Great — here are reputable, budget-friendly “designer‑inspired” perfume options you can buy in Australia, with what they’re commonly compared to, rough prices, and where to find them.

Top picks (budget-friendly dupes available in Australia)

• Zara (Zara store / Zara online)

  • Why: Zara’s fragrance line contains many TikTok- and press‑reported dupes (e.g., Red Temptation ≈ Baccarat Rouge 540; Gardenia ≈ YSL Black Opium; Ebony Wood ≈ Jo Malone Wood Sage & Sea Salt). Very affordable, usually AUD ~25–60. Available in Zara stores and online across Australia. (bondibeauty.com.au)

• Dossier (designer‑inspired direct‑to‑consumer brand; has AU store)

  • Why: Sells single‑note/dupe fragrances (e.g., Baccarat Rouge, Le Labo Santal, Tom Ford Lost Cherry inspirations) made in Grasse; priced around A$34–40 per bottle on the Australian site with bundle/discount options and free shipping thresholds. Good quality for the price and targeted specifically as “inspired by” scents. (trydossier.com.au)

• La Rive (widely stocked mass‑market brand in Australia)

  • Why: European house that produces many affordable perfumes that shoppers use as dupes for various designers; widely available from retailers like Big W, Harvey Norman, MyDeal, etc., at low prices (often A$15–80 depending on size and seller). Good for very budget-conscious buying and large bottles. (bigw.com.au)

• Chemist Warehouse / mainstream celebrity and mass brands

  • Why: Retailers like Chemist Warehouse stock low‑cost designer classics and celebrity fragrances that are often compared to expensive originals (e.g., Ariana Grande Cloud ≈ Baccarat Rouge 540, or local affordable alternatives). Prices are typically very low (often under A$50). Useful for quick, cheap dupes. (mamamia.com.au)

• Selected value houses with specific “dupes” available in AU (online marketplaces / indie sellers)

  • Examples: Armaf (Club de Nuit Intense Man — Creed Aventus style), Lattafa, and some Middle Eastern/Eastern European lines — often sold via Adore Beauty, Amazon AU, eBay AU, or local perfume wholesalers. Prices vary but are usually much cheaper than the high-end originals. (Availability depends on the seller; check local listings for current stock and delivery). (teenvogue.com)

How to choose the best one for you (quick tips)

• Try in person when you can: Zara and many chemists let you test samples; scent perception varies by skin chemistry.
• Start with small sizes or samples: many online sellers (and Dossier) offer decants or trial sizes so you can test durability and similarity before committing to a full bottle.
• Check return/shipping policies: imported budget houses sometimes have longer delivery times to Australia — prefer local stock when you need faster delivery or easier returns.
• Consider longevity vs. scent match: cheaper alternatives may capture the character of a designer scent but sometimes fade sooner; layering (body lotion, hair mist) helps.

Where to shop (Australia)

• Zara (in‑store & Zara.com/au) — for the cheapest, on‑trend dupes. (elle.com.au)
• Dossier AU (trydossier.com.au) — direct‑to‑consumer designer‑inspired range with AU pricing. (trydossier.com.au)
• Chemist Warehouse / Priceline / Adore Beauty — mainstream affordable bottles and celebrity scents. (mamamia.com.au)
• Big W, Harvey Norman, MyDeal, local perfume wholesalers — for La Rive and other mass‑market brands. (bigw.com.au)
• Marketplaces: eBay AU, Amazon AU, local perfume shops — for Armaf, Lattafa and other affordable houses (check seller ratings).

If you’d like, I can:

• Make a short tailored list (e.g., 8 exact bottles + links to where to buy in Australia) for a specific designer scent you want to mimic (Baccarat Rouge 540, Aventus, Black Opium, etc.).
• Suggest sample/test strategies or reputable Australian sellers for trial sizes.

Which designer(s) are you trying to match (or what vibe do you want — fresh, gourmand, woody, floral)? I can give a precise shortlist next.