DUPE FRAGRANCES: Gone Too Far? Rethinking Clone Perfumes

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Hello, fragrance friends! 🥰 Sharing recent reflections on dupe, imitation, clone perfumes. Share your thoughts in the comments!
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[@VeronicaSays]

Please share your thoughts in the comments! 👍 Keep it cordial - we're all on the same "smell good" team. 💖🥰

[@twitterblackdove]

Hi Veronica. Is it legally safe to announce that the fragrance is a dupe or an impression? I've read in social media, maybe in a fragrance lover's group on Facebook, that while the bottles are fair game for lawsuits, the juice is not. And that actually makes sense to me. Having written that, I wonder if the different clone houses leave it up to all of us to determine what they make is trying to duplicate? By the way, some make original fragrances which is very cool too. Have you discovered an original that you love?

[@VeronicaSays]

@twitterblackdove yes, what you've read is correct. The "scent" cannot be trademarked or legally protected as original design, so it stands to reason that saying something is a dupe or inspired is fine since there is no legal restriction preventing the replication of a scent. And yes, I know many make originals, too, but because of the heavy production of and focus on dupes (at least as marketed to the U.S.), finding an original is a needle in a haystack activity when it comes to some of the popular dupe houses (which is how they've come to be known in the U.S. market).

[@kara8911]

The price is the sole reason I buy dupes. I cannot afford “expensive” perfumes so a dupe is the only way, like you said, for me to still participate in this hobby that I enjoy.

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Kara! 💖 That's when dupes serve a real purpose! 💯

[@shave-a-thon3415]

@@VeronicaSays I've bought so many clones of Aventus that I could have bought the actual fragrance for that money! I have about 4 BR540 clones but the total cost still isn't close to the price of a decent sized bottle of BR540!

[@VeronicaSays]

@@shave-a-thon3415 a lot of people have the same experience trying to find the best dupe. They could have purchased the real thing after all that expense! 🤦‍♀️

[@shave-a-thon3415]

@@VeronicaSays The biggest problem I have with buying fragrances that cost $200 or more (or even approaching that amount) is that I'm always disappointed by the performance by nearly every fragrance. Either my skin has become like a sponge as I've aged, or time and several bouts with Covid have reduced my sense of smell, but I rarely get the beastmode performance that reviewers on KZbin rave about no matter the fragrance. Perhaps it's because I bought some real powerhouses 30+ years ago, during the days before reformulations and limitations on oakmoss and other compounds. I never needed a stopwatch to time performance back then. Whatever I sprayed or splashed in any kind of weather lasted from morning to mid afternoon or later.

[@UchechiEOpara]

@@shave-a-thon3415listen, the lure of BR540 clones is the first pitfall of new entrants in fragrance discovery. I’m so glad to have sold all of my dupes, only have the original Extrait now (& AG’s “Cloud”… which I always insist isn’t technically a dupe.👀😊).

[@MoonBeamsChild]

I was watching a video of a young lady visiting this beautiful shop in Dubai. The owner has been in the fragrance business for many years. He is surrounded buy rows upon rows of fragrance oils. It is said you can bring him a bottle of anything and he can recreate it right on the spot. Makes me wonder, who's copying who? Nobody stops to think that maybe the brands we love here in the US are copies of something they found in some far off place.

[@VeronicaSays]

Also this ⬆️ Thank you for highlighting this point. The copying thing goes in all directions! 💯

[@ToniaAlex13]

Food for thought

[@aesinam]

oh definitely especially the oudy ones

[@martinsykora1989]

Yusuf Bhai is the man you are referring to. I had the pleasure meeting him and he formulated a fragrance of my daughter right in front of our eyes. I must admit it was very close but not identical, but what it was was a beautiful, unique outcome. He has exploded now and has millions of followers and has now become a must visit destination in Dubai...

[@letgobandit]

What in the FIRST WORLD PROBLEMS! What I've noticed is that no one who is against dupes has an issue with WESTERN brands duping MIDDLE EASTERN frags. It's like they don't even notice it. I will spend my money as I see fit. smh

[@VeronicaSays]

I agree, and you'll hear me mention this in the video. Thanks for watching. 💖 First world problems, indeed.

[@inzinael-khoury2092]

I agree with you, what really bothers me after trying Arabic perfumes is how Western brands shamelessly charge and prize their products, no more their perfumes for me,

[@mz_bi]

This!

[@HarrisPilton789]

This whole controversy about dupe fragrances seems very strange to me, given the popularity of dupe clothing, shoes and accessories that are sold in fast fashion and department stores. Zara in particular, became popular with a business strategy based on duping the couture designs featured in the runway shows. Practically everything that is mass produced is a dupe of something more expensive. If people are truly against dupes, then don’t buy dupes of ANY kind. Buy original items only for fragrances, shoes, accessories, art, photography, home furnishings, etc.

[@VeronicaSays]

This ⬆️ Well said 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 I have nothing more to add 🎤

[@shaimael-elaimy590]

I have to agree with you 100%

[@manuka7313]

I agree !! Like here in the UK 🇬🇧 we have a store called Primark and they literally dupe clothing, accessories, makeup, fragrances, homeware etc etc.! No one is complaining about it.

[@CathyVaughn-ph3lr]

You are so right on, I watch a lot of makeup videos and talk about dupes. I do not think you are going to get away from it so I guess the bottom line is to each his own:)

[@eryabolonha]

When you have a large collection, buying a 'dupe' unknowingly, and finding out you already have the original? Ah the deception hits different 😢😩

[@VeronicaSays]

This ⬆️ That's my point exactly. Thank you for confirming.

[@joeyriddle]

So true, I’ll definitely be checking with fragrantica , great tip, BTW!

[@latonyagipson-bowman9186]

I'm with you ....I actually enjoy dupes clones or whatever they are called because it helps me decide what I want the original of

[@VeronicaSays]

Yes, they are one way to try the fragrance "concept" without spending a ton.

[@inevra4053]

I personally refuse to spend >$100 on scented alcohol, so if a dupe of a $300 scent profile that I love exist, I'll get that and spend the rest of my money on my life's necessities. Sure, I can get decants of originals, but I'm not a collector; when I buy my perfumes, I WEAR them. 20ml decants cost as much as a 100ml dupe where I live, so decants are not an option for my daily drivers. Fragrance elitists just cannot understand the mindset of the non-wealthy, istg

[@VeronicaSays]

I totally understand! Life's necessities come first. Fragrance is not a need And, by the way, so many fragrance "elitists" are not even wealthy. Some are going into deep credit card debt for this hobby. Let that sink in. 🤦‍♀️

[@lisaallen1709]

As long as the company is making it clear that they are duping a fragrance, I don’t have an issue with dupes. There are some fragrances that I want to experience that I may never have a chance to because the price is too prohibitive for me. I do have a problem with some of the people that are in several fragrance groups I belong to belittling people who purchase dupes and acting far superior for having the originals. This is a hobby for me, and I feel like the “bullies” ruin this for some. To each their own is my feeling.

[@VeronicaSays]

I'm with you 💯 percent! Imagine living in a world where people get put down for buying a dupe. 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️ Makes no sense. Agree with dupes being an affordable way for many to try a fragrance style!

