Are Perfume Dupes Worth It? An Honest Take

Short answer: For most people, yes — a well-made dupe gives you the same scent experience at 70–90% less than the designer original. You won't get the luxury bottle or brand name, but the liquid on your skin is what matters day to day.

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Vegan · made in the UK · free UK delivery over £19.99. The 5ml sample is the risk-free way to try.
No. 606 — inspired by Creed Aventus
RRP ~£275 · 100ml £26.95
No. 369 — inspired by Baccarat Rouge 540
RRP ~£195 · 100ml £26.95
No. 179 — inspired by Dior Sauvage
RRP ~£110 · 100ml £26.95
No. 248 — inspired by YSL Black Opium
RRP ~£120 · 100ml £26.95
No. 529 — inspired by Le Labo Santal 33
RRP ~£250 · 100ml £26.95

The honest pros and cons

  • Pro: huge savings — see our price-gap data (up to 91% cheaper).
  • Pro: vegan, cruelty-free, UK-made, Eau de Parfum concentration.
  • Con: not a 100% identical copy — no honest brand claims otherwise.
  • Con: no designer packaging or prestige.

If you love a scent but not the price, dupes are a smart choice. Try a discovery set to judge for yourself.

FAQ

Do dupes smell exactly like the original?

They recreate the character and key notes closely, but no dupe is an identical copy.

Are they good quality?

Ours are Eau de Parfum, UK-made, with strong longevity for the price.

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