If there's one thing all fragrance fans know, it's that a bottle of Chanel No.5 is one of the most iconic perfumes about - with a price tag to match its status.
However, if you don't want want to break the bank for just one bottle, then it looks like Marks and Spencer has a perfect alternative and it costs less than a tenner a bottle.
The high-street retailer's Velvet Rose Eau De Toilette has been impressing shoppers who say it smells similar to one of Chanel's bestselling perfumes, but at a fraction of the cost.
M&S is selling a 100ml bottle of its perfume for just £9.50, while a bottle of Chanel No.5 will set you back anywhere up to £116, meaning shoppers can save over £100 with the budget 'dupe'.
Despite being a 'dupe', M&S' velvet Rose perfume is said to feature the same floral notes with hints of bergamot and rose that are found in Chanel's signature scent.
A product description for M&S' budget perfume reads: "Opt for a soft floral scent with this eau de toilette from our Discover range. A fragrant rose top note beautifully combines with violet flower and a lingering base note of fresh bergamot."
The Velvet Rose Eau De Toilette has been a massive hit with shoppers who have hailed it for being similar to the pricier brand, with one even saying it is better.
One impressed shopper wrote: "Smells very like Chanel No.5 (in my opinion nicer), obviously at this price the staying power isn’t as long but at less than a tenner for 100mls you can afford to spray as often as you like. I also love the plain design of the bottles, fussy bottles are often awkward to spray this does exactly what it needs too and looks classy doing it. My mum has No.5 and also purchased this to throw in her handbag as agreed smells very alike."
A second commented: "Smells similar to Chanel No. 5 lovely perfume good value."
A third said of the perfume: "Impressive. My wife says it has a similar aroma to chanel No. 5."
The Velvet Rose Eau De Toilette is priced at £9.50 and can be bought online and in M&S stores. Check with your local store for stock availability.
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