Best Un Lys Dupes & Alternatives 2026
Discover 10 affordable alternatives to Un Lys by Serge Lutens. Ranked by scent similarity with match scores, shared accords, and notes.
The best affordable alternatives to Un Lys by Serge Lutens are: 1. Fracas by Robert Piguet (60% match), 2. Prada Candy Kiss by Prada (55% match), 3. Angélique Noire by Guerlain (53% match), 4. Gardénia Extrait de Parfum by Chanel (50% match), 5. Aqua Allegoria Lys Soleia by Guerlain (50% match).
Accord Profile
White Floral
100%
Soft Spicy
38%
Musky
32%
Vanilla
29%
Animalic
25%
Powdery
25%
Green
10%
Sweet
9%
Affordable Alternatives
#160% matchMid-RangeIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
White FloralAnimalicPowderyGreen
Shared Notes (1)
musk
#255% matchPremium
Shared Accords
White FloralMuskyVanillaAnimalicPowderySweet
Shared Notes (2)
musk, vanilla
#353% matchPremiumIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
White FloralMuskyVanillaPowderySweet
Shared Notes (1)
vanilla
#450% matchPremium
Shared Accords
White FloralMuskyAnimalicPowderyGreen
Shared Notes (2)
musk, vanilla
#550% matchPremium
Shared Accords
White FloralSoft SpicyVanillaGreenSweet
Shared Notes (3)
lily, musk, vanilla
#650% matchPremium
Shared Accords
White FloralMuskyVanillaPowderyGreenSweet
Shared Notes (2)
musk, vanilla
#749% matchPremium
Shared Accords
White FloralSoft SpicyVanillaAnimalicPowderyGreen
Shared Notes (2)
lily, vanilla
#849% matchPremium
Shared Accords
White FloralMuskyVanillaAnimalicPowderySweet
Shared Notes (2)
musk, vanilla
#948% matchPremium
Shared Accords
White FloralMuskyAnimalicPowderyGreen
Shared Notes (1)
musk
#1048% matchPremium
Shared Accords
White FloralSoft SpicyVanillaSweet
Shared Notes (2)
lily, vanilla
Community Sentiment Pulse — Un Lys
Mixed49 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
6.5
/10
Un Lys garners interest primarily for its rarity and discontinued status rather than extensive community reviews. While it maintains respect as part of the Serge Lutens line among dedicated fans, the fragrance appears difficult to source, with community members seeking dupes and alternatives due to import discontinuation.
Positive
- Highly sought after and difficult to find due to discontinuation
- Part of respected Serge Lutens line with dedicated fanbase
- Unique lily-focused composition appreciated by enthusiasts
Negative
- No longer imported, making it unavailable in many regions
- Limited discussion of specific scent characteristics in provided posts
- High price point due to rarity and discontinuation
Frequently asked questions
What are the best dupes for Un Lys?+
The top dupes for Un Lys by Serge Lutens ranked by accord-and-note similarity: Fracas by Robert Piguet (60% match); Prada Candy Kiss by Prada (55% match); Angélique Noire by Guerlain (53% match). Each match score reflects overlap in accord profile plus shared notes from Un Lys's pyramid.
Are dupes of Un Lys 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 Un Lys scores 6.5/10 with 49 Reddit opinions, so you have a baseline to compare against.
How similar are these dupes to Un Lys?+
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 Un Lys dupe?+
Prioritize these accords when evaluating a dupe: White Floral (100%), Soft Spicy (38%), Musky (32%), Vanilla (29%). The closer a candidate's accord strengths match, the closer it'll smell.