Escentric Molecules Escentric 01: released in 2006, woody, musky and citrus, about 6h on skin, projection 6/10, sillage 4/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest Escentric Molecules Escentric 01 dupe we found is Maison Alhambra Monocline 01 — 92% match, about $30 (estimate) versus about $135 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best Escentric Molecules Escentric 01 dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs Escentric Molecules Escentric 01 | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maison Alhambra Monocline 01 | 92% | about $30* (−78%) | 5h vs 6h | 6/10 |
| 2 | DSQUARED² 2 Wood | 78% | about $45* (−67%) | 5h vs 6h | 6/10 |
| 3 | DSQUARED² Green Wood | 73% | about $50* (−63%) | 5h vs 6h | 7/10 |
| 4 | Lalique Encre Noire | 70% | about $45* (−67%) | 6h vs 6h | 7/10 |
| 5 | The Body Shop Full Iris | 70% | about $35* (−74%) | 5h vs 6h | 5/10 |
This fragrance captures the airy, woody, and musky essence of Escentric Molecules Escentric 01 with a remarkably similar minimalist profile.
It shares its woody, musky and amber accords with Escentric Molecules Escentric 01, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 134 community ratings.
It shares a similar woody and citrus-forward character that feels like a more grounded, everyday take on the Escentric 01 aesthetic.
It shares its woody, citrus and musky accords with Escentric Molecules Escentric 01, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 746 community ratings.
This scent leans into the fresh, aromatic, and woody territory that makes Escentric 01 so versatile and easy to wear.
It shares its woody, amber and citrus accords with Escentric Molecules Escentric 01, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 1,323 community ratings.
While darker and earthier, it shares the same woody, minimalist focus that defines the Escentric 01 experience.
It shares its woody, musky and amber accords with Escentric Molecules Escentric 01, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 24,523 community ratings.
It highlights the powdery, iris-centric facets found in Escentric 01, offering a soft and clean woody impression.
It shares its woody, iris and powdery accords with Escentric Molecules Escentric 01, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 225 community ratings.
Maison Alhambra Monocline 01, at about $30 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 80% less than Escentric Molecules Escentric 01.
Lalique Encre Noire, at about 6h on skin, against about 6h for Escentric Molecules Escentric 01.
Maison Alhambra Monocline 01, at 92% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
Escentric Molecules Escentric 01 itself sells from €85 (30 ml) at partnered retailers.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Maison Alhambra Monocline 01 saves you about $155 a year against Escentric Molecules Escentric 01. 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.
On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Lalique Encre Noire comes closest at 6.2h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.
Escentric Molecules Escentric 01 notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-08-05.