Serge Lutens Borneo 1834: released in 2005, warm spicy, patchouli and cacao, about 7h on skin, projection 8/10, sillage 5/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.
The closest Serge Lutens Borneo 1834 dupe we found is Новая Заря (The New Dawn) Patchouli Magique — 82% match, about $20 (estimate) versus about $225 for a 100 ml bottle.
The five closest scent matches — the best Serge Lutens Borneo 1834 dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:
| # | Alternative | Scent match | Est. price (100 ml) | Longevity vs Serge Lutens Borneo 1834 | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Новая Заря (The New Dawn) Patchouli Magique | 82% | about $20* (−91%) | 7h vs 7h | 7/10 |
| 2 | Reminiscence Patchouli | 78% | about $55 (−76%) | 7h vs 7h | 8/10 |
| 3 | Molinard Patchouli Intense | 78% | about $70 (−69%) | 8h vs 7h | 7/10 |
| 4 | Montale Patchouli Leaves | 75% | about $85 (−62%) | 8h vs 7h | 9/10 |
| 5 | Yves Rocher Neonatura Cocoon | 72% | about $55 (−76%) | 7h vs 7h | 7/10 |
Evokes the earthy, dark patchouli and cocoa character of Serge Lutens Borneo 1834 with a similarly bold, balsamic presence.
It shares its woody, patchouli and warm spicy accords with Serge Lutens Borneo 1834, lasts about 7h against 7h and carries 2,005 community ratings.
A classic, deep patchouli scent that shares the woody, balsamic, and slightly medicinal profile found in Borneo 1834.
It shares its woody, amber and patchouli accords with Serge Lutens Borneo 1834, lasts about 7h against 7h and carries 1,734 community ratings.
Leans into the same dark, earthy patchouli territory as Borneo 1834, offering a robust and resinous experience at a more accessible price point.
It shares its woody, patchouli and warm spicy accords with Serge Lutens Borneo 1834, lasts about 8h against 7h and carries 290 community ratings.
Captures the heavy, chocolatey patchouli vibe of Borneo 1834, though it feels slightly more dense and sweet on the skin.
It shares its amber, patchouli and woody accords with Serge Lutens Borneo 1834, lasts about 8h against 7h and carries 1,280 community ratings.
Shares the distinct cocoa-and-patchouli pairing that defines Borneo 1834, offering a softer, more wearable take on that earthy profile.
It shares its warm spicy, cacao and patchouli accords with Serge Lutens Borneo 1834, lasts about 7h against 7h and carries 2,286 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.
Новая Заря (The New Dawn) Patchouli Magique, at about $20 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 90% less than Serge Lutens Borneo 1834.
Montale Patchouli Leaves, at about 8h on skin, against about 7h for Serge Lutens Borneo 1834.
Новая Заря (The New Dawn) Patchouli Magique, at 82% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.
At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Новая Заря (The New Dawn) Patchouli Magique saves you about $300 a year against Serge Lutens Borneo 1834. 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, these cover it: Montale Patchouli Leaves (8.4h) — 1 of 5.
Serge Lutens Borneo 1834 notes, performance and price
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Updated 2026-08-22.