[@elisfragrance]

@@VeronicaSays​​⁠consider a dupe sometimes, as a cover for a nice song; sometimes you want the song done differently, say crossover from R&B to Rock and you appreciate it but you vibe with the cover more, sometimes you can still prefer the real thing, in some cases, you find out about the real song from its cover. They’re times when the cover artist throws in his own twist that makes the song better suited for workout or dinner date or listening to in your office (cross over frags), sometimes the cover artist blurs out particular vulgarity that makes the original song hard to listen to, sometimes the cover does it more emotionally, sometimes done in a cheaper studio, sometimes it’s same sound quality. It’s art in itself. Finally there are songs on your collection you like so much that you repeatedly want to hear covers of, no matter how many times Perfume duping is like music covers

[@VeronicaSays]

@@elisfragrance I dig that! 🫶🥰💖

[@joelladoobrow2817]

Bravo 👏 for saying that fragrance is not an investment at least someone said this out Loud. It drives me bananas when people say it’s an investment.

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Joella! 💖 Yes, "investment" is used too casually in this way and I think it confuses people newer to the hobby.

[@jusblack_thabi]

What bothers me about the Dupe discussion is that when MFK and Initio even Xerjoff, drew inspiration from Rose’s vanille to create Gentle fluidity, Atomic Rose and K’bridge club the girlies were not upset. Infact only have good things to say about those fragrances and fragrance houses. When other companies dupe Atomic Rose and Gentle Fluidity suddenly people buying those dupes are morally eroded and support the theft of perfumer’s intellectual property. When Sospiro & Thameen pumps out dupe after dupe, packaged differently their creations are called masterpieces.

[@VeronicaSays]

Please say THIS louder for the people in the back of the room. 🎤 Amen.

[@petyaivanova9629]

Yup, don't forget thay Xerjoff's Gran Ballo is basically a dupe for Juicy Couture Viva La Juicy and PDM's Meliora is a dupe for Lalique Amethyst and I have seen people stating that's the other way around, because they somehow can't wrap their minds on the fact that a niche house can dupe a designer. It's the double standard that drives me mad. 🤨

[@VeronicaSays]

@@petyaivanova9629 You stated that well - it's consumer bias. 💯💯💯

[@penelopepalm]

Came here to say this 🙌🏻

[@raquelkutsch5600]

I would love to learn more about these niche houses duping designers! If I spend that much $ it should be original - thus I hesitate to buy - I don’t want to pay for the 80% markup!

[@alexandrawormuth1986]

Veronica, I totally get the "on sale" thing. Would not surprise me if my tombstone said, "Never pay retail!"

[@VeronicaSays]

LMBO! 😂😂😂 Same here, my friend! 💯🙌

[@Amaonsbru]

Personally, when I buy a fragrance I want the whole experience with a nice box, bottle and so forth. Therefore I've never really been interested in dupes. I realize that I'm in a privileged position being able to do that and it's my personal choice. In that sense, no hate to people who love dupes and we all spend our hard-earned money however we want.

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Amanda! 💖 I totally understand and appreciate your point of view. I get it! 💯 Thanks for sharing. 🫶

[@KberlyJson]

I agree with you, I want the full experience. I want the packaging. I want the bottle I want the full experience but I like dupes to have an extended test period of an expensive fragrance. I got a dupe of BR540, and had to buy the real one! But I got a dupe of Lost Cherry and I decided not to get it.

[@shelbyc6972]

@@KberlyJson I did exactly the same thing. I got a couple of dupes of br540 but I still could not resist buying the real perfume. I have a dupe of bal de afrique I am not tempted to buy the real one as it does not last more than 2hrs on me but the dupe lasts 6-7hrs and it smells like the real perfume.

[@subjectivescents2571]

@@shelbyc6972 Hi which dupe Did you find for Bal D’afrique that lasts would love to try.

[@dgm3033]

Oh but Arabian dupe fragrances come with better presentation than for the OGs we have been buying, better packaging, better bottles. Half the time we are just paying for the name really, whats the point

[@eseir64]

I was at TJ Maxx and I sampled two fragrances that were out of this world. The presentation was well done as well (A leather bottle and a great sprayer). I bought both of them and it turns out that they are clones of two high-end fragrances. Basically $30 for both instead of $400. With fragrances, I do not feel the same way that I would do if I was wearing a fake Rolex. I can live with fragrance clones because 99% of the population (if not more) would have no clue as to what I am wearing. I do not feel weird wearing dupes. It is just a scent. As it is, many of the high-end brands are not even making the same quality products they used to make years ago. The products are more diluted and yet they are not making it known. Quite deceiving as well. And no, I would not wear a fake Rolex.

[@VeronicaSays]

Great point about dupes of scent vs dupes of other products. Hadn't thought of it that way. Glad you found a great deal at TJ Maxx! Love that store. Are you willing to share what you purchased? I'm curious; aka NOSY. 😄

[@CathyVaughn-ph3lr]

I just started getting into to fragrance at 71 years of age. On a fixed income I am happy to buy a dupe, but want to know it is a reputable company. I just came across your channel tonight, and am so pleased with your direct approach, will now binge watch your videos.

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Cathy! Welcome to the channel! 💖🥰 Glad you're here!

[@lisabafundo4355]

Wow Veronica, what an extremely well thought out video, your candor and honesty is truly admirable, your experience and advice is so so valued and appreciated 😊 just WOW my girl👏😊thank you❤

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you so much, Lisa! 💖 I'm glad the points in the video resonated with you. 🫶🫶🫶🥰🥰🥰

[@jacalynanderson1340]

I view perfume dupes as I do any product. Nothing is truly original, but it should be disclosed it’s an inspiration of whatever fragrance. I buy Equate toothpaste compared to Tom’s Fluoride Free, it’s stated on the package Big box stores, grocery stores dupe almost everything, stating compared to. Most of us can’t afford $200-$300 perfumes so dupes/ clones serve their purpose, but we need to be informed before the purchase.

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Jacalyn! 💖 I 💯 agree with your entire comment. I buy generic products ALLLLL the time, especially when the SAME parent company packages the EXACT same product in a generic package to sell at a lower price point to a different segment of the consumer market. 💯💯💯

[@letgobandit]

Many people who are into fragrance see the fragrances they have as a status symbol which strongly influences their opinion on this matter. In fact, I would say most in the fragrance community aren't into it because they are abject fragrance junkies like I am but because they want to be seen to be wearing certain fragrances. Like people who spend on things like Gucci belts and slides.

[@VeronicaSays]

So you notice this, too? Isn't that something? 🤔 That's a whole different Dr. Phil episode, but I could not agree more.

[@letgobandit]

@@VeronicaSays I'd definitely make for a spicy video.

[@beakeyes8902]

I have watched so many dupe reviews and this is my favorite by far. It is non judgmental, educational, smart, informative, and so full of knowledge. Very classy and I feel being new to dupe houses I have learned the most here. Thank you for that ❤

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you for your kind comment. I'm glad the video was helpful. 🙏💖

[@empressnampreti1174]

I love how real, down to earth and straight forward you are. It is a very rare find to find people like you everyone’s trying to be somebody else, but somebody else is already taken!

