Inspired by the haptic qualities of velvet and red wine, Chateau de Velours is a-swirl with red fruits. Raspberry, blackcurrant and wild strawberry blur their berry best with the boozy plumminess of davana. Honey and chocolate imbue this eau de parfum with animalic sweetness. Oakmoss and patchouli suggest the subtle earthiness of Pinot Noir, without interrupting the smoothness.
Best Alien Pulp by Mugler Alternatives & Similar Perfumes
Alien Pulp by Mugler is a floral fruity fragrance blending juicy raspberry and bright citrus notes such as lemon peel and mandarin with a rich heart of jasmine. Its base combines musk, vanillin, and cashmeran for a creamy, slightly woody finish. Those drawn to a vibrant, fruity-floral character with a warm, musky undertone will find elements to explore in fragrances that echo its key accords.
Suavis Corium by Aura Eximia £179.17
- Key notes:
- birch
- honeysuckle
- orange
- raspberry
- thyme
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
- leather
- vintage/old school
Dark and magnetic, Suavis Corium (Latin for “soft leather”) is a scent built on tension — beauty vs danger, control vs chaos. The opening is provocative: vintage medicine…olives…WD-40. The illusion is created by a clash of black pepper and red berries, leavened with juicy pear smoky Siberian birch. As it unfolds, wild honeysuckle and lily of the valley bloom over dry hay and red thyme, evoking sun-scorched fields and untamed energy. The base strikes with elemental force: Guaiacwood from Paraguay smolders alongside moss and Indonesian patchouli. Smoky, earthy, animalic, it moves with silent force.
Iris Poulsard by Danner & Flemming £233.33
- Key notes:
- cardamom
- cinnamon
- cocoa
- mandarin
- orris (iris root)
- raspberry
- Aromagroups:
- vintage/old school
- woody
Named after a very old native red grape variety from the French Jura, this sophisticated gourmand iris is built on an exceptionally high concentration of Bavarian iris germanica. This iris glows with woody and fruity-floral notes — and hints of cocoa and coffee. The effect is enhanced with essential oils of cedar wood, green mandarin and cinnamon absolute, resulting in a luxury treat that feels indulgent and comforting at the same time.
Perfumer: Antoinie Lie
- Key notes:
- cashmeran
- gaiac / guaiac wood
- powdery notes
- raspberry
- Aromagroups:
- unconventional
- woody
SPECIAL EDITION IS NO LONGER IN PRODUCTION
The same perfume is available in the regular/standard packaging: Cockatiel.
Perfumer: Sven Pritzkoleit
Australian spring arrives, bearing dazzling frocks of yellow blossoms to dress the bare golden wattle trees. Clouds of sweet honeyed fragrance, caught upon the breeze, carry an invitation inland, where a flock of cockatiels happily take up the celebration. Emerging from dusty nests, the birds are ready to preen and prance. On a wobbly stage of branches, vivid crests bop to the rhythm of their joyous songs. After a final encore, the flock takes flight. Alighting in a nearby field they share a delightful brunch, buzzing with the thrill of their stunning recital.
Zoologist Cockatiel exudes joy. A sunny burst of yellow acacia offers a friendly welcome. Dots of raspberry and tart rhubarb suggest a hint of mischief, like a pair of rosy cheeks beneath a golden plume. Finally, soft notes of musk and vanilla enfold the vibrant Cockatiel, like downy feathers cushioning the brashness of this cheeky bird.
Zoologist Cockatiel was formerly known as “Powder and Dust”, a perfume created by Sven Pritzkoleit, published under his own brand, SP Parfums. The creative director of the scent was Yana Lysenko. This perfume won the 2019 Arts and Olfaction Awards under the Artisan category. In 2020, Sven closed his perfume business and sold the formula of Powder and Dust to Zoologist to continue its legacy.
Bo-Bo by CARNER £125.00
- Key notes:
- jasmine
- musk
- orange blossom
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- floral
- transparent
- woody
Bo-Bo is named after a Spanish folk dance.
This perfume is a beautiful harmony of fresh which is carefully put together from the citrus bliss of mandarin, shy bitter-green of lily-of-the-valey, soft orange blossom and dry vetiver.
