Best Governors Island Dupes & Alternatives 2026
Discover 10 affordable alternatives to Governors Island by Bond No 9. Ranked by scent similarity with match scores, shared accords, and notes.
The best affordable alternatives to Governors Island by Bond No 9 are: 1. Bleu de Chanel Eau de Parfum by Chanel (55% match), 2. By the Fireplace by Maison Martin Margiela (55% match), 3. L’Hiver by Guerlain (49% match), 4. Bois d'Armenie by Guerlain (48% match), 5. Le Lion Eau de Parfum by Chanel (47% match).
Accord Profile
Amber
100%
Musky
55%
Woody
45%
Balsamic
31%
Smoky
29%
Powdery
21%
Aromatic
15%
Warm Spicy
14%
Affordable Alternatives
#155% matchPremiumIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
AmberWoodySmokyAromaticWarm Spicy
Shared Notes (2)
incense, cedar
#255% matchMid-RangeIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
AmberMuskyWoodyBalsamicPowderyWarm Spicy
#349% matchPremium
Shared Accords
AmberMuskyWoodyBalsamicSmokyPowdery
Shared Notes (2)
incense, musk
#448% matchPremium
Shared Accords
AmberWoodyBalsamicSmokyPowderyWarm Spicy
Shared Notes (2)
incense, musk
#547% matchPremium
Shared Accords
AmberMuskyWoodyBalsamicPowdery
Shared Notes (1)
musk
#647% matchPremium
Shared Accords
AmberMuskyWoodyBalsamicWarm Spicy
Shared Notes (1)
musk
#747% matchPremium
Shared Accords
AmberMuskyWoodyPowderyAromatic
Shared Notes (3)
resins, musk, vetiver
#846% matchPremium
Shared Accords
AmberMuskyWoodyBalsamicPowderyAromatic
Shared Notes (3)
cedar, musk, vetiver
#946% matchPremium
Shared Accords
AmberWoodyBalsamicSmokyAromaticWarm Spicy
Shared Notes (1)
incense
#1046% matchPremium
Shared Accords
AmberMuskyWoodyBalsamicSmokyPowdery
Shared Notes (3)
incense, cedar, musk
Frequently asked questions
What are the best dupes for Governors Island?+
The top dupes for Governors Island by Bond No 9 ranked by accord-and-note similarity: Bleu de Chanel Eau de Parfum by Chanel (55% match); By the Fireplace by Maison Martin Margiela (55% match); L’Hiver by Guerlain (49% match). Each match score reflects overlap in accord profile plus shared notes from Governors Island's pyramid.
Are dupes of Governors Island 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.
How similar are these dupes to Governors Island?+
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 Governors Island dupe?+
Prioritize these accords when evaluating a dupe: Amber (100%), Musky (55%), Woody (45%), Balsamic (31%). The closer a candidate's accord strengths match, the closer it'll smell.