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you so much. In a world where you can be anyone, just be yourself, right? 💖🙏🥰💯

[@deannstanglenny9431]

Transparency is key for me , I totally agree. I do love beautiful arty bottles as well, so I get it🧡and there is something for everyone out there within their price point and pleasure. You’re a great human ❤️🧡S

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you so much! 💖 Yes, there is something for every taste and budget! 💯🥰

[@kellymoore4964]

Hey V! I thoroughly appreciate this video and your thoughts. I’m with you on dupes being totally fine. I’m also against all of the arguing. Like you said, we have enough problems in the world. We don’t need to be arguing about smell goods 😂 Anyway, just letting you know you’re appreciated and admired for your maturity and integrity 💕💕

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you so much, Kelly! 💖 I really appreciate it! Arguing about perfume is just the most insane waste of time. Mind boggling!

[@lisawithans]

Im with you Veronica. Gosh we are here for fun because of a love of perfumes that we have!

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Lisa! Yes, we just want to smell good, right? 💯👌

[@gladhead]

Precisely!

[@ms.c76]

Exactly! ❤

[@lorrainewilson4002]

Hi Veronica.. can I say I so welcome your input , your knowledge, experience and whole approach and delivery is just vantastic , your so clear , concise and pleasent in the way you come across . And so down to earth ..Best on KZbin...thank you , I'm learning so much from you & loving my journey through the world of perfume , its a joyfull experience ❤

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Lorraine! 💖 Thank you for your kind comment! I really appreciate it and I'm glad you're enjoying the content. 🥰

[@jetaboveclouds]

Thank you so much Veronica. You know how much I love your channel. You have been so helpful to me. I have bought expensive bottles and the real deal, but you introduced me to some dupes and that was really as helpful too! You do so much for us. Thank you for telling me about Moira. I have Herod but believe it or not Moira lasts longer and works for my everyday life. These dupes are really good for when you want to wear something everyday but don't want to go through your expensive scent so fast!

[@VeronicaSays]

Awww thank you for your kind comment! 🥰💖 I'm glad Moira is working out for you - it's a really solid dupe! I agree that they are great if you want to preserve the expensive original.

[@JenK126]

You’re so smart and well spoken. I truly enjoy listening to your assessment of “everything perfume. “

[@VeronicaSays]

Aww thank you kindly! 🥰💖🥰💖

[@katecurry3180]

A very interesting and thoughtful discussion!! I really enjoyed it! I like the Alexandria perfumes and infact they are one of the few bottles I have completely used up and repurchased. I didn’t know about their Virgin Island Water dupe so I will definitely be buying that! Thanks❤

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Kate! 💖 Thank you so much! I love Alexandria. Definitely try Hawaii Volcano - it's fabulous! 👌👌👌

[@katecurry3180]

@@VeronicaSays I sure will!!

[@Naturallyliz41]

I just purchased the inspired version of La Capitals from Julianna’s perfumes. I’m super excited. This was a fantastic thought provoking video! I love these types of videos!!

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you, Liz! Hope you love your new Julianna's Perfume bottle! 💖💖💖

[@DeniseAdore]

Hey Veronica! 👋🏽💜 I really enjoy the dupes in my collection 😉 for some reason I like to have dupes of the expensive fragrances I already own. Idk if that’s weird but when I have a good dupe I can still get the satisfaction of the scent I want for that day without spraying too much of my expensive fragrance. As you know, I’m a heavy sprayer so having a good dupe saves me money in the long run from repurchasing expensive fragrances often.

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Denise! 💖 I totally get it. You're not alone! Many folks buy dupes for the same reason as you. And you have some really great dupes - your collection is wonderful! 👍

[@rhondamiddleton281]

I’m one that shop from all the houses you’ve mentioned and I’m one that shopped on Mercari. The fragrances has to meet the consumers expectations and that’s what’s missing, so be careful for scams. I really like your vids V. Great one of many you do. ❤🎉😂

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you, Rhonda! 💖 Yes, we do have to watch for scams, especially on the second-hand market. Only purchase from trusted sellers. 👍👍👍

[@barbarapagan9787]

I absolutely adore Junoon Noir and Hawaii Volcano Intense along with a couple others from Alexandria. They serve their purpose in my collection for now and I agree that at the end of the day we all just want to smell “good”. Thanks for always being a positive channel in the fragrance community 😊

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you Barbara! 💖🫶 Although my time with the Junoon line came to a close, I still vouch for how amazing they are and still highly recommend them!!

[@barbarapagan9787]

@@VeronicaSays I haven’t tried any of the others but I do plan on getting a bottle of Dama Bianca. But for now I’m enjoying JN as my collection continues to grow and while I try out new fragrances.

[@kathleenmcdonald4888]

Hello Veronica, thank you for your lovely channel. It is always a highlight of my day. I agree with many of your opinions. Great presentation. As a hospice and palliative care physician that witnesses death and dying on a daily basis I have trouble relating to the nonsense surrounding a dupe. Personally, I worry about other things. I own high end, dupes, designer, niche, celebrity, and out right " cheapies". I love them all. I also feel every woman deserves to smell good. Many hard working women are single moms, on a budget, going to school, ect, and so forth. Honestly, I think dupes are great. How different are perfume dupes from dupes of computers, phones, shoes, cloths, houseware items, and basically anything one can think of????? Walmart and Target are the ultimate in grand duping for the masses that may not be able to afford high end luxury items. Regardless, I think there are far more important issues on the planet to worry about than perfume dupes, for example death, dying, and children starving. For those internet trolls that have nothing better to do than argue over this topic, I say find a hobby and maybe volunteer at a soup kitchen, shelter, or hospice. I love Dossier. Did you know if you send back one of their products they donate the fragrance to someone who cannot afford it? Thank you again for the thought provoking and wonderful video. I love my morning coffee and Veronica.

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Kathleen! 💖 I agree. Let's keep real issues real and everything else is just dust in the wind compared to life and death issues. Well said. And I agree on the duping in other market spaces - that's the point I was making in that voiceover section of the video. Thank you for your thoughtful comment! I wholeheartedly agree! 🥰🫶

[@12prettythings10]

Hi Dr. I just wanted to send you a warm hug of friendship. I can't imagine all the difficult things you are surrounded with on a daily basis. Take care of yourself and don't let yourself get burned out.

[@kathleenmcdonald4888]

You made my day prettythings. I just relocated to Gainesville Florida for a new position. Sending you a hug right back pretty lady.@@12prettythings10

[@VeronicaSays]

@@12prettythings10 that is so kind of you. I can't imagine how difficult her job is. 🙏🙏🙏

[@caroljohnson5681]

Thanks to you I can enjoy the esthetics of a high end fragrance and all the new things on the market which thoroughly enjoy. I also love dupes and the hunt to find discounted fragrances that I otherwise could not afford. Fragrance World is fun 🤩

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Carol! 💖 Thank you so much! 🥰 I love the whole spectrum of fragrances also. 👍👍👍

[@melibnice2126]

Great content once again!! Love it! Enjoy your weekend!♥️ Thanks for sharing!🤗

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you, Meli! 💖💖💖 Have a fabulous weekend! 🥰

[@jackiesasfai4162]

I couldn’t agree more about knowing it’s a dupe of something before buying. I bought Mysterio like you have and gave it to my Mom. She loves it. I absolutely want to know prior to purchasing! I also have several Orientica and I really like them! I can’t do Dua’s and I’m sure they are good however, I really love the beautiful and different bottle the originals are in. It’s the aesthetics! Loved this and your take! It’s just everyone’s right to know! Beautifully said Veronica! Have a great weekend!💖

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you so much, Jackie! 💖 It's frustrating to buy and realize later you already have the scent. Sigh. I do enjoy my Orientica and Al Haramain dupes. I enjoy looking at using pretty bottles, too! 🙌💯

[@sheilaostrander1274]

Love Love Love this video.....your so down to earth .

