Chaos Fragrances buying guide

The Best YSL MYSLF EDP Clones & Alternatives

Compare Zimaya Itqan Noir, Maison Asrar Rey, La Di Da for Him, and Nikos Sculpture EDT as MYSLF EDP substitutes, with scent differences and wear estimates.

By Chaos Fragrances Independently ranked by the Chaos Fragrances editorial team

Published October 3, 2026 Prices checked October 3, 2026

#1 Fresh MYSLF EDP clone Zimaya Itqan Noir $27.32

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The original vs. the alternatives Which bottle gets closest?

The reference

Myslf EDP #1 Fresh MYSLF EDP clone

Zimaya Itqan Noir

#2MAISON ASRAR Rey

#3Arabiyat Prestige La Di Da For Him

#4Sculpture EDT

01 / The shortlist

The quick picks

Start here if you already know what matters most to you.

Quick answer

#1 Zimaya Itqan Noir: The fresh MYSLF EDP clone candidate, with citrus and orange blossom over a darker woody finish. Eau de Parfum · Estimated 4–7 hours.

#2 Maison Asrar Rey: The richer MYSLF-style alternative, with creamy tonka, vanilla, and a warmer aromatic character. Eau de Parfum · Estimated 8–12 hours.

#3 Arabiyat Prestige La Di Da for Him: The sweet hybrid option, moving from fresh citrus toward a warmer tonka and vanilla drydown. Eau de Parfum · Estimated 6–9 hours.

#4 Nikos Sculpture Homme EDT: The classic orange blossom alternative, with brighter citrus, broader florals, and a sweet resinous base. Eau de Toilette · Estimated 4–6 hours.

Fresh MYSLF EDP clone Zimaya Itqan Noir Eau de Parfum · Estimated 4–7 hours. Citrus and orange blossom follow the EDP direction, with a sharper opening and darker woody finish. $27.32 Shop now →

Best richer alternative MAISON ASRAR Rey Eau de Parfum · Estimated 8–12 hours. Creamy tonka and vanilla make this a warmer MYSLF-style interpretation. $29.99 Shop now →

Arabiyat Prestige La Di Da For Him fragrance bottle

Best sweet hybrid Arabiyat Prestige La Di Da For Him Eau de Parfum · Estimated 6–9 hours. A fresh opening shifts toward a sweeter, warmer tonka and vanilla drydown. $39.99 Shop now →

Yves Saint Laurent MYSLF Eau de Parfum bottle

The reference fragrance

Myslf EDP

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Which MYSLF EDP substitute should you buy?

YSL MYSLF Eau de Parfum puts bergamot and orange blossom over patchouli and modern woody amber. Its appeal is the balance of fresh citrus, soft florals, and a clean musky finish. The reference here is the original 2023 Eau de Parfum. MYSLF Le Parfum, L’Absolu, and Eau de Toilette Intense are separate editions.

Sample Zimaya Itqan Noir first if the fresh EDP direction is your priority. Its bergamot, orange blossom, and woody base follow a related structure, but the opening can feel sharp and the drydown darker or smokier. Plan around an estimated 4–7 hours of detectable skin wear, with shorter results possible. Resemblance does not guarantee YSL’s smoothness or lasting power.

Maison Asrar Rey is the richer MYSLF-style alternative, adding a creamy tonka and vanilla character. Arabiyat Prestige La Di Da for Him takes a hybrid direction: a fresh opening gives way to a sweeter, warmer drydown associated with Stronger With You-style fragrances. Neither is a straight replacement for the EDP’s clean floral balance.

Nikos Sculpture Homme EDT offers citrus and orange blossom in an older composition with a sweeter tonka and benzoin finish. It predates MYSLF and belongs here as an alternative, rather than a clone. Choose the substitute whose differences you enjoy, and compare the original’s current offers if its particular orange blossom texture is the main attraction.

02 / Compare

Compare the best options

A fast side-by-side look at similarity, performance, value and who each fragrance suits best.

