I think it is important to mention the original fragrance whenever reviewing a dupe, clone, or inspired-by scent because that gives the review real context. Without naming the original, people do not really know what the fragrance is trying to be or what it is being compared against. The whole point is to let people know the scent profile it is aiming for, how close it gets, where it differs, and whether it is even worth their time. It also helps in a few important ways. It gives context, because people immediately understand the style, mood, and DNA you mean. It allows for a fair comparison, since they can tell whether you are saying it is close, loosely inspired, or just shares a similar vibe. It avoids confusion, because otherwise someone may think you are reviewing it as a totally original creation. It helps buyers, too, since most people want to know whether it is a real stand-in for an expensive original they already know. And it keeps the review honest, because it makes clear that part of the fragrance’s identity is tied to another scent. Otherwise, it can come across like the fragrance is standing on its own creatively when a big part of its identity clearly comes from another scent. To me, leaving out the original makes the review feel incomplete and less useful. It can also make it seem like the fragrance is more original than it really is. If a brand is clearly borrowing from another scent DNA, it should be said openly so people can judge it fairly. It is easy to look up and research the original fragrance online before reviewing a dupe, clone, or inspired-by scent so you have the correct information. I feel like that is something that should be done before even buying, especially if you are blind buying. A quick search can tell you what the fragrance is supposed to be inspired by, what kind of scent profile to expect, and whether it is even something you would want in the first place. To me, doing that first just makes the review more informed, more accurate, and more useful.

Scent of the day! This fragrance deserves so much more love, it's truly one of the best! It's easily one of the finest sandalwood perfumes out there, right up there with Stronger With You Sandalwood. 🤩 #Scent #Fragrance #Sandalwood #Perfume