These Chanel No 5 dupes are getting rave reviews and can save you hundreds

A Chanel No 5 dupe isn’t easy to come by. As fans of the classic scent know, it’s unique aldehydic and luxe floral blend is not one that can be replicated easily, and especially not at a bargain price. 

However, while we’d all love to douse ourselves in the best perfume for women from designer brands, splashing out on a high-end buy isn’t always possible. And, when it comes to our everyday fragrance, sometimes it’s nice to have something a little less precious to pop in our handbag. Looking for perfume dupes is a savvy way to save money and smell lovely at the same time. And if there’s one perfume worth trying to find a dupe for, it’s probably the best Chanel perfume of all time, Chanel No 5.

The scent is nothing short of iconic, with a blend of floral fragrances notes including iris, jasmine, rose, and lily-of-the-valley. Naturally, this luxury fragrance from the famous French fashion house comes at a hefty cost. But it is possible to find beautiful scents combining very similar notes at far lower price tags – AKA a Chanel No 5 dupe – and we’ve scouted two in particular that fans are raving about. 

Our favorite Chanel No 5 dupes

Of course, perfume is so nuanced that no dupe will 100% replicate any other scent’s exact aroma, but finding a similar blend of perfume notes is possible. We’ve tracked down two perfumes that have captured the hearts – and noses – of those seeking a Chanel No 5 dupe.

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The Body Shop Wild Jasmine Eau de Toilette | RRP: $30/£20
A beautifully heady fragrance for fans of fine floral scent. Jasmine blossom and violet leaf mimic the iris and jasmine found in Chanel No 5, while sandalwood makes for a similarly rich base.

• The Body Shop Wild Jasmine Eau de Toilette at The Body Shop USA for $30

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The Body Shop’s Wild Jasmine Eau de Toilette (formerly called Indian Night Jasmine) Is a gorgeous blend of woods and florals that come together to create a scent that’s similarly heady and floral to Chanel’s signature perfume. 

“This is one of my favorite scents from the old formula. This new formula smells even better. I bought four for my cabinet” says one customer review, while another raves “Smells absolutely beautiful. Floral, and white so it’s not too sweet. Considering it’s an eau de toilette it has some strength and lasting power too.”

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M&S Collection Velvet Rose Eau De Toilette | RRP: £5 for 30ml £9.50 for 100ml (UK only)
With lots of rose at the top, then a middle of violet flower and bergamot base, this is a little lighter and less nose-tingling than the iconic Chanel scent – for some that will be a good thing. 

Elsewhere on the high street, savvy shoppers know M&S is a treasure trove of bargain perfume dupes, including Velvet Rose Eau de Toilette, which combines rose, violet leaf, and bergamot.

One reviewer says, “Very similar to Chanel No 5 though not identical and doesn’t last as long, but very good value for money,” while many happy shoppers agree this is simply a gorgeous perfume in its own right, saying, “I love it. It lasts all day and I’ve had family and friends telling me that I smell lovely and wanting to know what I was wearing. I’ll be trying the rest of the range now.” That’s us sold!