First off, lemme say this: finding a *perfect* dupe? That’s like finding a unicorn riding a skateboard. It’s rare, folks. But close? Totally doable.
Now, I’ve seen some peeps freaking out over Bvlgari Man Wood alternatives. I get it. That woody vibe is legit. Honestly, I haven’t personally tested a ton of those, but the general consensus seems to be that you gotta look for something with a strong cedar or sandalwood base. Don’t just grab anything that says “wood” on the bottle, tho. You’ll end up smelling like a lumberyard. Trust me.
And then there’s Aqva Pour Homme. *Sigh*. The legend. But apparently, it’s getting harder to find. So, the “dupe” game is strong. The article I saw mentioned trying to find something with a similar aquatic vibe, obviously. Personally, I think the key is finding something that’s not *too* cloying. Some aquatic scents can go overboard and smell like cheap bathroom cleaner. Nobody wants that. Aim for something that smells fresh, maybe a little salty, but not overwhelmingly synthetic. Good luck with that because the original is so freakin’ good.
Then there’s the whole Bvlgari Tiger thing. Okay, I’m not gonna lie. I don’t know this one super well. But from what I gathered, people are really into finding a long-lasting alternative. I guess the original doesn’t hang around as long as you’d like? That’s super annoying. Nobody wants to reapply every hour. So, if you’re hunting for a Tiger dupe, focus on projection and longevity, not just the scent profile.
Oh, and let’s not forget the ladies! Bvlgari Omnia Coral is a classic. I remember my aunt wearing that back in the day. That article mentioned BLV by Bvlgari as being unusual and beautiful which I fully support. I definitely remember loving it.
And then…wait…Bvlgari Black? *Old* Bvlgari Black? Is there a *new* Bvlgari Black? See, this is why I hate reformulations. Ugh. Anyway, the description of Prada being a “subtly sweet, lil spicy, powdery tonka/vanilla-esque scent” makes me wanna go hunt that down, too. Maybe *that* is the perfect dupe if you are looking for some old-school Bvlgari Black.
Finally, bags! Whoa, bags? I got sidetracked. So, apparently, people are looking for Bulgari Serpenti bag dupes. Okay, that makes sense. Those bags are gorgeous but…ouch, my wallet. I have no actual input on this but feel free to do your research.