Highland Lilac of Rochester Highland Lilac: released in 1967, floral, fresh and green, about 5h on skin, projection 6/10, sillage 4/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest Highland Lilac of Rochester Highland Lilac dupe we found is Pacifica French Lilac — 91% match, about $20 (estimate) versus about $45 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best Highland Lilac of Rochester Highland Lilac dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs Highland Lilac of Rochester Highland Lilac | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pacifica French Lilac | 91% | about $20* (−56%) | 5h vs 5h | 5/10 |
| 2 | Demeter Fragrance Lilac | 86% | about $25 (−44%) | 4h vs 5h | 4/10 |
| 3 | Aerin Lilac Path | 81% | about $155* (+244%) | 5h vs 5h | 6/10 |
| 4 | Estée Lauder Pleasures Intense | 80% | about $40 (−11%) | 7h vs 5h | 6/10 |
| 5 | Caswell Massey Lilac | 85% | about $50 (+11%) | 5h vs 5h | 6/10 |
Evokes the fresh floral sweetness of Highland Lilac of Rochester with a bright, photorealistic spring blossom character.
It shares its floral, fresh and green accords with Highland Lilac of Rochester Highland Lilac, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 1,144 community ratings.
Presents a straightforward soliflore interpretation similar to Highland Lilac of Rochester, emphasizing dewy green petals.
It shares its floral, fresh and green accords with Highland Lilac of Rochester Highland Lilac, lasts about 4h against 5h and carries 222 community ratings.
Mirrors the lush, green garden atmosphere of Highland Lilac of Rochester with a refined, authentic floral heart.
It shares its floral, fresh and green accords with Highland Lilac of Rochester Highland Lilac, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 1,135 community ratings.
Leans into a richer, lusher floral territory reminiscent of the dense bouquet in Highland Lilac of Rochester.
It shares its floral, fresh and soft spicy accords with Highland Lilac of Rochester Highland Lilac, lasts about 7h against 5h and carries 2,291 community ratings.
Shares the classic, powdery green floral elegance found in Highland Lilac of Rochester.
It shares its floral, fresh and green accords with Highland Lilac of Rochester Highland Lilac, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 40 community ratings.
Pacifica French Lilac, at about $20 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 55% less than Highland Lilac of Rochester Highland Lilac.
Estée Lauder Pleasures Intense, at about 7h on skin, against about 5h for Highland Lilac of Rochester Highland Lilac.
Pacifica French Lilac, at 91% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Pacifica French Lilac saves you about $35 a year against Highland Lilac of Rochester Highland Lilac. 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. Estée Lauder Pleasures Intense comes closest at 7.1h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.
Highland Lilac of Rochester Highland Lilac notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-09-02.