Is Alexandria Fragrances Serene a dupe of Chanel Coco Mademoiselle?

Coco Mademoiselle EDP

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Serene Extrait

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Coco Mademoiselle Eau de Parfum bottle Coco Mademoiselle EDP
EDP Concentration Extrait
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2001 Year 2017
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Coco Mademoiselle EDP
A contemporary classic that radiates poise and sensuality, Coco Mademoiselle is the gold standard for chic, vibrant patchouli-floral blends-instantly recognisable and effortlessly refined.
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Our Verdict - Serene Extrait
This one's a cheeky nod to a classic, but with a powerful swagger all its own. Expect to feel put-together, bold, and ready to get things done, making it a surprising choice for those who want to feel both feminine and formidable.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Coco Mademoiselle EDP A Serene Extrait B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Coco Mademoiselle EDP
Serene Extrait

Notes

Shared Notes
Rose 28% vs 23%
Orange 26% vs 28%
Jasmine 25% vs 17%
Mandarin 24% vs 25%
Bergamot 24% vs 25%
Orange Blossom 24% vs 19%
Mimosa 23% vs 35%
Ylang-Ylang 22% vs 23%
Patchouli 19% vs 25%
Musk 16% vs 14%
Vanilla 16% vs 12%
Vetiver 16% vs 14%
Tonka Bean 15% vs 16%
Opoponax 14% vs 14%
Shared Notes
Orange 26% vs 28%
Mandarin 24% vs 25%
Bergamot 24% vs 25%
Orange Blossom 24% vs 19%
Shared Notes
Rose 28% vs 23%
Jasmine 25% vs 17%
Mimosa 23% vs 35%
Ylang-Ylang 22% vs 23%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 19% vs 25%
Musk 16% vs 14%
Vanilla 16% vs 12%
Vetiver 16% vs 14%
Tonka Bean 15% vs 16%
Opoponax 14% vs 14%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

Coco Mademoiselle Serene
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Coco Mademoiselle

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

Coco Mademoiselle's sparkling citrus and white florals shine in spring and autumn, while the patchouli-vanilla base adds enough warmth for cool evenings; it may feel too rich for the hottest or coldest extremes.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Formal

Its well-mannered projection makes it versatile for office and formal wear, while the sensual floral-patchouli adds allure for dates; the refined, lasting sillage fits most occasions except sport.

Serene

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual Formal

Its bright, elegant floral character and underlying warmth make it suitable for a range of situations, from impressing at the office to a romantic evening. The powerful, feminine feel highlighted by reviews suggests it's best for occasions where you want to feel assertive and present.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match
92%
Key Similarities

Every one of its 14 notes is in the original, including Mandarin, Orange, Bergamot

Key Differences

Near-identical note list, differs in proportion

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