanilla accord, Peru balsam and cashmeran
The result is warm, smoky and gently sweet, like roasted chestnuts beside a wood fire.
Why people look for a By the Fireplace dupe
It is a scent people reach for from October to February, so the cost of a full bottle adds up if you want to wear it often. A dupe lets you enjoy the same cosy smoky-vanilla style at a fraction of the price, and smaller sizes make it easy to try before committing to a bigger bottle.
Introducing Winter Warmer — Insp by Maison Martin Margiela By The Fireplace
Winter Warmer is D&E Fragrances' Extrait de Parfum take on the cosy fireside idea: warm woods, a smoky edge and a soft, sweet vanilla base. It is available in five sizes: 5ml sample £14.99, 15ml £19.99, 12ml oil roller £19.99, 30ml £34.99 and 50ml £44.95. It is best for autumn and winter evenings, bonfire nights and anyone who loves a comforting, gourmand-leaning scent.
Being upfront about the comparison
No inspired-by fragrance is an exact clone or replica of the original, and Winter Warmer is no exception. It is our own composition inspired by the fireside style, and it will smell similar in spirit rather than identical. Note too that the original is an Eau de Toilette, while ours is an Extrait de Parfum, so the concentration and feel will differ.
Longevity and projection
As an Extrait de Parfum, Winter Warmer has a higher fragrance concentration than an Eau de Toilette, so many people find it lasts well and sits close to the skin with a pleasant glow. Performance varies with skin type, climate and application, so we would not promise exact hours. Spraying onto moisturised skin helps.
The verdict
If you love the smoky chestnut-and-vanilla mood of By the Fireplace but not the price, Winter Warmer is an easy and affordable way to get that cosy feeling. Start with the 5ml sample at £14.99 if you want to try it first.
Shop Winter Warmer — Insp by Maison Martin Margiela By The Fireplace
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Maison Margiela and Replica By the Fireplace are registered trademarks of Maison Margiela. D&E Fragrances is an independent UK fragrance brand and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Maison Margiela. "Winter Warmer" is our own original composition, inspired by the popular fragrance family that By the Fireplace helped define.