Faberlic by Valentin Yudashkin Gold dupe — cheaper alternatives

Faberlic by Valentin Yudashkin Gold: released in 2017, woody, powdery and floral, about 6h on skin, projection 6/10, sillage 5/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Faberlic by Valentin Yudashkin Gold dupe?

The closest Faberlic by Valentin Yudashkin Gold dupe we found is Brocard Once Upon a Time Aphrodisia — 82% match, about $10 (estimate) versus about $20 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best Faberlic by Valentin Yudashkin Gold 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 Faberlic by Valentin Yudashkin GoldProjection
1Brocard Once Upon a Time Aphrodisia82%about $10 (−50%)5h vs 6h5/10
2Новая Заря (The New Dawn) Милая Вечером (Milaya Le Soir)72%about $15 (−25%)6h vs 6h5/10
3Новая Заря (The New Dawn) Patchouli d'Or68%about $10 (−50%)6h vs 6h6/10
4Faberlic Aromania Violet80%about $203h vs 6h4/10
5Новая Заря (The New Dawn) Defile Gold62%about $15 (−25%)6h vs 6h5/10
  1. Brocard Once Upon a Time Aphrodisia — 82% scent match

    Shares a similar powdery and floral character, evoking the violet-forward elegance found in Faberlic by Valentin Yudashkin Gold.

    It shares its powdery, woody and musky accords with Faberlic by Valentin Yudashkin Gold, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 253 community ratings.

  2. Новая Заря (The New Dawn) Милая Вечером (Milaya Le Soir) — 72% scent match

    Offers a similarly soft, floral-woody profile that leans into the same powdery, feminine territory as the reference.

    It shares its powdery, citrus and woody accords with Faberlic by Valentin Yudashkin Gold, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 293 community ratings.

  3. Новая Заря (The New Dawn) Patchouli d'Or — 68% scent match

    While more patchouli-centric, it shares a deep, woody, and musky foundation that resonates with the base of the reference.

    It shares its citrus and powdery accords with Faberlic by Valentin Yudashkin Gold, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 1,104 community ratings.

  4. Faberlic Aromania Violet — 80% scent match

    Focuses on the delicate, powdery violet notes that define the heart of the reference scent in a simple, accessible composition.

    It shares its powdery, violet and green accords with Faberlic by Valentin Yudashkin Gold, lasts about 3h against 6h and carries 79 community ratings.

  5. Новая Заря (The New Dawn) Defile Gold — 62% scent match

    Presents a similarly warm and slightly opulent floral-woody structure that feels like a cousin to the reference scent.

    It shares its citrus and woody accords with Faberlic by Valentin Yudashkin Gold, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 68 community ratings.

Which Faberlic by Valentin Yudashkin Gold dupe is cheapest?

Brocard Once Upon a Time Aphrodisia, at about $10 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 50% less than Faberlic by Valentin Yudashkin Gold.

Which Faberlic by Valentin Yudashkin Gold dupe lasts longest?

Новая Заря (The New Dawn) Patchouli d'Or, at about 6h on skin, against about 6h for Faberlic by Valentin Yudashkin Gold.

Which Faberlic by Valentin Yudashkin Gold dupe is closest to the original?

Brocard Once Upon a Time Aphrodisia, at 82% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a Faberlic by Valentin Yudashkin Gold dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Brocard Once Upon a Time Aphrodisia saves you about $20 a year against Faberlic by Valentin Yudashkin Gold. 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 Faberlic by Valentin Yudashkin Gold dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Новая Заря (The New Dawn) Patchouli d'Or comes closest at 6.3h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

Faberlic by Valentin Yudashkin Gold notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-08-24.