The resale value of fragrances varies significantly depending on whether the item is a designer or clone fragrance. Clones have very low resale value, while designer perfumes can hold or increase in value under specific conditions, particularly if they are discontinued. Resale value of designer fragrances The resale value of designer fragrances is highly inconsistent and depends on several key factors. Most mainstream fragrances, once opened or even just purchased from a discounter, lose value immediately, similar to buying a new car. However, some designer and niche perfumes can become collector's items. Key factors that influence designer perfume resale value: - Discontinuation: The most significant factor driving value appreciation is a fragrance being discontinued. When a beloved scent is taken off the market, the remaining bottles become sought-after commodities for collectors and fans who want to stock up. (Think ADG Profumo or Dior Home Parfum the older batches or original the ones that the vast majority of people consider materpieces) - Rarity and demand: The price of a discontinued fragrance is driven by the number of remaining bottles and the level of public demand. Scents with a dedicated following can command very high prices on resale markets like eBay or Facebook. - Condition and completeness: A bottle that is full or nearly full, in excellent condition, and still has its original box will be worth significantly more than a used bottle with missing packaging. - Original formulation: Older, "vintage" formulations are often preferred by collectors over newer reformulations, as ingredients and formulas can change over time. This makes vintage bottles more desirable and valuable. - The fragrance house: Certain brands like Guerlain, Chanel, and Christian Dior have a long history of creating highly desirable scents. Their discontinued and vintage offerings often perform well on the collector's market.  Resale value of clone fragrances Clone fragrances, which are less expensive scents designed to smell like popular designer and niche perfumes, have little to no resale value.

I’d like to hear from someone who’s a spealist in the fragrance world and has extensive knowledge and a broad collection of perfumes. Are fragrances from brands like MFK, Nishane, Xerjoff, and Zoologist really longer-lasting and worth the price compared to brands like French Avenue and Swiss Arabian? I want to grow my collection with fragrances that are truly worth the price and not just buy them for the brand name.