THE SOLLINAW JOURNAL
Why does designer perfume cost more? Scent, service and brand value
Price includes more than ingredients, but exact cost shares are rarely visible
What are you paying for in a designer perfume?
The price may reflect creation and production, the bottle and packaging, service, distribution and brand value Without a published cost breakdown, we cannot assign exact percentages to a particular bottle
The fragrance itself
IFRA describes fragrance creation as a process involving materials, formulation and production DIOR also explains creative choices for individual fragrances This helps explain a product, but it is not enough to calculate its retail margin
The product and service you receive
Consider size, bottle design, packaging, opportunities to try the scent and personal advice CHANEL’s consultation and gifting services are examples of experiences beyond the liquid You may value some of them more than others
What the brand means to you
Design, memories and the recognisability of a gift can matter So can finding something you enjoy wearing every day at an accessible price There is no single right balance
Three questions about value
Would I still like the scent without the logo? What would I pay for the same experience in simpler packaging? Does this purchase fit comfortably alongside my other priorities?
These questions are not a reason to reject a famous brand They help you decide where your money adds value for you, without assuming that a high price proves quality or that an affordable price proves the opposite