Nonfiction BOIS d'YLANG dupe — cheaper alternatives

Nonfiction BOIS d'YLANG: released in 2025, yellow floral, woody and sweet, about 11h on skin, projection 6/10, sillage 3/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Nonfiction BOIS d'YLANG dupe?

The closest Nonfiction BOIS d'YLANG dupe we found is Guerlain Embruns d'Ylang — 85% match, about $330 (estimate) versus about $255 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best Nonfiction BOIS d'YLANG 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 Nonfiction BOIS d'YLANGProjection
1Guerlain Embruns d'Ylang85%about $330 (+29%)7h vs 11h6/10
2Le Labo Ylang 4982%about $415 (+63%)7h vs 11h7/10
3Lancôme Ô Zenith81%about $80 (−69%)6h vs 11h8/10
4Maison Martin Margiela Beach Walk79%about $95 (−63%)5h vs 11h6/10
5Maison Martin Margiela Beach Walk79%about $95 (−63%)5h vs 11h6/10
  1. Guerlain Embruns d'Ylang — 85% scent match

    Centers around a prominent ylang-ylang note that mirrors the sweet, spicy floral richness found in Nonfiction Bois d'Ylang.

    It shares its yellow floral, woody and sweet accords with Nonfiction BOIS d'YLANG, lasts about 7h against 11h and carries 475 community ratings.

  2. Le Labo Ylang 49 — 82% scent match

    Blends lush floral notes with a deep woody foundation, offering an earthy complexity similar to Nonfiction Bois d'Ylang.

    It shares its woody, yellow floral and white floral accords with Nonfiction BOIS d'YLANG, lasts about 7h against 11h and carries 1,479 community ratings.

  3. Lancôme Ô Zenith — 81% scent match

    In the same vibrant floral family as Nonfiction Bois d'Ylang, presenting a bright and sunny composition.

    It shares its white floral, sweet and floral accords with Nonfiction BOIS d'YLANG, lasts about 6h against 11h and carries 296 community ratings.

  4. Maison Martin Margiela Beach Walk — 79% scent match

    Evokes the warm tropical floral and woody character of Nonfiction Bois d'Ylang, leaning into a sun-drenched coastal vibe.

    It shares its yellow floral, sweet and powdery accords with Nonfiction BOIS d'YLANG, lasts about 5h against 11h and carries 9,468 community ratings.

  5. Maison Martin Margiela Beach Walk — 79% scent match

    Captures a similar warm and sunny floral aura reminiscent of the comforting woody elements in Nonfiction Bois d'Ylang.

    It shares its yellow floral, sweet and powdery accords with Nonfiction BOIS d'YLANG, lasts about 5h against 11h and carries 9,468 community ratings.

Which Nonfiction BOIS d'YLANG dupe is cheapest?

Lancôme Ô Zenith, at about $80 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 70% less than Nonfiction BOIS d'YLANG.

Which Nonfiction BOIS d'YLANG dupe lasts longest?

Le Labo Ylang 49, at about 7h on skin, against about 11h for Nonfiction BOIS d'YLANG.

Which Nonfiction BOIS d'YLANG dupe is closest to the original?

Guerlain Embruns d'Ylang, at 85% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a Nonfiction BOIS d'YLANG dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Guerlain Embruns d'Ylang actually costs about $110 a year MORE than Nonfiction BOIS d'YLANG. 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 Nonfiction BOIS d'YLANG dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Le Labo Ylang 49 comes closest at 7.3h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

Nonfiction BOIS d'YLANG notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-10-26.