Initio
Paragon
A luminous citrus opening melts into creamy jasmine and orris before surrendering to smoky oud and sensual musk
Top Notes
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Base Notes
Accords
Best Clone
The best clone of Initio Paragon is Paradigm by Fragrance World, with a 82% accuracy score. A fraction of the cost of the $295 original.
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Best Occasions
3 Clones Found
Fragrance World
Paradigm
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Price
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Longevity
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Sillage
Paradigm tends to have marginally shorter longevity (5-6 hours vs 7-8 hours for Paragon) and a slightly less prominent oud in the base. The sillage is comparable, though the original projects with slightly more intensity during the opening phase.
Lattafa
Al Nashama
$20
FragranceShop
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Longevity
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Sillage
Al Nashama has slightly shorter longevity (5-6 hours vs 8+ hours) and a warmer, heavier projection compared to Paragon's cooler, more ethereal character. The ambroxan prominence is comparable, but the clone's oud base feels more prominent and less balanced against the floral heart.
Lattafa
Vintage Radio
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Price
6-8 hours
Longevity
Moderate to Strong
Sillage
Vintage Radio has shorter longevity (5-6 hours vs 8+ hours) and slightly softer sillage. The heart notes are less refined, and the base leans warmer/sweeter rather than maintaining Paragon's sophisticated woody-amber profile.