Escentric Molecules Escentric 03: released in 2010, woody, fresh spicy and citrus, about 6h on skin, projection 7/10, sillage 4/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest Escentric Molecules Escentric 03 dupe we found is Lalique Encre Noire — 86% match, about $45 (estimate) versus about $65 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best Escentric Molecules Escentric 03 dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs Escentric Molecules Escentric 03 | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lalique Encre Noire | 86% | about $45* (−31%) | 6h vs 6h | 7/10 |
| 2 | Proraso Cypress & Vetiver | 77% | about $20* (−69%) | 4h vs 6h | 5/10 |
| 3 | Kenzo Homme Boisee | 78% | about $55 (−15%) | 6h vs 6h | 6/10 |
| 4 | Bentley Wild Vetiver | 76% | about $35 (−46%) | 6h vs 6h | 6/10 |
| 5 | Zara Vetiver | 80% | about $20* (−69%) | 4h vs 6h | 5/10 |
Evokes the earthy vetiver-heavy character of Escentric Molecules Escentric 03, leaning into a darker, moodier woodiness.
It shares its woody, aromatic and earthy accords with Escentric Molecules Escentric 03, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 24,523 community ratings.
Combines crisp cypress and earthy vetiver in a way that feels reminiscent of Escentric 03 at a fraction of the cost.
It shares its woody, aromatic and fresh spicy accords with Escentric Molecules Escentric 03, lasts about 4h against 6h and carries 188 community ratings.
Presents a polished woody vetiver experience sharing similar aromatic territory with Escentric 03.
It shares its woody, aromatic and citrus accords with Escentric Molecules Escentric 03, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 86 community ratings.
Focuses on a woody, spicy presentation that parallels the aromatic depth of Escentric 03.
It shares its aromatic, fresh spicy and woody accords with Escentric Molecules Escentric 03, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 886 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.
Delivers a clean, green vetiver impression that sits comfortably in the same aromatic family as Escentric 03.
It shares its aromatic, woody and earthy accords with Escentric Molecules Escentric 03, lasts about 4h against 6h and carries 43 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.
Proraso Cypress & Vetiver, at about $20 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 70% less than Escentric Molecules Escentric 03.
Lalique Encre Noire, at about 6h on skin, against about 6h for Escentric Molecules Escentric 03.
Lalique Encre Noire, at 86% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
Escentric Molecules Escentric 03 itself sells from €85 (30 ml) at partnered retailers.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Lalique Encre Noire saves you about $30 a year against Escentric Molecules Escentric 03. Assumes 100 ml bottles on both sides; prices are estimates.
Across 2,358 originals, the median designer bottle is $120 and its closest match $30 — the Dupe Report 2026.
On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Lalique Encre Noire comes closest at 6.2h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.
Escentric Molecules Escentric 03 notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-09-27.