Rank	Fragrance	Score	Similarity	Longevity	Best for	Best price
#1	Zimaya Itqan Noir	8.2/10	80%	4–7 hours	the fresh citrus and orange blossom direction of MYSLF EDP	$27.32 Shop now
#2	MAISON ASRAR Rey	8.5/10	75%	8–12 hours	a creamier MYSLF-style fragrance for cooler weather and evening wear	$29.99 Shop now
#3	Arabiyat Prestige La Di Da For Him	8.3/10	70%	6–9 hours	a fresh opening with a sweeter aromatic drydown for dates and evenings	$39.99 Shop now
#4	Sculpture EDT	7.9/10	45%	4–6 hours	a separate citrus and floral composition with a sweet resinous finish	$29.99 Shop now

03 / Reviews

The full ranking

Each pick includes the important differences, tradeoffs and our bottom-line verdict.

Fresh MYSLF EDP clone Best for the fresh citrus and orange blossom direction of MYSLF EDP

Zimaya

Zimaya Itqan Noir

Bergamot and orange blossom develop into a patchouli and woody amber base.

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Choose Zimaya Itqan Noir Eau de Parfum, commonly offered in 100 ml. Itqan Gold is a separate fragrance. Match Noir specifically, then compare size, condition, shipping, and final checkout total against the MYSLF EDP bottle you would otherwise buy.

Chaos score 8.2/10

Similarity 80%

Longevity 4–7 hours

Chaos verdict

The first sample to try in this shortlist when freshness and EDP resemblance matter most. Estimated four to seven hours of detectable skin wear is a useful starting point, with substantially shorter results possible. Try a full wearing before deciding that it can replace your usual MYSLF application.

How it differs from the original

Itqan Noir shares the broad citrus, floral, and woody structure of MYSLF EDP. The opening can have a sharper, almost plastic-like edge, while the drydown may feel darker or smokier. The clean floral texture is less consistently smooth than YSL’s, so matching the note list does not make the scents interchangeable.

What works

A recognizable citrus and orange blossom structure
The most direct fresh EDP clone candidate in this ranking
A practical sample choice before exploring sweeter twists

Tradeoffs

The opening can feel sharp or plastic-like
A darker drydown changes the original’s clean floral balance
Longevity and projection vary substantially by wearer

Best richer alternative Best for a creamier MYSLF-style fragrance for cooler weather and evening wear

MAISON ASRAR

MAISON ASRAR Rey

Bergamot, grapefruit, and geranium meet aromatic pepper and tonka over musk, ambergris, and vanilla.

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Choose Maison Asrar Rey Eau de Parfum, commonly offered in a 100 ml bottle; some retailers label it 3.3 oz. Match Rey specifically, rather than another fragrance in the same bottle family, and compare concentration, actual size, condition, shipping, and checkout total.

Chaos score 8.5/10

Similarity 75%

Longevity 8–12 hours

Chaos verdict

Choose Rey because you enjoy a creamy interpretation, rather than expecting a fresher EDP copy. Estimated eight to twelve hours of detectable skin wear can suit an evening that runs long, although projection may soften much sooner. Start with a modest application and sample the drydown in the weather you plan to wear it.

How it differs from the original

Rey gives the familiar clean MYSLF-style impression a denser, sweeter setting. Tonka, vanilla, and warm spice move it away from the EDP’s lighter orange blossom balance. It can appeal to people who prefer a richer MYSLF direction, but that does not make it an exact clone of Le Parfum either.

What works

Creamy tonka and vanilla add a warmer character
The longest estimated skin-wear range in this shortlist
A useful option when the EDP feels too light for your taste

Tradeoffs

Sweeter and denser than the reference EDP
Warm spice changes the fresh floral impression
Long skin wear does not guarantee strong projection

Best sweet hybrid Best for a fresh opening with a sweeter aromatic drydown for dates and evenings

Arabiyat Prestige

Arabiyat Prestige La Di Da For Him

Citrus and geranium lead into aromatic black pepper and tonka, followed by vanilla and musk.

