Short answer: Pricey from D&E Fragrances is our Extrait de Parfum take on Paco Rabanne One Million Black, a full 50ml for £19.99 in The Vault, while the original is listed at around £49 for just 30ml. Shop Pricey here.
- Smells like: juicy pineapple and blood orange over creamy vanilla, coconut and tonka.
- Best for: evenings, nights out and cooler weather.
- Honest note: it is our own interpretation, not an exact copy.
One Million Black is one of the newer additions to the Rabanne One Million family, and it has a lot of people talking. It is sweet, warm and gourmand, and like most designer releases it is not cheap. If you love the style, you may want a more affordable way to wear it.
What does One Million Black actually smell like?
According to Harrods and other retailers, One Million Black opens with roasted pineapple, blood orange and cardamom. The heart brings vanilla and coconut accords with clary sage, and the base rests on ebony wood, patchouli and tonka bean. The overall feel is sweet, creamy and amber, with a woody edge underneath.
Why people look for a One Million Black dupe
Price is the main reason. Escentual lists the original at £49 for a 30ml bottle, which works out at roughly £163 per 100ml, and larger sizes cost more. It has also shown as sold out at several retailers. A dupe lets you enjoy the same sweet, gourmand style without the premium price.
| Paco Rabanne One Million Black | Pricey (D&E) | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Around £49 for 30ml | £19.99 for 50ml |
| Style | Sweet, amber, gourmand | Sweet amber gourmand in the same style |
| Format | Eau de Parfum | Extrait de Parfum |
| Sizes | 30ml and larger | 50ml only (The Vault) |
Introducing Pricey
Pricey is our own composition, inspired by the style of One Million Black. It opens with pineapple, blood orange and cardamom, moves into a vanilla and coconut heart, and finishes with ebony wood, patchouli and tonka bean. It is part of The Vault, our limited selection of 50ml bottles at one special price. Try Pricey for £19.99.
Being upfront about the comparison
Pricey is not an exact clone, and we do not claim it is. It follows the same sweet, gourmand direction, but it is our own blend, so there will be differences in detail and character. Because The Vault is limited stock, we suggest picking one up while it is available.
Longevity and projection
As an Extrait de Parfum, Pricey has a higher concentration of fragrance oils, and most people can expect around 8-10+ hours of wear. It depends on skin type and weather, and sweet gourmand scents often feel richer in cooler months.
The verdict
If you want the sweet, creamy, pineapple and vanilla style of One Million Black at a much lower price, Pricey is worth a try. Shop Pricey now while stock lasts.
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Pricey is our own original composition, inspired by the fragrance family that One Million Black belongs to. It is not an exact replica. Paco Rabanne and One Million Black are registered trademarks of their owners; D&E Fragrances is not affiliated with or endorsed by them.
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