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you, Sheila! 💖🥰

[@Rirs_C]

Hi Miss Veronica, 💐👋 Thank you for trying out Inspired or Dupe Fragrances from different Houses and introducing it to your channel. Truly it will change one's perspective with enjoying smelling good & saving a fraction of their earnings.😊

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you! 💖 It's been fun to try out so many different ones. 🥰

[@mariezapanta8839]

Hello Veronica! This is an awesome video. I, personally, don’t have anything against dupes although I would rather buy the original if I can afford it. But then certain fragrances that had been discontinued or hard to find, like Gourmand Coquin, I can only experience thru dupes, that’s when I really appreciate what these dupe companies do. Also, I found an excellent dupe for Lost Cherry that I can add on or layer with it to improve Lost Cherry’s performance or longevity….so thanks for these dupe houses. I have a big fragrance collection and 3 dupes that I consider as amazing as the original ones. I really enjoyed this video, thanks! 👏👏👏

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Marie! 💖 Thank you so much. Dupes are great for trying hard to find or discontinued fragrance styles, or for ones where you'd like better performance. 👌👌👌

[@9cvb]

I just subscribed to your channel. 😊 I appreciate how you share your opinions without being toxic, I also like your humor. Thank you so much for the recommendations as usual, especially for folks like me who are on a budget 😊

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you so much! 💖🥰 I never want to be toxic - we all have enough stress in our regular day-to-day lives. 💯💯💯 Glad you're enjoying the content.

[@Roxannesretreat]

I am 1000% with you! Transparency is key. I personally only own 2 dupe fragrances and I just happened upon them. I wish I knew but I made the best of them Definitely too many other issues in the world to argue about “smelly water” love that term ! Live and Let Live is what I say! Great video btw ! ❤

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you, Roxanne! 💖 Yes, let's let people live their own best lives. Arguing about perfume is ludicrous. 🥰🥰🥰

[@shanamob]

You have made some great points about dupes vs original perfume. I have no problem with dupes. I purchase both. To me everything on the market has a dupe….clothes, jewelry, medicine, food. I like your idea of purchasing dupes of hard to find fragrances or fragrances we like but know it’s just special occasion only when we wear them

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Shana! 💖 Yes, dupes are in all segments of the retail marketplace. I buy generic house products, medicine, beauty products, etc. I have no issues with it, aside from the points I raised here. Thanks for weighing in! 🫶🙏

[@kareninthevalley]

I found this video super helpful, as a newer perfume enthusiast. I recently bought a UAE brand's dupe of BR540. I haven't even smelled BR540! but i wanted to see what the fuss was about. It's a quality perfume, no doubt, with GREAT presentation. But it's too saffrony for me and is a clothing-saturation beast. I didn't read far enough in Fragrantica. I gambled I'd like the scent enough and there was no smaller bottle, but the price was right. Your views were extremely fair and balanced, and i thank you for making this video as well as giving tips on the fragrances you're really happy with. Go Veronica!

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Karen! 💖 Thank you so much. I do try to be fair and represent different viewpoints, even on controversial topics. You are not alone in thinking BR 540 (or its dupes) are too heavy on the saffron.

[@ms.c76]

Exactly! “ everyone has a different definition of what is expensive “ . That’s why l love your videos because you give different budgets and you are very real! ❤ I am a teacher and l wear dupes for my job and when l can save to buy the original perfume, l wear them for special occasions. You are so right about “ with everything in this world that already dives us as humans we are going to add an argument about original vs dupe “ 👏👏👏 Lets just share the love of smelling good and stop judging ❤

[@VeronicaSays]

This ⬆️ As a former teacher, I totally understand about wanting to use dupes for work. And yes, let's find something worthwhile to argue about. Perfume is NOT. 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️

[@cbs0831]

Loved this video, Veronica, excellent points! I’m with you. I want transparency to rule the dupes. If the scent is a dupe, tell us. Tell us on the site or at the shop that the scent is an ‘homage’ or inspired-by. It is our money we’re spending, and as consumers we have the right to know what product we are being presented with. We’re adults and WE will choose what to buy, but tell us the truth from the get-go.

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you so much! 💖🥰 And yes, I just want to know what I'm buying. It's that simple for me. 👍👍👍

[@kerrimorton]

Hello Veronica! This was an enlightening video about dupes. I totally agree with everything you said about dupes. Bath and BodyWorks seems to dupe everything without telling us too. I’m not mad at it though.

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Kerri! 💖 Thank you so much. Yes, BBW covers the waterfront! 😂

[@deneliadunn7115]

I’m with you Veronica! I love a good dupe but I want to be aware of that that is indeed what I’m getting. Also there is getting to be such a flood of dupes on the market that it literally shuts me down, or maybe transports me into the twilight zone as well! 😂

[@VeronicaSays]

Yes! This ⬆️ Dupes are growing like mushrooms. 😄 It can be hard to know where to focus attention. Thanks for calling that out! 👍👍👍

[@HelenH]

You know I just love you and your honesty. I love a good dupe. We all know this. However, I'm with you on knowing what I'm getting before I buy it. Also, I removed myself from 6 fragrance groups. I don't do mess, and I'm all about protecting my peace. Thank you for always being Authentically you.

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Helen! 💖 I love a good dupe too. No shame in that game. And good for you for exiting those toxic groups. Talk about a waste of energy and time. What's wrong with folks? 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️

[@VeronicaSays]

Also, THANK YOU 🥰🫶🙏

[@Jina_Lewise]

Thank you so much for this review... ❤❤

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Jina! 💖 Thank you for watching 🫶

[@jaxbeautifulyou]

Such a well thought out video! ❤❤❤

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you so much, Jackie! 💖🥰

[@JMW969]

I have loved fragrances all my life but could never afford trying different ones on my skin so dupes for me have been a way of exploring smells and sensations I couldn't explore before. This has helped me try these to further decide if the original is really a purchase I'm willing to make or if I could make. Sometimes the originals are unreachable for me so dupes it's a way to enjoy master pieces (fragrance masterpieces) I would never be able to enjoy any other way. I agree with you regarding wanting to know ahead of time when a fragrance is a dupe or an inspiration. I'm all for transparency and not knowing seems shady in my opinion. Thanks for being direct and honest. I love that from anyone but specially from contact creators. I don't like to feel pushed one way or another and specifically I don't like to feel pushed to buy anything. 😊😊

[@VeronicaSays]

I 💯 agree with all of this. Affordability is a major draw for dupes, especially when we're talking about pricey originals. I don't like being pushed to buy anything either. I need to take my time and consider my decision privately. 👌👌👌

[@roseayalaperfumeaddict5059]

You already know I love this video ❤

[@VeronicaSays]

Aw thank you my friend! 💖🥰

[@deejaybee5361]

What a great video! I love everything you said in this one. I have mixed feelings about dupes, but I do purchase some. A couple of things I wanted to say: first off, I also hate the DUA bottles! I did just order some though since they were having a big sale. We'll see how that goes. I've never smelled a DUA scent before. 2. I love the brands that list their original inspirations (i.e. "inspired by D&G Light Blue"). So, for that reason, I do often look at the brands that do that, like Oakcha, Alexandria, Dua, and Dossier.

