Fragrance Structures of Iconic Perfume Brands: Can You Duplicate Them?

Fragrance Structures of Iconic Perfume Brands: Can You Duplicate Them?

Top-selling perfumes aren’t just about scent — they’re about structure. Behind every Dior, Chanel, or Lattafa fragrance 

lies a carefully designed olfactory architecture. Understanding this structure is the first step toward duplication.

① Fragrance pyramid: Top, Middle, Base

Iconic perfumes typically follow a fragrance pyramid structure:
- Top notes: Fresh and light, these create the first impression (e.g., citrus, bergamot, fruity accords).
- Middle notes: The heart of the perfume, often floral, spicy, or aromatic (e.g., rose, lavender, saffron).
- Base notes: Provide longevity and depth (e.g., musk, amber, sandalwood).

② Balance and transition between layers

What sets luxury perfumes apart is not just the ingredients, but the smooth transitions between each

layer. This balance ensures the scent evolves beautifully on the skin.

③ Duplication: Science meets artistry

Using GC-MS analysis, fragrance manufacturers can identify and replicate many components. However,

duplicating a scent is not always a 1:1 process:
- Natural ingredients may vary based on source and season.
- Patented aroma molecules can't be legally copied.
- Creative interpretation is often needed to preserve the soul of the fragrance.

Can your brand do it?

With the right partner, yes. At Leuxscent, we’ve helped brands recreate the signature structures of

best-selling perfumes — from mass-market classics to niche sensations. Our duplication process

blends scientific analysis with creative adaptation.