Best En Passant Dupes & Alternatives 2026
Discover 10 affordable alternatives to En Passant by Frederic Malle. Ranked by scent similarity with match scores, shared accords, and notes.
The best affordable alternatives to En Passant by Frederic Malle are: 1. Idylle Eau de toilette by Guerlain (48% match), 2. Fleur d'Interdit by Givenchy (48% match), 3. Muguet Millésime 2020 by Guerlain (47% match), 4. Narciso Rodriguez For Her by Narciso Rodriguez (46% match), 5. Alien by Mugler (46% match).
Accord Profile
Floral
100%
Fresh
91%
Aquatic
86%
Green
68%
White Floral
48%
Ozonic
41%
Musky
23%
Soft Spicy
18%
Affordable Alternatives
#148% matchPremium
Shared Accords
FloralFreshGreenWhite FloralMusky
Shared Notes (5)
lilac, lily of the valley, jasmine, rose, musk
#248% matchPremium
Shared Accords
FloralFreshAquaticGreenOzonic
Shared Notes (8)
lilac, lily of the valley, jasmine, rose, musk +3
#347% matchPremium
Shared Accords
FloralFreshGreenWhite FloralSoft Spicy
Shared Notes (4)
lilac, lily of the valley, jasmine, rose
#446% matchMid-RangeIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
FloralWhite FloralMusky
Shared Notes (3)
musk, amber, vanilla
#546% matchPremiumIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
FloralFreshWhite FloralSoft Spicy
Shared Notes (2)
jasmine, amber
#646% matchPremium
Shared Accords
FloralFreshGreenWhite FloralMusky
Shared Notes (3)
lilac, jasmine, musk
#746% matchPremium
Shared Accords
FloralFreshGreenWhite FloralMusky
Shared Notes (4)
lilac, jasmine, rose, musk
#846% matchPremium
Shared Accords
FloralFreshGreenWhite FloralMusky
Shared Notes (6)
lilac, lily of the valley, jasmine, rose, musk +1
#946% matchPremium
Shared Accords
FloralFreshGreenWhite Floral
Shared Notes (7)
lily of the valley, jasmine, rose, musk, cedar +2
#1045% matchPremium
Shared Accords
FloralFreshGreenWhite FloralSoft Spicy
Shared Notes (4)
lilac, lily of the valley, jasmine, rose
Community Sentiment Pulse — En Passant
Mixed54 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
6.5
/10
En Passant receives appreciation for its beautiful, green-leaning lilac character and elegant profile, but the community consensus highlights poor longevity and projection as significant drawbacks for the luxury price point. While some enthusiasts enjoy layering it with fragrances like Musc Ravageur, many seek better-performing alternatives in the green lilac category.
Positive
- Beautiful green lilac scent profile
- Elegant and refined fragrance
- Works well for layering combinations
Negative
- Low longevity and projection for the price
- Not cost-effective compared to alternatives
- Can be sheer and easy to go noseblind to
Frequently asked questions
What are the best dupes for En Passant?+
The top dupes for En Passant by Frederic Malle ranked by accord-and-note similarity: Idylle Eau de toilette by Guerlain (48% match); Fleur d'Interdit by Givenchy (48% match); Muguet Millésime 2020 by Guerlain (47% match). Each match score reflects overlap in accord profile plus shared notes from En Passant's pyramid.
Are dupes of En Passant worth buying?+
Dupes target the same accord/note profile at a lower price. The trade-offs are usually shorter longevity, weaker projection, and simpler note development. The original En Passant scores 6.5/10 with 54 Reddit opinions, so you have a baseline to compare against.
How similar are these dupes to En Passant?+
Similarity is scored as: accord cosine (40 points), shared notes (30), curated similar-perfumes list (20), and rating proximity (10). A score of 70+ means a strong match; 50–70 is noticeable similarity with its own character; below 50 is a distant cousin.
What accords should I look for in a En Passant dupe?+
Prioritize these accords when evaluating a dupe: Floral (100%), Fresh (91%), Aquatic (86%), Green (68%). The closer a candidate's accord strengths match, the closer it'll smell.