Reminiscence Guimauve dupe — cheaper alternatives

Reminiscence Guimauve: released in 2013, vanilla, aromatic and citrus, about 6h on skin, projection 7/10, sillage 4/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Reminiscence Guimauve dupe?

The closest Reminiscence Guimauve dupe we found is Dossier Floral Marshmallow — 85% match, about $30 (estimate) versus about $55 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best Reminiscence Guimauve 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 Reminiscence GuimauveProjection
1Dossier Floral Marshmallow85%about $30* (−45%)6h vs 6h7/10
2Maison Alhambra Reyna83%about $20* (−64%)5h vs 6h5/10
3Zara Ruby Infusion83%about $20 (−64%)5h vs 6h6/10
4H&M Chic Socialite80%about $20 (−64%)5h vs 6h5/10
5Zara Yellow Velvet84%about $20 (−64%)5h vs 6h6/10
  1. Dossier Floral Marshmallow — 85% scent match

    Captures the luscious orange blossom and sugary vanilla profile reminiscent of Reminiscence Guimauve's soft, sweet dry-down.

    It shares its sweet, powdery and citrus accords with Reminiscence Guimauve, opens on Bergamot too, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 1,179 community ratings.

  2. Maison Alhambra Reyna — 83% scent match

    Shares the fluffy marshmallow, citrus, and sweet floral warmth that echoes the soft heart of Reminiscence Guimauve.

    It shares its sweet, citrus and powdery accords with Reminiscence Guimauve, opens on Bergamot too, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 707 community ratings.

  3. Zara Ruby Infusion — 83% scent match

    Evokes the sweet orange blossom and fluffy vanilla notes of Reminiscence Guimauve in a bright, cozy gourmand blend.

    It shares its sweet, vanilla and powdery accords with Reminiscence Guimauve, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 184 community ratings.

  4. H&M Chic Socialite — 80% scent match

    A delicate sugary floral blend that carries a soft vanilla and orange blossom touch reminiscent of Reminiscence Guimauve.

    It shares its sweet, powdery and citrus accords with Reminiscence Guimauve, opens on Bergamot too, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 89 community ratings.

  5. Zara Yellow Velvet — 84% scent match — discontinued

    Offers a playful marshmallow and citrus combination reminiscent of Reminiscence Guimauve with a soft, powdery finish.

    It shares its vanilla, sweet and powdery accords with Reminiscence Guimauve, lasts about 5h against 6h and carries 87 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.

Which Reminiscence Guimauve dupe is cheapest?

Zara Ruby Infusion, at about $20 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 65% less than Reminiscence Guimauve.

Which Reminiscence Guimauve dupe lasts longest?

Dossier Floral Marshmallow, at about 6h on skin, against about 6h for Reminiscence Guimauve.

Which Reminiscence Guimauve dupe is closest to the original?

Dossier Floral Marshmallow, at 85% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a Reminiscence Guimauve dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Dossier Floral Marshmallow saves you about $40 a year against Reminiscence Guimauve. 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 Reminiscence Guimauve dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Dossier Floral Marshmallow comes closest at 5.5h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

Reminiscence Guimauve notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-08-23.