Teint De Neige (Extrait) by Lorenzo Villoresi £312.50
- Key notes:
- jasmine
- musk
- powdery nuance
- rose
- tonka beans
- ylang-ylang
- Aromagroups:
- vintage/old school
- woody
The soft, gentle, enveloping fragrance of Teint de Neige in its most concentrated version. Recalling images and atmosphere of the belle-époque, with sweet and powdery notes of jasmine, rose, ylang-ylang on a base of musk, tonka beans and heliotrope.
Yawahada (Soft skin) by J-Scent £101.67
- Key notes:
- jasmine
- musk
- powdery notes
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- woody
Yawahada is a perfume that triggers the unconscious, a sensual scent inspired by Yasunari Kawabataʼs novel, "The House of the Sleeping Beauties" A milky cloud of pear and rice powder float the warming base of amber and sandalwood enticingly around you — and around anyone else in your orbit.
Cashmere Beige by MINT £141.67
- Key notes:
- mandarin
- musk
- petrichor
- tonka beans
- violet
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- transparent
- unconventional
Purple line
Perfumer: Karine Vinchon
A beautiful floral abstraction, sheer delight for the olfactive imagination: is it a lilac, or spicy carnation or all the aromas of many humble meadow flowers mixed in the spring rain?
The shady cool and crisp orris (made very dry with cedar and tonka) offers a floral riddle which every nose solves in his or her own way.
A Masquerade by Plowden & Fallow £90.00
- Key notes:
- leather
- oud
- raspberry
- rum
- tuberose
- Aromagroups:
- fruity
- green
Noblemen becoming highwaymen, women becoming men, Englishmen becoming Arabs and prostitutes becoming clergy. Here is a gathering of misfits, the rich, famous and infamous all shrouded in drapery of varying deception as one steps into another world for an evening of flirtation, posturing and risqué conduct.
An elixir to give oneself airs of grandeur and mystique. A complex silky composition, comprised of ambrée and chypre fragrant qualities, A Masquerade is an exquisite companion for social occasions and long evenings, befitting those that seek an alluring presence.
Almaz by Kajal £145.83
- Key notes:
- blackcurrant
- heliotrope
- orris (iris root)
- powdery nuance
- raspberry
- rose
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- fruity
- green
Almaz, the Arabic word for diamonds, are renowned not only for their beauty, but also for their timelessness as they withstand millions of years of immense pressure in their formation. This EdP references the indestructible nature of diamonds with a powerful blackcurrant-led bouquet. Juiciness is enhanced with raspberry, while powdery heliotrope and musk add padding to the cushiony feel. The ambered base, redolent with vanilla and brown sugar, offsets blackcurrant’s tartness.
The jewelled bottle incorporates a poem composed by Elen Jeres Ayoub, portrayed in Eastern Kufic calligraphy. The words have been meticulously placed so that the vertical lines create eight zones on the bottle, representing the lunar phases in each lunar calendar month to represent the passage of time.
The seasons and their times
And pressures and their effects,
Bear Diamonds as their fruit.
-Elen Jeres Ayoub
Château de Velours by Insenf £104.17
- Key notes:
- dark chocolate
- raspberry
- wine
- Aromagroups:
- edible
- fruity
About Alien Pulp by Mugler
- How does Alien Pulp differ from these fragrances?
- Alien Pulp is a floral fruity fragrance combining citrus, raspberry, jasmine, and a warm musky base with cashmeran and vanillin. The listed fragrances share some of these notes but vary widely in their additional accords, ranging from spicy, powdery, leathery, to gourmand elements, offering different interpretations rather than exact matches.
- Which notes define Alien Pulp’s character?
- Key notes in Alien Pulp include raspberry, jasmine, mandarin, lemon peel, musk, cashmeran, and vanillin. The combination delivers a vibrant fruity-floral scent with a creamy, musky base and subtle woody undertones.
- Are these fragrances suitable for someone who likes fruity floral perfumes?
- Yes, all fragrances listed share at least one fruity or floral note with Alien Pulp, making them suitable options for those who appreciate fruity floral compositions. Each brings a unique twist in character through additional notes and accords.