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Choose Arabiyat Prestige La Di Da for Him Eau de Parfum, commonly offered in 100 ml. Some retailers spell it La Di Dia. Confirm the men’s For Him bottle: For Her is a separate fragrance. Compare actual size, condition, shipping, and final checkout total.

Chaos score 8.3/10

Similarity 70%

Longevity 6–9 hours

Chaos verdict

Sample it when you enjoy freshness initially but want more sweetness later. Estimated six to nine hours of detectable skin wear is a planning range, with shorter and longer results possible. Compare it directly with Rey before buying both: their sweet aromatic finishes may fill a similar role in your collection.

How it differs from the original

La Di Da for Him combines a MYSLF-like fresh opening with a sweeter, warmer finish associated with a Stronger With You-style direction. The tonka and vanilla become more important as it develops. It is a hybrid interpretation, so a familiar opening does not promise the EDP’s drydown.

What works

Moves from freshness toward a warmer sweet finish
A useful evening option for fans of tonka and vanilla
Offers a different development from a straight EDP imitation

Tradeoffs

A hybrid rather than a full-wear MYSLF EDP copy
The sweeter finish may be too dense for humid daytime wear
Can overlap with Rey or other sweet aromatic fragrances

Classic orange blossom alternative Best for a separate citrus and floral composition with a sweet resinous finish

Nikos

Sculpture EDT

Orange blossom and citrus meet jasmine, lily of the valley, rose, and geranium over tonka, benzoin, amber, and cedar.

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Choose Nikos Sculpture Homme Eau de Toilette, commonly offered in 100 ml and sometimes listed simply as Sculpture EDT. Check the concentration and bottle size; Sculpture Parfum and other Sculpture editions are separate products. Compare condition, shipping, and final checkout total.

Chaos score 7.9/10

Similarity 45%

Longevity 4–6 hours

Chaos verdict

Try it for its own orange blossom character, especially when a close MYSLF copy is less important than finding another fragrance you enjoy. Estimated four to six hours of detectable skin wear suits a shorter outing, with weaker and stronger results possible. Match the EDT carefully; Sculpture Parfum is a separate shopping choice.

How it differs from the original

Sculpture Homme EDT predates MYSLF, so it is an alternative with shared citrus and floral territory. Its broader floral heart and sweeter tonka and benzoin base differ from YSL’s modern patchouli and woody amber finish. The citrus can feel sharper initially, and the fragrance often settles closer to skin relatively early.

What works

Orange blossom and citrus provide a related fresh floral direction
A distinctive tonka and benzoin finish
An established alternative with its own composition

Tradeoffs

The least MYSLF EDP resemblance in this ranking
The sweeter resinous base changes the drydown
Projection can soften quickly despite a bright opening

04 / Our process

How we chose these fragrances

This shortlist prioritizes the original MYSLF EDP’s fresh citrus and floral character, then offers distinct alternatives for people who prefer more sweetness or an older orange blossom composition. Itqan Noir is the direct clone candidate; Rey is a richer interpretation, La Di Da for Him is a hybrid, and Sculpture EDT is a separate classic. Longevity ranges estimate detectable skin wear, including the later close drydown. They are planning ranges rather than controlled measurements or promises of continuous projection, and shorter or longer wear is possible. Scores reflect subjective editorial judgment of each recommendation; similarity percentages refer specifically to MYSLF EDP resemblance, not shared ingredients or formula overlap. Skin, application, weather, and nose fatigue affect results. Sample the settled drydown and compare matching bottle sizes before judging value.