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you so much! 💖 I feel the same as you about Dua bottles and about being clear what I'm purchasing. 👍

[@lifeonabudget8513]

Wonderful video, Veronica! I have a few dupes. But I only purchased them because the original just cost too darm much. The only original I purchased after owning its dupe is Psychedelic Love. I had to own it, it's so beautiful to me. I hate not knowing something is a dupe or inspiration, as well! Twice this has happened and I was like "WTF!"😂

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi! 💖 Yes, affordability is a big draw for dupes. I totally get it. And yes, that WTF feeling is not good. That was my point! 💯💯💯

[@tammyroxanne.]

Yes transparency is key!! 🙌🏼 I don’t mind dupe houses but I want to KNOW what I’m getting!! 👍🏻 ..I tried to stay awake and watch this video at my sisters house but we were up til 3 both nights having some wine and working on music! We’re getting back into performing, so exciting!

[@VeronicaSays]

Girl! Enjoy your sister and making music! That's so exciting! Thanks for trying to watch, but live your best life! 💖🥰

[@tammyroxanne.]

@@VeronicaSays well I’m back home now so I’m all rested up and watching- loving what you have to say!! ❤️❤️

[@VeronicaSays]

@@tammyroxanne. awww thank you! 🫶💖

[@charmainekelly6974]

I love dupes!!! I always try to find the dupe for all of my high-end fragrances. That way, I can stretch my high-end scent by using less and layering it on top of the dupe. And then, as you said, some dupes smell and perform better than the high-end scent. That's always a plus! Everyone should buy what they can afford periodt!!!

[@VeronicaSays]

I agree! 💖 Thanks for watching 🥰

[@TechGeekDame]

I can appreciate both. I really don't mind if the scent is a dupe or not as long it smells good to me and lasts. 😍

[@VeronicaSays]

I hear you! Thanks for watching and weighing in! 💖💖💖

[@TechGeekDame]

@@VeronicaSays ❤❤❤

[@mahederayele6683]

loving the No BS approach!

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you! 💖

[@Naturallyliz41]

Good Morning Veronica I promise I knew this video was coming!!!!

[@VeronicaSays]

Hey girl, hey! 💖 Hope you enjoy the chat this morning 🥰

[@just.jaimie.]

I agree 100%. I know the ones you’re referring to that gave you pause and I thought I was alone in this but I was also pretty shocked and immediately thought “are they allowed to do this?”. I have a couple of dossier and one dua fragrance. I was turned off after buying several dua and finding this odd underlying burnt rubber scent to all but one. Oh and I have one oakcha, I bought the oakcha version of gypsy water after burning through my $200 bottle in one summer and the oakcha one is equally beautiful and equally appalling in its performance but I can afford to burn through that bottle 😂 Alexandria and be layered have been on my radar for a couple years but I generally prefer to just buy original scents personally, though I’m not against dupes, that’s just my preference.

[@VeronicaSays]

Rumor has it that legal action was taken against the company. I don't know if there is any truth to that, nor do I know if anything came of it. Legally, fragrance cannot be trademarked or copyrighted, as I understand it. I don't know if the same applies to bottle design. No idea. Oakcha's Gypsy Water dupe definitely performs better than the Byredo version! And I know what you mean about the burnt rubber thing in Dua. Ew. 🥴

[@Joss-Fragrance-Mixology]

Yes!!! 👏👏👏 I don’t have a problem with dupes but the world does not need another BR540 dupe 😅 I agree with you about the aggravation of “sneaky dupes” and that perfume is not an investment. So many excellent points in this video 👍

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Joss! 💖 Yup. Just tell us! We'll still purchase but at least we know. And no, no more BR540 dupes! For the love of God! 😬😂 Thank you!

[@thefragrantician]

​@@VeronicaSayshell to the yes......😂😂

[@sharonlee2005]

I totally agree with everything you had to say in this video. I enjoy dua and oakcha and alexandria and I love love love the variety and price of "generic perfumes ". The ones that tell you they are dupes or inspired fragrances are the best,

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Sharon! 💖 Yes, dupes are an affordable way to have a wide variety of fragrances without breaking the bank. 🫶🫶🫶

[@daniellelindgren2099]

I totally agree with you about the same bottles from the dupe houses.

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you for weighing in! 💖🙏

[@terriescents]

YES finally someone said it about releases that hide their duplicity!! I'm fine with whatever, as long as it is honest. It's now the first question I ask when a new/unknown brand contacts me: are these fragrances originals or copies? Turns out it is quite the conversation killer, lol!! xx

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Terrie! 💖 You are smart to ask. Why not just tell consumers? I think it would actually boost sales! Seriously. 🤦‍♀️

[@zsu3853]

Great video😊😊I bought once Haramian Amber Oud Tobacco Edition,I enjoyed the nice cinnamon vibe,after month I heared this shall be a dupe from TF 😊😊anyway…I think is a wonderful scent ,and that’s the matter😊😊😊❤❤❤

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you, and yes, the tobacco version is super good. 🥰🥰🥰

[@bethannromeo846]

I have a mini-size Jo Malone Wood Sage & Sea Salt, and a decant of Byredo Bal D'afrique - both of which I really like. But they are obviously very small and don't last long. I ordered the Oil Perfumery rollers to match each of those, in hopes of layering the perfumes with the oils to extend the longevity, and also stretch out my small bottle. :) It works pretty well! It's also easy to throw the oil roller ball in your purse for touch-ups to keep the scent going throughout the day. Just a little hack I came up with, although maybe everyone has already thought of that! Veronica, love your channel, thanks for everything!

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you so much, Bethann! 💖 You're not alone. Many people purchase oils for this same purpose - great hack! 👍👍👍

[@Beautylover_NicoleCherise]

I love inspired/dupes. I feel a lot of people can’t afford $200+ on a fragrance so it helps in that way. I do agree, the same exact bottle is a lot and does take away that artsy production. Great video love!!! 🫶🏾🫶🏾♥️♥️♥️

[@goodfay]

I'm over paying $200 for right now. Giving that a break

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you so much, Nicole! 💖 Affordability is a huge draw for dupes fragrances for sure. 👌👌👌

[@laurel_luxe]

I'm with you about preferring visual differentiation in my bottles ❤ One of my favorite brands (Dedcool) has practically identical bottles for their perfumes and since they are indie AND awesome I'm okay with it for now but I hope they change in the future 🙂

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Laurel! 💖🥰 At least with Dedcool it's their own unique aesthetic, you know? Thanks for watching ✨️🫶

[@latonyagipson-bowman9186]

I agree with everything you said. Julianna's, Dapper, DUA, Dossier are houses I truly enjoy

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you, Latonya! Glad the reflections resonated with you and made sense. 🙏🙏🙏

[@peacecat30]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts on dupes! I've had mixed success with dupes in the past. Alexandria and Alt are the ones I've had the best luck with. Dua disappoints me nearly every time so I've stopped purchasing from them. Mostly I look to dupes when I'm interested in a high end fragrance that I don't have anyway of sampling. While the dupe may not be spot on, it will usually give me enough of an idea if I like the scent enough to pull the trigger on the OG. I sampled dupes of MM Coffee Break and Bond 9 Greenwhich Village and fell in love with both enough to buy the originals. But I am perfectly happy to use Alexandria's China Affair and save my money from purchasing Coromandel. 🙂 Its so nice to have options!!

