Naomi Goodsir Iris Cendre dupe — cheaper alternatives

Naomi Goodsir Iris Cendre: released in 2015, amber, violet and powdery, about 6h on skin, projection 6/10, sillage 4/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Naomi Goodsir Iris Cendre dupe?

The closest Naomi Goodsir Iris Cendre dupe we found is Lalique Encre Noire A L'Extreme — 76% match, about $50 (estimate) versus about $240 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best Naomi Goodsir Iris Cendre 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; * size not listed, so assumed to be 100 ml.
#AlternativeScent matchEst. price (100 ml)Longevity vs Naomi Goodsir Iris CendreProjection
1Lalique Encre Noire A L'Extreme76%about $50* (−79%)6h vs 6h4/10
2Armaf Odyssey Homme75%about $25* (−90%)7h vs 6h7/10
3Zara Evening Safari Drive75%about $30* (−87%)5h vs 6h6/10
4Alexandria Fragrances Velvet Iris84%about $60 (−75%)6h vs 6h6/10
5Molinard Iris Ardent80%about $60 (−75%)5h vs 6h7/10
  1. Lalique Encre Noire A L'Extreme — 76% scent match

    Leans heavily into the dark incense, resinous labdanum, and ashy woodiness that anchor Iris Cendre's base.

    It shares its woody, amber and smoky accords with Naomi Goodsir Iris Cendre, opens on Bergamot too, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 7,901 community ratings.

  2. Armaf Odyssey Homme — 75% scent match

    Offers a warmer, amber-forward interpretation of powdery iris with prominent balsamic and tobacco undertones.

    It shares its woody, powdery and amber accords with Naomi Goodsir Iris Cendre, lasts about 7h against 6h and carries 2,119 community ratings.

  3. Zara Evening Safari Drive — 75% scent match

    Presents an accessible blend of powdery iris and warm woods reminiscent of the refined floral core in Iris Cendre.

    It shares its woody and powdery accords with Naomi Goodsir Iris Cendre, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 159 community ratings.

  4. Alexandria Fragrances Velvet Iris — 84% scent match

    Evokes the cool, rooty iris and subtle smoky facets of Iris Cendre with an earthy, mineral-rich trail.

    It shares its iris, woody and powdery accords with Naomi Goodsir Iris Cendre, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 54 community ratings.

  5. Molinard Iris Ardent — 80% scent match

    Shares the powdery, violet-tinted floral heart of Naomi Goodsir Iris Cendre, drying into a soft woody-amber base.

    It shares its woody, iris and smoky accords with Naomi Goodsir Iris Cendre, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 58 community ratings.

Which Naomi Goodsir Iris Cendre dupe is cheapest?

Armaf Odyssey Homme, at about $25 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 90% less than Naomi Goodsir Iris Cendre.

Which Naomi Goodsir Iris Cendre dupe lasts longest?

Armaf Odyssey Homme, at about 7h on skin, against about 6h for Naomi Goodsir Iris Cendre.

Which Naomi Goodsir Iris Cendre dupe is closest to the original?

Alexandria Fragrances Velvet Iris, at 84% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a Naomi Goodsir Iris Cendre dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Lalique Encre Noire A L'Extreme saves you about $275 a year against Naomi Goodsir Iris Cendre. 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.

Will a Naomi Goodsir Iris Cendre dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Armaf Odyssey Homme comes closest at 6.5h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

Naomi Goodsir Iris Cendre notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-09-16.