The final verdict

Start with Itqan Noir for the fresh MYSLF EDP clone direction. Its sharper opening and variable performance are the main tradeoffs. Choose Rey when a creamier, warmer interpretation appeals, or La Di Da for Him when you want a sweeter hybrid that changes direction as it develops. Sculpture EDT suits those who enjoy citrus and orange blossom but want a separate classic. Compare YSL’s EDP too if its smooth floral and woody balance is the detail you most want to preserve.

For more context, read our MYSLF EDP versus Le Parfum comparison, Y EDP versus MYSLF EDP comparison, and MYSLF EDP value guide.

05 / Questions

Frequently asked questions

Which MYSLF EDP clone should I sample first?

Zimaya Itqan Noir is the first clone candidate to sample in this shortlist for the fresh citrus and orange blossom direction. Expect a sharper opening and a darker woody finish. Compare a full wearing with MYSLF EDP before treating it as a replacement.

Which MYSLF edition does this guide cover?

The reference is the original MYSLF Eau de Parfum introduced in 2023. Le Parfum, L’Absolu, and Eau de Toilette Intense are separate editions. Match the complete name and concentration rather than relying on the MYSLF name alone.

Is Itqan Noir an exact copy of MYSLF EDP?

No. Itqan Noir follows a related citrus, orange blossom, and woody structure, but the opening, texture, drydown, and performance can differ. A similar note list does not prove an identical formula or an identical experience on skin.

Is Maison Asrar Rey closer to EDP or Le Parfum?

Rey is best treated as a richer MYSLF-style interpretation. Its creamy tonka, vanilla, and spice can appeal to people who prefer a warmer direction, but it does not reproduce either edition exactly. Sample it for its own balance rather than buying it as an edition-specific replacement.

What makes La Di Da for Him a hybrid?

Its opening has a MYSLF-like fresh character, while the later wear becomes sweeter and warmer in a Stronger With You-style direction. Choose it if that development appeals. The familiar opening alone does not make it a close match throughout the wear.

Is Nikos Sculpture EDT a MYSLF clone?

No. Sculpture Homme EDT is an older composition that predates MYSLF. Orange blossom and citrus make it a relevant alternative, while its broader floral heart and tonka and benzoin base give it a different finish.

How long do these clones and alternatives last?

Estimated detectable skin wear is 4–7 hours for Itqan Noir, 8–12 hours for Rey, 6–9 hours for La Di Da for Him, and 4–6 hours for Sculpture EDT. These are planning ranges rather than controlled measurements. Individual results can be shorter or longer.

Does longer skin wear mean stronger projection all day?

No. A fragrance can remain detectable close to skin after its scent bubble has softened. Judge the opening presence and later drydown separately. Clothing persistence is also different from skin longevity and is not the basis of the listed ranges.

Which option should I try for office wear?

Start with a light application of Itqan Noir for the fresher clone direction, or sample Sculpture EDT for a separate citrus and floral option. Rey and La Di Da for Him add more sweetness. Respect workplace fragrance preferences and test how each behaves in a shared indoor space.

Which option should I try for dates or cooler weather?

Rey is the first richer alternative to sample for creamy warmth. La Di Da for Him suits people who want a fresh opening followed by a sweeter drydown. Compare both before buying, since their warmer aromatic character may fill a similar role.

Should I buy a clone or the original MYSLF EDP?

Choose a substitute when you enjoy its own drydown and its final checkout total offers worthwhile value. Compare the original too if the smooth orange blossom and woody balance is the reason you like MYSLF. Match concentration, volume, and bottle condition before assessing savings.

Are the scores and similarity percentages measured?

No. Both express subjective editorial estimates. Similarity refers specifically to the original MYSLF EDP, while the score reflects the recommendation overall. Neither measures formula overlap, proves an exact clone, or guarantees the same result for every wearer.

Disclosure: Chaos Fragrances may earn a commission when you click retailer links on this page. Prices and availability are subject to change. Editorial rankings are independent of retailer commissions. Brand names belong to their respective owners, and this guide reflects independent editorial judgment. Similarity is subjective, and even the closest option is not an exact substitute.