Yves Saint Laurent Cinéma bottle

The top dupe of Yves Saint Laurent's Cinéma is Floral Mandarin by Dossier, scoring 7/10 for accuracy and 6/10 for longevity. At $29, it's a 70% match to the $120 original — saving roughly $91 per bottle. It's the only scored dupe of Cinéma so far, with more on the way as community evidence accumulates.

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Dossier Floral Mandarin bottle
Dossier

Floral Mandarin

$29–$49

Captures the warm floral-fruity opening with the mandarin and peach facets reasonably well; the amber-vanilla drydown is softer and less rich than the original.

Accuracy
7/10
Longevity
6/10
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Dossier Floral Mandarin bottle
Dossier

Floral Mandarin

Price
$29–$49
Accuracy
7/10
Longevity
6/10
Provisional · Brand-Level Estimate

Captures the warm floral-fruity opening with the mandarin and peach facets reasonably well; the amber-vanilla drydown is softer and less rich than the original.

Casual

feminine

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Cinéma is one of the most widely duped fragrances in the modern market. Its widely recognizable profile has made it a popular target for house brands, Middle Eastern clones, and indie perfumers aiming for similar olfactory territory at a fraction of the price.

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Frequently Asked

What is the best dupe for Cinéma?

Based on community consensus, the highest-accuracy dupe for Cinéma is Floral Mandarin by Dossier (accuracy 7/10, longevity 6/10). If you prioritize longevity over accuracy, sort the grid above by longevity to see the top performer on that axis.

How are Cinéma dupes scored?

Every dupe is rated on two independent dimensions: scent accuracy (how closely it matches the original) and longevity (how long it lasts on skin). Scores are aggregated from community consensus on Reddit r/fragrance, r/fragranceclones, and Fragrantica. They are never averaged into a single number — accuracy and longevity are separate decisions.

Are the dupe recommendations for Cinéma sponsored?

No. The Scent File takes no brand deals, no sponsorships, and no paid rankings. Rankings reflect community consensus only. We do earn affiliate commission when you purchase through our links at no extra cost to you — but this never influences which dupes appear or how they are scored.

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