Fragonard Caresse dupe — cheaper alternatives

Fragonard Caresse: released in 2008, white floral, fruity and citrus, about 6h on skin, projection 7/10, sillage 5/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Fragonard Caresse dupe?

The closest Fragonard Caresse dupe we found is Jean Couturier Un Jardin a Paris — 84% match, about $35 (estimate) versus about $40 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best Fragonard Caresse 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 Fragonard CaresseProjection
1Jean Couturier Un Jardin a Paris84%about $35* (−12%)6h vs 6h6/10
2Myrurgia Maja76%about $15 (−62%)5h vs 6h6/10
3Caron Nocturnes de Caron77%about $35 (−12%)6h vs 6h6/10
4Burberry London Special Edition for Women79%about $30 (−25%)5h vs 6h7/10
5Jessica McClintock Brilliance81%about $35 (−12%)6h vs 6h6/10
  1. Jean Couturier Un Jardin a Paris — 84% scent match

    Evokes the airy white floral and citrus brightness of Fragonard Caresse, carrying a similar tender sweetness on the skin.

    It shares its citrus, white floral and powdery accords with Fragonard Caresse, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 203 community ratings.

  2. Myrurgia Maja — 76% scent match

    Leans into a powdery floral character in the same family as Fragonard Caresse, offering a deeply vintage aromatic depth.

    It shares its floral, rose and citrus accords with Fragonard Caresse, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 648 community ratings.

  3. Burberry London Special Edition for Women — 79% scent match

    A festive fruity-floral aura that sits close to the soft sweetness found in Fragonard Caresse.

    It shares its rose, white floral and fruity accords with Fragonard Caresse, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 95 community ratings.

  4. Caron Nocturnes de Caron — 77% scent match — discontinued

    Presents a classical white floral elegance echoing the refined floral heart of Fragonard Caresse.

    It shares its white floral, citrus and sweet accords with Fragonard Caresse, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 802 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.

  5. Jessica McClintock Brilliance — 81% scent match — discontinued

    Shares a radiant fruity-floral impression reminiscent of Fragonard Caresse, though with a slightly more prominent sparkling citrus opening.

    It shares its white floral, floral and powdery accords with Fragonard Caresse, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 23 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.

Which Fragonard Caresse dupe is cheapest?

Myrurgia Maja, at about $15 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 60% less than Fragonard Caresse.

Which Fragonard Caresse dupe lasts longest?

Caron Nocturnes de Caron, at about 6h on skin, against about 6h for Fragonard Caresse.

Which Fragonard Caresse dupe is closest to the original?

Jean Couturier Un Jardin a Paris, at 84% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a Fragonard Caresse dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Jean Couturier Un Jardin a Paris saves you about $5 a year against Fragonard Caresse. 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 Fragonard Caresse dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Caron Nocturnes de Caron comes closest at 6.2h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

Fragonard Caresse notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-09-01.