Honestly, I’m not even mad. I mean, who *wants* to drop a hundred euros on a perfume when you can get something that smells practically the same for, like, seven? It’s a no-brainer, really. Plus, let’s be real, sometimes the fancy perfume just *doesn’t* last. You spray it on in the morning, and by lunchtime? Poof! Gone. So, you know, maybe the cheaper option is the way to go.
I’ve seen people online raving about the “Como Tú” line at Mercadona. Apparently, they’ve got clones of Chanel and Dolce & Gabbana. Like, actual *clones*. I haven’t personally tried them ALL (yet!), but I did sniff one that was supposed to be like Chanel No. 5, and lemme tell you… it was pretty darn close. Maybe not *exactly* the same, like, the top notes maybe weren’t quite as sparkly or something? But for the price, it’s a steal.
And it’s not just for the ladies, ya know? Mercadona’s got some decent “inspirations” (that’s what they call ’em, right? *Inspirations*… yeah, okay) for the guys too. Apparently, there’s a whole following for their men’s colognes. I heard someone say they have one that smells similar to some super expensive aftershave that their boyfriend likes. I dunno, maybe I’ll have to check it out for my brother’s birthday.
But honestly, the best part about these Mercadona perfumes is the price. You can literally buy, like, five of them for the price of one designer bottle. Plus, you don’t feel as bad about spraying it liberally. I mean, who *hasn’t* felt that pang of guilt when they spritz on that expensive perfume? Like, “Oh no, I just used up 50 cents worth of product!” With the Mercadona stuff? Spray away! It’s all good.
I will say though, sometimes the packaging isn’t the *prettiest*. Like, it’s functional, sure, but you’re not getting a fancy bottle with a crystal stopper or anything. But hey, you can always decant it into a nicer bottle if you’re feeling fancy, right? Or just… don’t be a snob. The scent’s what matters, right?