[@VeronicaSays]

China Affair is lovely! Not quite the original, but close enough, as the expression goes. Thanks for sharing your opinion. Dua has been very hit or miss for me also (as well as some other dupe houses). Greenwich Village is so pretty! 🥰🥰🥰

[@gladhead]

I love to perfume myself; that is my base when bying a fragrance. If my ethical and moral standards are not compromised I will buy what pleases my senses. This week, I wore my Junoon Noir by Al Haramain twice and my L'Aventure Femme by the same house. At the time of purchase I was not aware of the dupe situation. I was a signature fragrance lady for decades and started with this passion maybe 3 or 4 years ago. Today, I will buy those two fragrance again. It "itches" me when is a dupe from bottle to scent. It is a one on one situation for me. Looking gorgeous, Verónica! Have a blessed weekend!

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Gladys! 🥰💖 Absolutely, you should buy whatever you enjoy. Duping/cloning happens in all facets of business. As long as you enjoy it, that's all that matters. 👌👌👌 The Junoon line is beautiful.

[@MarcelenaTheresa]

Great Fragrance Chat Cuz!! 💖💖💖 I literally buy them for comparison, and usually take them to Africa with me. I do feel like I’m wasting though at time. I May purchase if the company is out of stock just to see if I need to keep hunting it. I do love some of Orienticas Offering and Dapper Fragrance. I’m definitely not arguing over what I spend My Money On!! It’s definitely the men 😂

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you cuz! 💖💖💖 No ma'am. We work hard for our money and will spend it as we please, AND let others spend theirs how THEY please. Period. Live and let live. We'll find more important things to argue about! 😂

[@StelmaDesigns]

Very apt thoughts Veronica and I agree. My motto is Live and Let Live. My goodness, the energy and time spent being judgemental and arguing over a hobby so many people love; smelling perfumes, is crazy! I have a few dupes from DUA, most that I own are from Alexandria (top quality to my nose) and I tried samples from Genre. Almost all of them are dupes of discontinued perfumes. I do have some samples from these houses of perfumes I wanted to try before looking into finding samples of the originals from niche houses that would be expensive to buy even in a sample format.

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi! 💖 Yes, I totally agree. Let's put our energy into being kind and gentle with each other, instead of rude and divisive. So unnecessary! 🤦‍♀️ Alexandria dupes have been really good overall. My fave dupe house.

[@gbtink]

Fantastic video, thank u! I don’t do dupe houses but I don’t mind finding a dupe or same vibes perfume for super expensive frags. Example - I’ll never be able to buy BR540 so I’m happy with AG Cloud to dupe the vibe. Another - Vince Camuto Fiori smells just like Chanel Chance eu Tendre. I’m not interested in doing dupe houses like ALT or Dossier.

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts! I LOVE Cloud and find it to be a beautiful scent. Affordability is a big draw for "same vibe but less expensive" fragrances. 👍👍👍

[@demimiforrest1349]

Hi Veronica! Thank you for sharing your thoughts about dupes. You really nailed what’s in my mind. I didn’t go as crazy as you did but I do own some dupes. Alexandria is a great dupe house and I successfully tested some out in the past 2 years that I have or will eventually upgrade to the original. I had times that I almost purchased the look-alike fragrances but my higher self kept restrained me from doing it LOL! Recently, the prices of fragrances are being jacked up to a point that I can’t justify myself of buying the original without knowing I’m 100% loving it. With the price of the original 2ml samples, I can probably get a small dupe bottle and fully experience, and see if I really like the smell with full wear. In that sense, dupes would be a great way to experience them 😊

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi! 💖 I totally understand. Prices are continuing to rise and many folks are looking for affordable options. It can be easy to fall down the dupe rabbit hole! And you are right, some samples are so expensive! Yikes! Thanks for sharing! 🥰🥰🥰

[@demimiforrest1349]

@@VeronicaSays 🥰🥰

[@Naturallyliz41]

I honestly didn’t know the Middle Eastern Fragrances were duping fragrances until I started doing a deeper dive in the fragrances

[@VeronicaSays]

Same. Now we know, but many consumers, especially our friends newer to the fragrance world, may not be aware. That part just sits wrong with me.

[@shave-a-thon3415]

I can't even keep track of how many Angel's Share clones there are anymore! It's surpassed BR540. Zara even has one by Benoist Lapouza, the perfumer for Angel's Share and it's called "Sand Desert at Sunset".

[@GigiK66]

While many of them are dupes, I have the idea that many, many if not most Middle Eastern perfumes have the same spicy, ambery undertone.

[@Yummy411]

@@shave-a-thon3415i came to say the same...Zara and bath and body works are in on the game!😅

[@modelchickny]

Your video was in my recommendations so I clicked on it. I enjoyed your commentary and definitely agree with you on your perspective of dupe fragrances as I definitely enjoy some of the dupes perfumes and will continue to add them to my fragrance collection along with my larger designer perfume collection. My money, my choice! In the great span of things, food, clothing, fragrances and more generally are duped in some way or the other. It’s a personal decision and what fits someone’s budget. I really enjoyed this video and the way you presented this subject. Just subscribed to your channel!

[@LaladaBeauty]

Hi gorgeous! Yes! Those sales get me also 😂😂

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Twin! 💖 Yes, sales get me 😂

[@Yummy411]

Great video. I think I was introduced to dupes early on in my fragrance obsession that it's info I sought out whether it was middle eastern, designer or niche. Either way, I still have some duplicates in my collection😅 Now the trouble I run into is getting caught up in hype by ppl who aren't familiar with certain profiles and make claims that a frag is so great/best they've ever tried.😂 It's all good though and part of the territory.

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Kia! 💖 I totally understand! I get caught up in hype myself (and sometimes I contribute to it if I'm really feeling a fragrance!). Agree it's part of the game and it's all good. 🥰🥰🥰

[@christenryan9177]

Holy smokes! Someone acknowledging the actual definition of the word ‘investment’. This video is A+++ and 10/10 for intelligence, articulation - and wait for it - kindness! Thank you, Veronica! This is exactly why I love you!

[@VeronicaSays]

Awww thank you, Christen! 💖🥰🫶 I really appreciate your comment. And while I don't mind using investment casually, I just wouldn't want folks newer to the hobby to misunderstand and believe that fragrances actually appreciate in value (unless rare and highly sought after). 🙏🙏🙏

[@charleybea]

SUCH an interesting topic! Agreed on the stance of dupe transparency. If you are putting out a fragrance where it has been duped or inspired by an original, it should be clearly stated in the marketing or purchase process. There is nothing more frustrating for a collector to find a dupe this way...and the companies/people out there blatantly copying to mislead the consumer.... 🤬🤬🤬

[@VeronicaSays]

Hiiiii! 💖💖💖 It's very frustrating to purchase something identical to another fragrance. 🥴 Thank you for watching and weighing in! 🙏

[@jazzj04]

I agree with you about this not being an investment. Well said! I have all of the Lattafa Tom Ford dupes. I have them because I love the bottle, and I feel like Tom Ford fragrances don't last very long for the price. Great topic btw 😊

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi JazzRosa! 💖 Thank you for watching and weighing in. I definitely understand why people purchased those. And I hear they are great so enjoy them! 🫶🫶🫶 Tom Ford prices are certainly on the ridiculous side (and that's coming from a Tom Ford fan!).

