Marks & Spencer Relax dupe — cheaper alternatives

Marks & Spencer Relax: released in 2024, lavender, aromatic and soft spicy, about 5h on skin, projection 5/10, sillage 3/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Marks & Spencer Relax dupe?

The closest Marks & Spencer Relax dupe we found is Yardley English Lavender — 82% match, about $20 (estimate) versus about $15 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best Marks & Spencer Relax dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:

How the 5 picks compare on match, price and performance. Prices are estimates for a 100 ml bottle, not live retailer prices.
#AlternativeScent matchEst. price (100 ml)Longevity vs Marks & Spencer RelaxProjection
1Yardley English Lavender82%about $20 (+33%)4h vs 5h4/10
24711 Acqua Colonia Lavender & Thyme80%about $154h vs 5h5/10
3Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Lavender78%about $154h vs 5h6/10
4Durance en Provence Lavender80%about $155h vs 5h3/10
5Demeter Fragrance Lavender77%about $25 (+67%)3h vs 5h3/10
  1. Yardley English Lavender — 82% scent match

    A classic, clean lavender scent that captures the aromatic and herbal essence of the reference with a timeless, soothing quality.

    It shares its aromatic, lavender and fresh spicy accords with Marks & Spencer Relax, lasts about 4h against 5h and carries 517 community ratings.

  2. 4711 Acqua Colonia Lavender & Thyme — 80% scent match

    A bright and refreshing aromatic blend that shares the clean, herbal lavender focus of the reference perfume.

    It shares its aromatic, lavender and fresh spicy accords with Marks & Spencer Relax, lasts about 4h against 5h and carries 176 community ratings.

  3. Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Lavender — 78% scent match

    This scent provides a soft, aromatic lavender experience that feels light and approachable, similar to the relaxing vibe of the reference.

    It shares its lavender, aromatic and fresh spicy accords with Marks & Spencer Relax, lasts about 4h against 5h and carries 1,339 community ratings.

  4. Durance en Provence Lavender — 80% scent match

    This option leans into the woody and herbal facets of lavender, creating a calming atmosphere reminiscent of the reference.

    It shares its lavender, aromatic and fresh spicy accords with Marks & Spencer Relax, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 7 community ratings.

  5. Demeter Fragrance Lavender — 77% scent match

    A straightforward and honest interpretation of lavender that aligns well with the aromatic and herbal notes of the reference.

    It shares its lavender, aromatic and fresh spicy accords with Marks & Spencer Relax, lasts about 3h against 5h and carries 98 community ratings.

Which Marks & Spencer Relax dupe is cheapest?

Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Lavender, at about $15 for 100 ml (estimate).

Which Marks & Spencer Relax dupe lasts longest?

Durance en Provence Lavender, at about 5h on skin, against about 5h for Marks & Spencer Relax.

Which Marks & Spencer Relax dupe is closest to the original?

Yardley English Lavender, at 82% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a Marks & Spencer Relax dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Yardley English Lavender actually costs about $5 a year MORE than Marks & Spencer Relax. Both priced at 100 ml; prices are estimates.

Across 2,358 originals, the median designer bottle is $120 and its closest match $30 — the Dupe Report 2026.

Will a Marks & Spencer Relax dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Durance en Provence Lavender comes closest at 5.0h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

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Updated 2026-10-31.