Yves Rocher Nouveau Genre dupe — closest scent matches

Yves Rocher Nouveau Genre: released in 2019, patchouli, warm spicy and vanilla, about 6h on skin, projection 5/10, sillage 5/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Yves Rocher Nouveau Genre dupe?

The closest Yves Rocher Nouveau Genre scent match we found is Molinard Vanille Patchouli Eau de Parfum — 88% match, about $75 (estimate) versus about $25 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best Yves Rocher Nouveau Genre 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 Yves Rocher Nouveau GenreProjection
1Molinard Vanille Patchouli Eau de Parfum88%about $75 (+200%)6h vs 6h8/10
2Lattafa Perfumes Nasheet83%about $25*6h vs 6h7/10
3Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Patchouli78%about $65 (+160%)6h vs 6h5/10
4Zimaya A Fairy Tale78%about $35* (+40%)6h vs 6h7/10
5Mugler Angel Muse78%about $55* (+120%)7h vs 6h7/10
  1. Molinard Vanille Patchouli Eau de Parfum — 88% scent match

    Focuses on the core pairing of earthy patchouli and sweet vanilla, providing a very similar aromatic experience to the reference.

    It shares its vanilla, woody and warm spicy accords with Yves Rocher Nouveau Genre, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 631 community ratings.

  2. Lattafa Perfumes Nasheet — 83% scent match

    Shares a similar warm, spicy, and resinous character that evokes the earthy patchouli and vanilla blend found in Yves Rocher Nouveau Genre.

    It shares its woody, amber and warm spicy accords with Yves Rocher Nouveau Genre, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 584 community ratings.

  3. Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 + Patchouli — 78% scent match

    Highlights the clean, woody, and earthy facets of patchouli in a way that mirrors the minimalist elegance of the reference.

    It shares its woody, patchouli and warm spicy accords with Yves Rocher Nouveau Genre, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 1,097 community ratings.

  4. Zimaya A Fairy Tale — 78% scent match

    Offers a sweet, woody, and balsamic profile that leans into the same cozy, patchouli-forward territory as the reference.

    It shares its woody, patchouli and warm spicy accords with Yves Rocher Nouveau Genre, lasts about 6h against 6h and carries 185 community ratings.

  5. Mugler Angel Muse — 78% scent match — discontinued

    Presents a modern, sweet, and earthy patchouli profile that feels like a cousin to the reference in its warm, woody dry-down.

    It shares its patchouli, woody and sweet accords with Yves Rocher Nouveau Genre, lasts about 7h against 6h and carries 8,498 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.

Which Yves Rocher Nouveau Genre dupe is cheapest?

Lattafa Perfumes Nasheet, at about $25 for 100 ml (estimate).

Which Yves Rocher Nouveau Genre dupe lasts longest?

Mugler Angel Muse, at about 7h on skin, against about 6h for Yves Rocher Nouveau Genre.

Which Yves Rocher Nouveau Genre dupe is closest to the original?

Molinard Vanille Patchouli Eau de Parfum, at 88% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a Yves Rocher Nouveau Genre dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Molinard Vanille Patchouli Eau de Parfum actually costs about $75 a year MORE than Yves Rocher Nouveau Genre. 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 Yves Rocher Nouveau Genre dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Mugler Angel Muse comes closest at 7.3h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

Yves Rocher Nouveau Genre notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-08-15.