So, like, there's this whole thing going on about OG perfumes, decants, and dupes that's causing some confusion and tension, ya know? It's getting kinda heated up in discussions lately.
Me, I use all three in my collection depending on what's up:
I got some fancy niche or indie scents that can't really be cloned, so I go for the original full bottle when I really vibe with it.
Sometimes, I grab both the designer OGs and their top-rated clones just to compare. Surprisingly, in some cases, the dupe was even better than the OG in terms of scent and lasting power. I see the appeal, especially the money side of things.
I've also got a ton of bottles, so these days, a reliable decant does the trick without adding more clutter to my shelf. It gives me the vibe without the commitment.
One thing that bugs me is when people mix up "decant" and "clone" when they