DSH Perfumes Scent of Hope dupe — cheaper alternatives

DSH Perfumes Scent of Hope: released in 2014, powdery, woody and musky, about 7h on skin, projection 6/10, sillage 6/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good DSH Perfumes Scent of Hope dupe?

The closest DSH Perfumes Scent of Hope dupe we found is Hermès Hiris — 80% match, about $140 (estimate) versus about $80 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best DSH Perfumes Scent of Hope 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 DSH Perfumes Scent of HopeProjection
1Hermès Hiris80%about $140* (+75%)5h vs 7h4/10
2Caron Aimez - Moi83%about $35 (−56%)6h vs 7h6/10
3Legendary Fragrances Iris Gris87%about $90 (+13%)6h vs 7h7/10
4Sultan Pasha Attars Irisoir85%about $275 (+244%)7h vs 7h8/10
5Jacques Fath Iris Gris91%about $355 (+344%)6h vs 7h8/10
  1. Hermès Hiris — 80% scent match

    Shares a sophisticated rooty iris character reminiscent of Scent of Hope, though delivered with a much cooler and drier touch.

    It shares its iris, powdery and woody accords with DSH Perfumes Scent of Hope, lasts about 5h against 7h and carries 2,522 community ratings.

  2. Sultan Pasha Attars Irisoir — 85% scent match

    A deeply rich exploration of velvety iris that matches the tender floral complexity of Scent of Hope in a denser format.

    It shares its powdery, floral and woody accords with DSH Perfumes Scent of Hope, lasts about 7h against 7h and carries 95 community ratings.

  3. Caron Aimez - Moi — 83% scent match — discontinued

    Evokes the powdery iris and delicate floral warmth found in Scent of Hope, leaning into a comforting retro sweetness.

    It shares its powdery, floral and woody accords with DSH Perfumes Scent of Hope, lasts about 6h against 7h and carries 1,137 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.

  4. Legendary Fragrances Iris Gris — 87% scent match — discontinued

    Recaptures the legendary peachy iris profile that inspired Scent of Hope, with an elegant vintage floral structure.

    It shares its powdery, woody and floral accords with DSH Perfumes Scent of Hope, lasts about 6h against 7h and carries 17 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.

  5. Jacques Fath Iris Gris — 91% scent match — discontinued

    Serves as the historic benchmark of the iris-and-fruit harmony that Scent of Hope draws inspiration from.

    It shares its powdery, woody and floral accords with DSH Perfumes Scent of Hope, lasts about 6h against 7h and carries 41 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.

Which DSH Perfumes Scent of Hope dupe is cheapest?

Caron Aimez - Moi, at about $35 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 55% less than DSH Perfumes Scent of Hope.

Which DSH Perfumes Scent of Hope dupe lasts longest?

Sultan Pasha Attars Irisoir, at about 7h on skin, against about 7h for DSH Perfumes Scent of Hope.

Which DSH Perfumes Scent of Hope dupe is closest to the original?

Jacques Fath Iris Gris, at 91% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a DSH Perfumes Scent of Hope dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Hermès Hiris actually costs about $90 a year MORE than DSH Perfumes Scent of Hope. 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 DSH Perfumes Scent of Hope dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Sultan Pasha Attars Irisoir comes closest at 6.6h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

DSH Perfumes Scent of Hope notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-08-25.