Serge Lutens Vitriol d’œillet dupe — cheaper alternatives

Serge Lutens Vitriol d’œillet: released in 2011, warm spicy, fresh spicy and floral, about 6h on skin, projection 5/10, sillage 5/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Serge Lutens Vitriol d’œillet dupe?

The closest Serge Lutens Vitriol d’œillet dupe we found is Carner Barcelona Sweet William — 85% match, about $120 (estimate) versus about $160 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best Serge Lutens Vitriol d’œillet 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 Serge Lutens Vitriol d’œilletProjection
1Carner Barcelona Sweet William85%about $120 (−25%)6h vs 6h7/10
2Lush Ginger82%about $55 (−66%)6h vs 6h6/10
3Lorenzo Villoresi Garofano80%about $125 (−22%)8h vs 6h6/10
4Lush V78%about $80 (−50%)6h vs 6h5/10
5Cher Eau de Couture68%about $45 (−72%)7h vs 6h7/10
  1. Carner Barcelona Sweet William — 85% scent match

    Captures the essence of a spicy carnation-led fragrance with a similar warm, peppery dry-down that feels very close to the Serge Lutens original.

    It shares its warm spicy, yellow floral and fresh spicy accords with Serge Lutens Vitriol d’œillet, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 356 community ratings.

  2. Lush Ginger — 82% scent match

    Shares a vibrant, spicy character reminiscent of the clove and pepper profile found in Serge Lutens Vitriol d’œillet, offering a similarly bold floral experience.

    It shares its fresh spicy, yellow floral and aromatic accords with Serge Lutens Vitriol d’œillet, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 310 community ratings.

  3. Lorenzo Villoresi Garofano — 80% scent match

    Focuses on the spicy, clove-rich carnation note that serves as the backbone for the Serge Lutens scent, offering a refined alternative.

    It shares its floral, warm spicy and fresh spicy accords with Serge Lutens Vitriol d’œillet, lasts about 8h against 6h and carries 168 community ratings.

  4. Lush V — 78% scent match

    Evokes a similar earthy and spicy floral atmosphere, leaning into the aromatic and clove-heavy nuances that define the Serge Lutens composition.

    It shares its yellow floral, warm spicy and floral accords with Serge Lutens Vitriol d’œillet, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 216 community ratings.

  5. Cher Eau de Couture — 68% scent match

    Features a warm, spicy floral depth that sits in the same family as the reference, emphasizing clove and soft floral accords.

    It shares its warm spicy, white floral and floral accords with Serge Lutens Vitriol d’œillet, lasts about 7h against 6h and carries 115 community ratings.

Which Serge Lutens Vitriol d’œillet dupe is cheapest?

Cher Eau de Couture, at about $45 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 70% less than Serge Lutens Vitriol d’œillet.

Which Serge Lutens Vitriol d’œillet dupe lasts longest?

Lorenzo Villoresi Garofano, at about 8h on skin, against about 6h for Serge Lutens Vitriol d’œillet.

Which Serge Lutens Vitriol d’œillet dupe is closest to the original?

Carner Barcelona Sweet William, at 85% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a Serge Lutens Vitriol d’œillet dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Carner Barcelona Sweet William saves you about $60 a year against Serge Lutens Vitriol d’œillet. 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 Serge Lutens Vitriol d’œillet dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Lorenzo Villoresi Garofano comes closest at 7.8h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

Serge Lutens Vitriol d’œillet notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-09-18.