[@jazzj04]

@VeronicaSays I do agree with you about some dupe houses taking it too far when they clone certain fragrances. I love Tom Ford too lol!

[@LevelBlue1]

Hi Veronica, new subscriber here :) Loved hearing your thoughts on dupes. I also appreciate the bottles of perfume as part of the experience. Thank you for sharing :)

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you for subbing! 💖🥰 Yes, I've come to decide that bottles are important to some extent. 🫶👍

[@lidz8035]

Its a beautiful thing to have choices…. Even better when we all get to experience beauty scents no matter which way you enjoy them💕💕💕💕

[@VeronicaSays]

I 💯 agree! Thank you for watching 💖🥰

[@Redwine7911]

When you mentioned the FB arguments that really hit me hard. I have loved fragrances for years, but being a part of one such group for just 6 months nearly destroyed my love my hobby. People are petty, small minded, and really there to win a pointless argument that has no baring on their life, of any of the rest of us. It's mind boggling to me. I am one of those people, that would never purchase a fragrance that is just shy of being a counterfeit, but at the same time I do not see a point of spending $300 when I even like the $40 dupe better, or it 2ce as long lasting. I also have fragrances I would never "exchange" of a duper version. For me one such house is Chanel, there is just something about them, that is never quite there in an "inspired" version. The truth of the matter is, that all of the fragrances we encounter have a place and a market. Judging people for what they buy and wear, is simply not cool. Let us just not forget, that even the most expensive perfume cannot mask the stench of a skipped shower or two. Shower, spritz, move on with your life.

[@VeronicaSays]

All of THIS ⬆️ I wholeheartedly agree with each word. Thank you so much. I've seen you in a few of those FB groups so I'm confident you know exactly the type of foolishness I'm referring to. It's just OUTRAGEOUS! Seriously 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️

[@alexisrae5447]

Hey Veronica! I’m glad you made this video. I really don’t understand why people are concerned/bothered by what other’s buy……they aren’t wearing it! LOL. Ridiculous is the accurate word for the whole thing. I don’t personally purchase dupes, but i don’t think there is anything wrong with that at all. I agree that it should be disclosed what the fragrance is “inspired by”. Without reading/watching reviews, people wouldn’t know.

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Alexis! 💖 Yes, just tell us what the perfume is inspired by. That may actually boost sales! 😂 And all of the arguing is just such a waste of good time. 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️

[@gi2121]

Hi Veronica! I absolutely adore fragrances, but my financial situation doesn't allow for me to spend a lot of money on it. I set myself a 20€ (=20 USD) monthly budget for fragrance. Therefore, I go for affordable dupes or the so called cheapies. I love listening to your videos, knowing however I very rarely will hear about a fragrance that fits my budget. It's ok, because I like hearing you talk about fragrance, I get ideas of fragrance profiles I would like, can look for smell-alikes on fragrantica, etc. Your sensibility and moral compass show in this video, and I appreciate it very much. Thank you and all the best from Portugal 🙂.

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you so much! 💖 And I understand sticking to a monthly budget, especially for an unnecessary extra like perfume. I appreciate your kind comment. 🙏🙏🙏

[@gi2121]

@@VeronicaSays Thank YOU ☺️.

[@catherinelynnfraser2001]

I must tell you that I loved your thoughtful and free ranging discussion on this topic. I found myself watching a dupe going for three times it original list price on FragranceBuy because it was deemed a “replica” of a famous fragrance. It had a waiting list. I thought that was too far.

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you, Catherine! 🥰💖 Now, you have me SUPER curious! Care to share which dupe you saw on fragrancebuy?

[@catherinelynnfraser2001]

@@VeronicaSays Untold

[@ggbice]

Hi Veronica! You have a great reference to the issues discussed, given your sizeable fragrance collection, and vast experience with many purchases. You could have named this video, "the good/bad/ugly"! FG is invaluable, as you noted. It's a must to refer to before a purchase, get opinions, determine notes, etc. I agree with you 100% as to consumer's knowing *ahead of time, what they're actually buying. There is a lot of "wrong" going on. Yes, the guys are brutally opinionated! But imo, the majority of masculine fragrances (not marketed unisex) are far superior in quality than many female ones. Or perhaps, I am just drawn to their notes/accords? Men take a stand with conviction! Tfs, it's information like this that helps us all to make better decisions. Social media platforms (and monitored chatrooms) have evolved into hostile territory some days! Some people have no filters and just want to stir the pot.🤷 Francine

[@VeronicaSays]

Heeeey Francine! 💖 Yes, you and I are on the same page about the social media pot-stirring foolishness. Thank goodness for quick and decisive moderators that shut it down quickly. I'm okay with brutally opinionated, but not okay with name-calling, shaming, or mean comments of any kind. It's sheer ridiculousness! Glad you found the video useful! Thank you 🙏🥰💖

[@thefragrantician]

Yes i have a problem with a fragrance house that intentionaly inspires something but has a hidden agenda attached to it too. That aside i love inspired dupes that intentionally is inspired or a dupe.....boy even thinking about this makes me want a drink.....😮😂 thank you veronica for this bideo. I personally love perfume parlour, and ive recenctly discovered blackpoint and valley of roses perfumes that are dupes and inspired by thus disclosing it right out.....gosh this is really a great video. 👍 ❤❤❤

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Gabi! 💖 Thank you for weighing in. I've heard great reviews on Perfume Parlour, but I've never tried any. Which ones are your faves?

[@thefragrantician]

​@VeronicaSays well I have,so many lol 😆 but Kudos is a dupe for Gloria Cacharel and Flawless is,a,dupe for,addict. Both are,WOW....bottles are OK not fancy 😐 but I try to look beyond that haha 😆 😅

[@lindabrus5074]

Well done conversation about a touchy topic. Veronica you get an A+ from me 🤓

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you so much, Linda! 💖 🥰🫶

[@JoysBeautyJawns]

Hey girl haaaaiiiiii!!! 💜 Good morning, gorgeous!! I love starting my weekend with some coffee ☕️ and a freshie video from you! I don’t have a lot of dupes - just two from Julianna’s perfumes and one on the way (and a handful still on my wishlist that I am waiting to be restocked) plus a number of fragrances I received for review from Dossier as well as some Middle Eastern gems 💎 but I totally agree with you - to each their own! 😊 I haven’t tried Alexandria Perfumes yet! I def appreciate some of them for scents that are either too expensive or impossible to find (like YSL Baby Cat which I am waiting for restock) but I am with you where I really appreciate the original bottles and scents as designed. Also, thank you so much, queeeennnn!!! I was able to pick up BDK Rouge Smoking from So Avant Garde with your fantastic discount which took it from “out of my price range” to “delivered this morning and opened while I was watching your video” 😂 I just adore you so much, Veronica!!! ♥️ I hope you had or are having such a beautiful vacation in Vegas!!!!!! 🎉

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Joy! 💖 I'm delighted you love Rouge Smoking and thank you for using my code. 🫶🥰 I do appreciate dupes of super expensive or difficult to find perfumes too. Thanks for your kind words! Vegas is HOT 🔥 🥵 girl! I'm burning up out here 😂😂😂

[@JoysBeautyJawns]

@@VeronicaSays oh gosh!! I hope you and hubs are finding ways to stay cool in the Vegas heat and having THE BEST time, queen!! 💕💜💕

[@VeronicaSays]

@@JoysBeautyJawns we stay in the AC! 😂😂😂

[@heidi2814]

Interesting points!

