Think of it this way: you’re craving a fancy steak dinner, but your wallet’s whispering “ramen.” A dupe is basically the gourmet burger that satisfies that craving without completely emptying your bank account. (Okay, maybe a *slightly* less gourmet burger, but you get the idea).
So, what are some Chloé perfume dupes that’ll have you smelling like a million bucks without actually spending it? Well, the internet is buzzing, and I’ve been doing some SERIOUS sniffing around (for research, obviously 😉).
One name that keeps popping up is Zara. Apparently, Zara’s fragrance game is on point, offering some seriously uncanny similarities to high-end scents. I’ve read whispers of Zara fragrances that channel that Chloé vibe – the light, airy, rose-y goodness. I mean, Zara is pretty accessible, I would go to a store to test it out before buying.
And it’s not *just* Zara. Fiorucci’s Dolce Amore is also mentioned to be a fresh, delicate, “assabonetado” (apparently that means soapy in Portuguese!) scent that gives off a similar vibe. Honestly, I’m intrigued. “Assabonetado”? Sounds divine.
Then there are the “contratipos” – which, from my understanding of the Portuguese snippets I’ve found, are basically another word for dupes or fragrance alternatives. The internet is littered with lists of these, often promising scents “bem parecidos” (very similar) to Chloé.
Look, let’s be honest, a dupe is never going to be *exactly* the same as the real deal. There might be slight differences in the longevity, or maybe a subtle variation in the scent profile. But, for the price difference? I’m willing to compromise.
Think about it: you can spritz away with abandon, feel fabulous, and still have money left over for, like, rent. Plus, finding a good dupe is kind of like a treasure hunt, right? You get to experiment, discover new fragrances, and maybe even find a new signature scent that you love even *more* than Chloé (gasp!).
