Best Purple Mantra by Room 1015 Alternatives & Similar Perfumes
Purple Mantra blends aromatic lavender and clary sage with spicy pink pepper, supported by floral freesia and jasmine, and deepened by resinous incense and myrrh. Orris root adds a powdery nuance, while ambroxan and musk provide a warm, sensual base. This fragrance offers a balanced aromatic experience with fresh, spicy, floral, and smoky elements. Those seeking scents in this vein should focus on combinations of aromatic herbs with spicy and resinous undertones.
Lilac Wine by Art Meets Art £110.00
- Key notes:
- cedarwood
- clary sage
- lavender
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
Perfumer: Frank Voelkl translated this captivating and romantic jazz piece with Jeff Buckley's interpretation in mind.
Provence by Nissaba £150.00
- Key notes:
- clary sage
- fougere
- hyssop
- lavender
- pepper
- spearmint
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
- woody
A rich, aromatic bouquet with a modern Provençal twist — this contemporary fougère blends spicy, herbal and green notes into a sophisticated accord. The crisp freshness gently gives way to warm, woody depths, creating an evolving scent that lingers with elegance. Featuring ultra-premium “Diva lavender”, this elevated lavender sings out alongside fellow Provençal ingredients — fruity-earthy clary sage and lemony-minty hyssop — to reveal its distinctive character.
Berbera by Nissaba £150.00
- Key notes:
- black pepper
- elemi
- incense
- myrrh
- pink pepper
- smoke
- Aromagroups:
- spicy
- woody
The finest gum extracts from Somaliland — frankincense, myrrh and opoponax — combine in this resinous and sophisticated scent. Berbera is a powerful woody amber suitable for layering, as is common in the Middle East, as well as a standalone manifesto. Opoponax brings nuances of leather and old wood, myrrh swirls in a cola note, and frankincense soars high and dry. A charred-around-the-edges fragrance to uplift your soul and deepen your mystique.
Vanille Mafonja by Reserve en Afrique 1934 £150.00
- Key notes:
- amber
- incense
- myrrh
- pink pepper
- sea salt
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- edible
- spicy
- woody
This fragrance is a tribute to the beauty of Madagascan vanilla — one of the finest vanillas in the world. Mafonja means “intense” (as in power or strength) in Malagasy.
It opens with a breath of fleur de sel, evoking salt-kissed skin. A soft heat follows, as cinnamon, pink pepper (Mauritius), and nutmeg wrap the senses in warmth. Ylang-ylang (Comoros) lends a creamy, luminous floral note. As the scent deepens, a darker story unfolds: resinous myrrh (Somalia) and olibanum (Somalia) melt into dark amber.
Réserve en Afrique eaux de parfum feature responsibly sourced naturals, and are free from parabens, phthalates, UV filters and colorants. Their natural alcohol base is derived from beetroots, and they are a PETA-listed vegan & cruelty-free brand.
Kajal III by Kajal £195.00
- Key notes:
- ambroxan
- grapefruit
- lavender
- lemon
- neroli
- rosemary
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
- citrusy
Symbolically, three is a powerful number which represents the wholeness of a completed cycle — the past, the present, the future. We are not defined by our hardships, but by how we confront them: the discipline of optimism, the courage of resolve. Kajal III, with its burst of ginger and citrus anchored by cleansing lavender and enfolding amber, has been created to honor all forms of determination and fortitude.
Perfumer: Kevin Mathis
Squid by Zoologist £200.00
- Key notes:
- benzoin
- incense
- musk
- pink pepper
- Aromagroups:
- marine
- unconventional
This deep and dark aquatic perfume takes you from the salty warmth of beach pebbles straight into the whispering waves, and eventually down to the inky fathoms inhabited by giant squids. Feel the caress of tentacles of incense — initially menacing, ultimately comforting.
Oblivion by Circle of Lim £110.00
- Key notes:
- cedarwood
- lavender
- orris (iris root)
- sandalwood
- yuzu
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
- vintage/old school
The tart sweetness of bergamot and yuzu is the pale moon rising over a landscape of aromatic lavender and silky sandalwood. The sharpness of cedarwood begins to subtly assert itself, underscored by a violet echo of orris, inviting you into a realm of serene oblivion.
Seychelles Breeze by Sly John's Lab £85.00
- Key notes:
- ambroxan
- freesia
- green grass
- heliotrope
- orange blossom
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- green
- transparent
Perfumer: Frank Voelkl
The charismatic and dashing French sailor steps from his sailboat, the late afternoon breeze ruffles his hair. The atmosphere is warm and salty. With graceful haste he seeks refined refreshment on a beautifully manicured lawn. Suave and impressive. With notes of green grass, sweet freesia and musk.
702 Encens Privé by Bon Parfumeur £55.00
- Key notes:
- cashmeran
- incense
- lavender
- peru balm
- Aromagroups:
- woody
Bon Parfumeur add another tome on their shelf of fresh crisp woody genre.
702 is a mix of rich incense balanced with earthy bitter sweet freshness of lavender.
PS: Bon Parfumeur chose a magnificent quality of lavender from the South of France, produced by IFF-LMR. This supreme olfactory quality makes all the difference.
ARA(GON) by Mallo £220.00
- Key notes:
- coumarin
- cumin
- incense
- lavender
- oakmoss
- thyme
- wormwood
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
- leather
- vintage/old school
Aragon is an olfactory tribute to the Aragon region of Spain, the birthplace of Mallo. A unique aromatic fougere, the scent showcases local aromatic plant extracts from cypress, basil, thyme, rosemary and artemisia. Added to this busy mix is the pipirigallo flower, exclusive to the region. The scent is rounded off by mossy, resinous elements for a warm, enveloping feel.
About Purple Mantra by Room 1015
- How does Purple Mantra compare to the fragrances listed here?
- Purple Mantra combines aromatic lavender and clary sage with spicy pink pepper, floral notes, and a resinous, smoky base of incense and myrrh. The fragrances listed share some of these elements but vary in balance, with some emphasising fresh herbal notes, others smoky resins or powdery florals. None replicate the exact complexity of Purple Mantra but offer related aromatic profiles.
- What should I look for if I want a scent with a similar smoky incense note?
- Fragrances like Berbera, Vanille Mafonja, 702 Encens Privé, and ARA(GON) highlight incense prominently, often combined with myrrh or resinous spices. These options focus more on smoky and resinous qualities than fresh or floral notes.
- Which fragrances here are the freshest in character?
- Provence, Seychelles Breeze, Oblivion, and Lavande lean towards fresh and clean aromatic profiles. They incorporate notes like lavender, freesia, or green grass and generally lack the deeper smoky or sweet elements found in Purple Mantra.