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Heidi! 💖 Thank you so much! 🫶

[@aramos1557]

Even designer fragrances have jumped in price so much in recent years that just this past month I’ve decided to pursue dupes first and designer and niche second. The quality is so good (nothing like the “Imposter” series from the 80s😂) that I hope it brings at least the designer companies’ prices back to earth.

[@VeronicaSays]

Oh my goodness! I remember those "imposter" series so well! 😂

[@SueGreene-st7qc]

Hi Veronica, I totally agree with you about wanting to know that something is a dupe of something else before I decide to purchase. One house that I feel does not make it very easy to tell what they are duping is la Rive! Even when you search to find out what the dupe is it’s very hard to find listed. What are your thoughts on that house? I have a couple of the dupes and they do smell pretty similar, but for the most part, the bottles look cheap and I’m just not sure. I have the dupe of hypnotic poison, as well as Tresor nuit.

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Sue! 💖 I have not tried any La Rive fragrances but they've gotten great reviews on YT. It can be hard to know what you're getting with them. 🤷‍♀️

[@donnajaudon6673]

Great video!

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you, Donna! 🥰💖

[@CeeChroniclesTalkingScents]

It definitely crosses ethical lines. I feature dupes on my channel every other day and speak about this from time to time. Blatant copying has become the order of the day…and lawsuits are allegedly flying about. It’s like a switch from the covert bottles to in your face counterfeiting.

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Cee! 💖 Thank you for weighing in! I didn't mention lawsuits since I don't know much about that, so thank you for mentioning that here. 🥰

[@user-wf7kq3xk2u]

Aromatix just couple days ago was talking about the lawsuit against one of these most blatant copycats. He seemed to have copy of the paper that lawyers served to the retail seller, telling them they have to destroy their stock. I think copies and inspirations have their place, but not blatant copying of all designs. I think too little is talked about designers copying themselves others. Like Porto neroli is quite near to that 1471 that I suppose is the oldest still existing perfum

[@mz_bi]

Are you aware that alot of your very big Niche names are also DUPE HOUSES lowkey? Tiziana Terenzi is very unabashed about her juices. Almost all of them smell like the next big thing (and this is me putting it mildly), who will sue them? Noone? Because they have a more affluent clientte? Even Creed. God so many of them. Designer Brands that suddenly have Oud variants and flankers out, will we say they are 'drawing inspiration from' Middle Eastern perfumeries meanwhile when Middle Eastern perfumeries make Juices that smell like Western Designer brands, we call them dupes and they should be sued? Lol Too many layers to this entire Topic. Way too many.

[@user-wf7kq3xk2u]

@@mz_bi yeah, it´s big money that talks lol. But we can all choose to make our choises on what to purchase. I think i´ll keep on purchasing ME dupes/inspirations, though i may avoid those that copy even the presentation. No need to go that far.

[@VeronicaSays]

​@mz_bi sorry, I'm just seeing this comment. Yes, I am aware that there is "inspiration" being "taken" across big name houses. I allude to this point in the video also. Thanks for watching.

[@danadawson9790]

I agree I wish if it is a direct copy of another fragrance they told us the only issue with this is it can get messy since smells are subjective if it's forced to disclose whether or not a fragrance smells like another it can be argued against always....and sometimes two completely different fragrances and notes end up smelling identical when they are separate pieces of art...but I agree if the intent is to dupe a certain fragrance I wish they would just tell us...

[@VeronicaSays]

Yes, I agree. 👍

[@natalie1116]

This is a great discussion Veronica. I purchase niche, designer, dupes etc. as long as it smells good. However I personally limit how much I am willing to spend on any one fragrance. I agree that certain brands should be more transparent regarding whether they are duping another fragrance. I guess that is one benefit of those dupes where the bottle and name are so similar to the original - leaves no confusion for the consumer. Although I purchase niche and designer, I really appreciate dupes because I feel some designer and niche fragrances are overpriced. I don’t care how good it smells or how it is presented. I don’t feel any fragrance is worth $400. I think it’s ridiculous when in reality the cost of producing that fragrance and packaging is no where near that amount. Great video as always.

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you so much, Natalie! 💖 One thing is certain, all fragrance is marked up dramatically. It's a matter of personal taste and preference how much to spend and on what. Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts! 🫶🥰💖

[@almatoledo1608]

I like the coda at the end of the presentation as a closing theme.

[@VeronicaSays]

Thank you! The tune makes me smile! 💖🥰

[@almatoledo1608]

@@VeronicaSays yes! A serene smile :)

[@VeronicaSays]

@@almatoledo1608 💖💖💖

[@AnneMelb2010]

I love fragrances like many. I have over 100 bottles mostly designer fragrances. I try the niche fragrances and quite frankly wonder what the point of spending over 300 dollars on a fragrance? I just can't justify the cost even though I can afford to buy them I don't. I also haven't found a niche fragrance that makes me what it that badly. There are some lovely unique ones, but none are calling me. lol I only own a couple of dupes and enjoy those and because they are very good dupes, I am happy with using those instead of the real thing. Love your channel btw.

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Anne! 💖 Thanks so much! 🥰 I definitely understand. Some fragrances are super pricey and it's a matter of individual preference whether or not a person finds them worth it.

[@CatherineBriseboisCatWoods]

Agree with you 1000%...👍👍 I sometimes buy dupes as pseudo samples. I have the Club de Nuit Imperial dupe of Delina (Exclusif). I enjoy it. Not sure would ever want to buy the real one though... (not a big fan of rose) I bought Nebras not knowing it was a dupe for the Billie Eilish one. That was a little annoying... Like the look of that dupe bottle waaaaay better! Bought a BR540 dupe and tested another, I can't stand that medical note in it. Not interested in testing the real one. Glad you mentioned Alexandria. I've been meaning to check them out because I'd really like to sample Moonlight in Heaven. If I can find decent dupes for Kilian, PDM, TF, etc. Especially for frangrances known for bad performance and-or an expensive price tags, the dupe option sounds very interesting!!! Who wants to pay over 250$ for a fragrance that has the reputation to disapear after 3 hours of wear? ''Shaming'' people for not buying fragrances that cost 250-300$ is just down right ridiculously mean! Not everyone can afford price tags like that. And like you mentioned, fragrance collections do not appreciate in value over time. I'm glad to have a bit of everything.

[@VeronicaSays]

Hi Cat! Nebras is gorgeous! I am thinking about grabbing that one. I love Billie Eilish but yeah... the bottle is a bit over the top 😂 Try Alexandria. Although the bottles are all the same, the scents are pretty darn good dupes. And I just can't deal with the shaming thing. So ridiculous and unnecessary. 🤦‍♀️