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How Dubai Became a Hotbed for Fragrance Dupes

A global luxury fragrance capital, Dubai has become an expert hub for affordably priced fragrances that are among the top sellers on TikTok.
UAE fragrance brands have come to dominate TikTok posts about dupes by men's fragrance influencers.
UAE fragrance brands have come to dominate TikTok posts about dupes by men's fragrance influencers. (TikTok)

Look across any men’s fragrance collection posted to Reddit or TikTok, and you’ll see that luxury brands reign supreme. Countless photos and videos flex stockpiles of scents by brands like Parfums de Marly,

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How Dubai Is Defying the Luxury Downturn

Last week, Zegna staged a runway show in Dubai the emirate, following in the footsteps of Roberto Cavalli, Armani and Chanel. The emirate remains the most established hub for luxury shopping in the Gulf region, which has bucked the industry’s downward trend.

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Liz Flora
Liz Flora

Liz Flora is a Beauty Correspondent at Business of Fashion. She is based in Los Angeles and covers beauty and wellness.

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