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For a clear example, we can look at two bottles of the popular fragrance Bleu de Chanel. One is original, and the other is a very high-quality copy. Even upon close inspection of the packaging and bottles, the difference is not always obvious at first glance.
| Characteristic | Original | Fake |
| Cap | Sits evenly, with no gaps on any side. | Placed crookedly, with a noticeable gap at an angle. |
| Atomizer | The metal is whiter, matte. | The metal is glossier, shiny. |
| Logo on the cap | Clear and neat application. | There are slight differences in line thickness and quality of execution. |
| Text on the bottom | All information is clearly visible. | The information is hard to see, the font is blurry. |
| Fragrance | Long-lasting, complex, evolving. | A completely different scent, bearing no resemblance to the original, very short-lived. |
For a clear example, we can look at two bottles of the popular fragrance Bleu de Chanel. One is original, and the other is a very high-quality copy. Even upon close inspection of the packaging and bottles, the difference is not always obvious at first glance.
The counterfeit, which was in a new, sealed box, begins to reveal itself upon closer inspection. While the original bottle demonstrates impeccable quality, the copy has small but significant defects. These nuances only become noticeable upon direct comparison.
The key differences lie in the details that counterfeit manufacturers often overlook. It's important to pay attention to everything: from the quality of the font to the fit of the bottle's components.
Although the cap on the fake, like the original, is magnetic, its crooked placement and the gaps are the first warning signs. But the main and undeniable difference is always the fragrance itself, which in the copy only vaguely resembles the original.
Buying perfume by mail, especially if the product is sealed, carries significant risks. For example, in Ukraine, 'Nova Poshta' does not allow opening cellophane-sealed packaging before payment. The buyer collects the parcel, discovers the fake at home, but the seller no longer answers their calls.
Testers deserve special attention. Scammers often sell fakes disguised as testers. Let's consider the example of the Widian New York fragrance. The counterfeit bottle is made to a very high standard: the glass quality and pattern application are almost identical to the original. However, even here there are nuances that give away the copy:
The most important difference, as in the previous case, is the fragrance itself. When applied to the skin, the fake may seem similar for only the first 15 seconds, after which the scent changes drastically and has nothing in common with the original Widian New York.
Counterfeits of the Ex Nihilo Fleur Narcotique fragrance have also reached a high level of execution. When comparing two bottles—the original and the copy—one might notice that the copy can even look more attractive due to the lighter and clearer color of the liquid. However, this is also a sign of a fake.
Even if the box and bottle are perfectly made, there are details that are difficult to fake. In the case of Fleur Narcotique, it's the scent itself and its longevity. The scent of the copy is similar to the original, but its longevity is extremely poor.
Here is what to pay attention to when comparing:
The counterfeit industry is constantly evolving, making copies of higher quality and more difficult to recognize. Therefore, it is important to be extremely careful, especially when buying perfume outside of official stores. Even if a bottle looks original, it could be filled with a completely different, cheap fragrance.
