Best Olene by Diptyque Alternatives & Similar Perfumes
Olene by Diptyque is a floral fragrance centred on narcissus and jasmine, enriched with honeysuckle, orchid, and fresh-cut grass. It offers a blend of lush white florals balanced by a green, slightly dewy aspect, creating a sophisticated and natural floral bouquet. Those drawn to Olene’s delicate floral heart should focus on scents that highlight narcissus and jasmine, complemented by fresh or powdery elements.
Delirium by Wesker £183.33
- Key notes:
- champaca
- frangipani
- gardenia
- jasmine
- narcissus
- tuberose
- Aromagroups:
- floral
Delirium is a voluptuous bouquet of tropical abandon: decadent gardenia, heady jasmine, honeyed champaca, ripe narcissus, creamy frangipani and delicate white lotus. Blurring the lines between reality and fantasy, every breath is an addictive journey into the blissful unknown. With Delirium, the wearer becomes the dreamer and the dream, lost in a world where anything is possible.
Divina Flora by Aura Eximia £187.50
- Key notes:
- cloves
- jasmine
- juniper
- narcissus
- neroli
- passion fruit
- peony
- rose
- sage
- ylang-ylang
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
- citrusy
- floral
- fruity
- vintage/old school
This “divine flower” is a luminous, untamed floral that captures the serenity of nature in motion. It starts bright and light: lemongrass and passion fruit, opening up to peony and lily of the valley. Watery, ethereal cyclamen drenches the richness of jasmine, ylang-ylang and narcissus like dew over a meadow. The drydown is green, a mingling of eucalyptus and sage with peppermint, juniper and pine, grounded by
Mysore sandalwood and a hint of vanilla bourbon.
Latin Lover by CARNER £125.00
- Key notes:
- benzoin
- bergamot
- jasmine
- magnolia
- narcissus
- Aromagroups:
- floral
A pretty honeyed floral with some ambery background. Magnolias, violets, jasmine, ylang-ylang are all in the bouquet thrown on satin blanket of white musk and Siam benzoin.
The Sniff on Latin Lover by Carner:
"The [opening] florals recede into a pretty, flowery fug in the base of the scent, still heady, still very flowery, sweet and powerful, but the notes become less discernible from one another. The warmth remains and, at times, this perfume just really smells like sunshine on naked skin. On a cold, drizzly Yorkshire day this is indeed a joyous thing!"
Mathilde by Rance 1795 £91.67
- Key notes:
- jasmine
- lily-of-the-valley
- narcissus
- neroli
- orris (iris root)
- passion fruit
- rose
- sandalwood
- tangerine
- ylang-ylang
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- fruity
Matilde Bonaparte, niece of Napoleon I, was known for her breasts (“le plus beau décolleté”) and her talent as a painter. She also hosted a celebrated 19th-century Parisian salon attended by the greatest artists and writers of her time. This namesake perfume is an olfactory salon of provocative white florals (ylang-ylang, narcissus, jasmine) given tropical succulence with passion fruit and papaya. Mathilde’s heady brightness is softened by iris and sandalwood.
Rituale by Mendittorosa £150.00
- Key notes:
- amber
- beeswax
- hyraceum
- jasmine
- narcissus
- pomegranate
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- leather
- vintage/old school
With each perfume formula Mendittorosa interpret and reference some profound metaphysical notion. In Rituale it’s rituals from the most ancient times, humanity trying to please the gods, destiny and bringing order into chaos.
Rituale is a generous offering of golden narcissuses (heady and honeyed), precious sandalwood and fruits, a ritual of fragrant rhythm and harmony.
Orchid Mantis by Zoologist £166.67
- Key notes:
- jasmine
- lemon
- orchid
- patchouli
- rose
- sandalwood
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- woody
In the muggy shade of a tropical rainforest, an orchid sways seductively. Its glistening petals tremble in anticipation, inviting a passing butterfly to consummate the intimate act of pollination. Succumbing to the allure of the silken flower, the butterfly eagerly flits forward. But as it prepares to alight, the exotic bloom abruptly transforms. Delicate leaves contort into dagger-like forelegs, seizing the bug’s fragile wings. Before the butterfly can comprehend its fate, its head is devoured, crushed between the powerful jaws of the stealthy orchid mantis.
Orchid Mantis lures you into a fragrant illusion. Juicy pear, rich rose and heady jasmine entwine with basil and ylang to suggest the intense scent of orchids. This vintage style is set against the backdrop of a humid rainforest evoked by patchouli, moss, sandalwood and vetiver. An enduring musk serves as a reminder that beauty can also be beastly.
ABSINTHE by Headspace £145.83
- Key notes:
- absinthe
- leather
- narcissus
- violet leaf
- wormwood
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
- green
- leather
Perfumer: Nicolas Beaulieu
Conjuring the complexity of iced absinthe where the balance of heady wormwood and fresh ozonic greenery surrounds violet leaf for a seductive euphoric tone. This is set against a dark aromatic base that is smooth and warming. The head-turning diffusion of sweetened leathers and earthy woods offers a contemporary enticing edge.
Aura Maris by Lorenzo Villoresi £108.33
- Key notes:
- mandarin
- mineral accord
- narcissus
- sea salt
- Aromagroups:
- green
- marine
- woody
A crisp, citrus fragrance, the breeze brushing gently over the grass, flowers and shrubs of the Mediterranean, and golden reflections of the sun’s rays on the shimmering sea.
A fresh, lively, green scent with notes of Bergamot and Mandarin, and light flowery undertones of Jasmine and Narcissus.
Dead Air by Oddity £141.67
- Key notes:
- cedarwood
- davana
- mineral accord
- narcissus
- oak
- sea salt
- vetiver
- violet leaf
- Aromagroups:
- aromatic
- leather
- woody
Macabre fantasy of decadent shadows and drama, unfolding from a fresh salty breeze to the deep dark underwater with blurry black tones, exuberant flora and a binding touch of wood.
Lids for Dead Air are made by hand from imperfectly beautiful charcoal encapsulated in epoxy resin resulting in unique shapes and shades, each is one of a kind — a true masterpiece.
Master perfumer
Mark Buxton
Donna by Lorenzo Villoresi £112.50
- Key notes:
- narcissus
- orris (iris root)
- rose
- ylang-ylang
- Aromagroups:
- floral
The epitome of femininity as narrated by the queens of flowers: Rosa centifolia and Rosa Damascena, crowned by powdery Ylang Ylang and Florentine Iris, with touches of Jasmine and mountain Narcissus, Violet leaves, Blackcurrant and oriental woods.
About Olene by Diptyque
- How does Olene by Diptyque differ from these similar fragrances?
- Olene is characterised by its combination of narcissus, jasmine, honeysuckle, orchid, and cut grass, creating a fresh, natural floral scent with a green edge. The fragrances listed vary in additional notes and accords, introducing powdery, smoky, marine, or animalic elements that shift their overall character away from Olene’s specific balance.
- Which fragrances share the most notes with Olene?
- Most fragrances here share jasmine and narcissus, which are central to Olene’s composition. Orchid is shared by Orchid Mantis, and certain fragrances include other floral or green notes, but none replicate the exact combination of Olene’s fresh-cut grass and honeysuckle.
- Are any of these fragrances suitable for someone who likes fresh and clean scents?
- Yes, fragrances such as Orchid Mantis, Absinthe, Aura Maris, and Dead Air offer clean or fresh interpretations of narcissus and jasmine, often combined with aquatic, herbal, or woody notes that add a crisp and refreshing dimension.









