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Replica By the Fireplace Eau de Toilette
A cozy smoky-sweet chestnut and vanilla scent that nails its winter-fireplace theme, at a luxury price for an eau de toilette.
7.3
Good
Scent score
#3 of 6 fragrance
Community
—/10
- Strength
- Eau de toilette
- Size
- 3.4 fl oz
- Price per oz
- $50.27 / oz
- Price tier
- Luxury
Last reviewed November 2, 2026 by our editors · How we score
The verdict
A cozy smoky-sweet chestnut and vanilla scent that nails its winter-fireplace theme, at a luxury price for an eau de toilette.
Replica By the Fireplace recreates a winter evening by a crackling fire: pink pepper, orange flower and clove open onto a chestnut accord with guaiac wood and cade oil, settling into vanilla, Peru balsam and cashmeran. It is one of the most popular Replica scents and a frequent cold-weather recommendation for all genders. Fans love its smoky, sweet coziness, but the campfire smoke is polarizing, longevity reports vary, and $170 for 100 ml of eau de toilette is steep.
Best for
- Cold-weather and holiday wear
- Fans of smoky gourmands and woods
- Anyone wanting a unisex cozy signature scent
What we love
- Distinctive smoky chestnut, clove and vanilla accord that matches its theme
- Unisex and cozy for fall and winter
- Layers well with other gourmand and woody scents
- One of the most recognized Replica fragrances
Worth knowing
- $170 for 100 ml of eau de toilette is steep
- Smoky campfire note is polarizing; some liken it to a barbecue
- Longevity varies widely between wearers
- Too warm and smoky for hot weather
How it scored
The breakdown.
Five factors, weighted for fragrance. Here’s our working.
7.3Good
Scent score out of 10. Brands can’t pay for placement — ever.
- Scent quality30%8.4
A vivid smoky chestnut, clove and vanilla accord that many Reddit Replica fans rank among their favorites, though some find the smoke too literal.
- Longevity & projection25%6.8
Reports are split: some wearers say it turns to almost nothing quickly, while others find a single spray lingers for days.
- Versatility10%6.0
Worn by all genders and cozy, but its heavy smoke suits fall and winter evenings far better than heat, offices or close quarters.
- Value20%5.8
$170 for 100 ml of eau de toilette is expensive, and Reddit users point to cheaper inspired-by alternatives such as Dossier and Finery versions.
- Community love15%8.5
A long-running cold-weather favorite with heavy creator coverage and frequent Reddit recommendations, balanced by a vocal group who dislike the smoke.
The scent
How it smells.
Top notes · The first 15 minutes
Pink Pepper · Orange Flower Absolute · Clove Oil
Heart notes · The next few hours
Chestnut Accord · Gaiac Wood Oil · Cade Oil
Base notes · What lingers on skin
Vanilla Accord · Peru Balsam Resinoid · Cashmeran
Woody ambery: warm, smoky and sweet, with roasted chestnut, clove and vanilla
Concentration
Eau de toilette
Format
Eau de toilette
Size
3.4 fl oz / 100 ml
How to use
Spray on pulse points; best suited to cool weather.
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What people say
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5 verbatim quotes · 2 positive · 3 critical
r/PerfumesPositive
By the Fireplace is gorgeous. Sexy, comforting, and luxurious all at once.
r/PerfumesPositive
I def recommend trying Replica By the Fireplace, it's smoky, cinnamon/clove-y, and gourmand. I had buyer's remorse at first bc of the smoke, but I look forward to wearing it every fall/winter now!
r/PerfumesCritical
By the Fireplace is a backyard BBQ and I can't get past it
r/fragranceCritical
I actually like it in the bottle, but it is SO SO strong on me it feels unwearable. It is like I'm a walking fireplace and not a redeeming sweet note to be found while wearing it unfortunately.
r/PerfumesCritical
By the fireplace smells burnt and then nothing.
Price & value
Is it worth it?
Typical price
$170
for 3.4 fl oz / 100 ml
Per ounce
$50.27
DrugstoreMid-rangePrestigeLuxury
About 8% more per ounce than the typical fragrance we review. Our value score: 5.8/10 for a luxury pick.
Price checked November 2026 at a non-Amazon retailer. Prices change — retailers show the current one.
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FAQ
Good questions.
What does By the Fireplace smell like?
Maison Margiela lists pink pepper, orange flower absolute and clove oil on top, a chestnut accord with gaïac wood and cade oil in the heart, and vanilla, Peru balsam and cashmeran in the base. It smells like roasted chestnuts and a wood fire with sweet vanilla.
Is By the Fireplace for men or women?
It is part of the unisex Replica line, and the brand describes it as a warm, woody and sweet scent rather than assigning a gender.
When is the best time to wear By the Fireplace?
Its theme and warm, smoky profile make it best suited to fall and winter, especially evenings.
Is it an eau de parfum?
No. Maison Margiela lists the concentration as eau de toilette.
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