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Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Perfume expert reveals if Trump's fragrances are worth it
Donald Trump has launched two new fragrances... but are the scents really worth the hefty price tag? On Monday, Trump unveiled a new fragrance called VICTORY 45-47, offering an option for men and women both encased in an elaborate gold Trump statue. Trump, 79, announced the fragrances on his Truth Social platform and said, 'The Victory 45-47 scents ― one for men, one for women ― sell for $249 per 100ml bottle, with a $50 discount per bottle for those who purchase two or more.' The product description calls the limited-edition, numbered rose gold statue perfume 'a stunning new women's fragrance inspired by President Trump's historic win' that's 'perfect for the Trump fan and collector.' 'With every spray, Victory 47 captures confidence, beauty, and unstoppable determination,' the description promises, calling it 'a sophisticated, subtly feminine scent that's your go-to signature for any occasion,' without providing any scent notes. To find out if the fragrances are worth the high price, FEMAIL consulted a fragrance expert and a PR pro. Much like the perfume option, the men's fragrance is just as vague. It's described as blending 'rich, masculine notes with a refined, lasting finish,' with no insight into what it actually smells like. The product breakdown boasts: 'For men who lead with strength, confidence, and purpose — this is more than a cologne, it's a celebration of resilience and success.' Mark Crames, CEO and chief perfumer at Demeter Fragrance , told that while 'there are certainly $200 fragrances out there, they tend to be associated with niche or historically top fragrance houses who use fine ingredients and know how to use them,' and 'this looks like a cheap private label from overseas.' Crames said he 'would assume it's a very non-offensive typical lower end designer fragrance' based on the limited description. 'Some higher priced use precious ingredients that justify their price and are sold in very limited distribution at exceedingly higher prices. This is not that,' Crames explained. 'Most commercial designer fragrances are driven by packaging and marketing, not scent. In that sense, the Trump fragrances fit right in. What it actually smells like has little do do with its allure,' Crames continued. Many perfumes cost upwards of $200, with some going for thousands of dollars. 'There is nothing here to distinguish the fragrance in an olfactory sense - it's about owning a piece of the Trump empire. This is very much like buying a Gucci fragrance for $75 because the $3,000 leather pants are out of reach,' Crames added. Trump has previously offered pricier products, like his $100,000 signed gold watches . This isn't the first time the politician has offered MAGA-inspired fragrances to his fans. Last year, Trump sold a $199 Fight, Fight, Fight set, that was named after what he said during his assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania. Public relations professional Barry Schwartz told 'I'm not a fragrance expert, but do have considerable expertise in ethics, and this latest Trump gambit doesn't pass the smell test.' Schwartz, based in New York, believes 'it's just another example of selling the presidency.' Trump is promoting the fragrances and would probably be receiving a large licensing fee. However, a note on the website states: 'Trump Fragrances are not designed, manufactured, distributed or sold by Donald J. Trump, the Trump Organization or any of their respective affiliates or principals.'
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Why are Donald Trump's new fragrances so expensive? Perfume expert reveals if the scents are REALLY worth it
Donald Trump has launched two new fragrances... but are the scents really worth the hefty price tag? On Monday, Trump unveiled a new fragrance called VICTORY 45-47, offering an option for men and women both encased in an elaborate gold Trump statue. Trump, 79, announced the fragrances on his Truth Social platform and said, 'The Victory 45-47 scents ― one for men, one for women ― sell for $249 per 100ml bottle, with a $50 discount per bottle for those who purchase two or more.' The product description calls the limited-edition, numbered rose gold statue perfume 'a stunning new women's fragrance inspired by President Trump's historic win' that's 'perfect for the Trump fan and collector.' 'With every spray, Victory 47 captures confidence, beauty, and unstoppable determination,' the description promises, calling it 'a sophisticated, subtly feminine scent that's your go-to signature for any occasion,' without providing any scent notes. To find out if the fragrances are worth the high price, FEMAIL consulted a fragrance expert and a PR pro. Much like the perfume option, the men's fragrance is just as vague. It's described as blending 'rich, masculine notes with a refined, lasting finish,' with no insight into what it actually smells like. The product breakdown boasts: 'For men who lead with strength, confidence, and purpose — this is more than a cologne, it's a celebration of resilience and success.' Mark Crames, CEO and chief perfumer at Demeter Fragrance, told that while 'there are certainly $200 fragrances out there, they tend to be associated with niche or historically top fragrance houses who use fine ingredients and know how to use them,' and 'this looks like a cheap private label from overseas.' Crames said he 'would assume it's a very non-offensive typical lower end designer fragrance' based on the limited description. 'Some higher priced use precious ingredients that justify their price and are sold in very limited distribution at exceedingly higher prices. This is not that,' Crames explained. 'Most commercial designer fragrances are driven by packaging and marketing, not scent. In that sense, the Trump fragrances fit right in. What it actually smells like has little do do with its allure,' Crames continued. Many perfumes cost upwards of $200, with some going for thousands of dollars. 'There is nothing here to distinguish the fragrance in an olfactory sense - it's about owning a piece of the Trump empire. This is very much like buying a Gucci fragrance for $75 because the $3,000 leather pants are out of reach,' Crames added. Trump has previously offered pricier products, like his $100,000 signed gold watches. This isn't the first time the politician has offered MAGA-inspired fragrances to his fans. Last year, Trump sold a $199 Fight, Fight, Fight set, that was named after what he said during his assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania. Public relations professional Barry Schwartz told 'I'm not a fragrance expert, but do have considerable expertise in ethics, and this latest Trump gambit doesn't pass the smell test.' Schwartz, based in New York, believes 'it's just another example of selling the presidency.' Trump is promoting the fragrances and would probably be receiving a large licensing fee. However, a note on the website states: 'Trump Fragrances are not designed, manufactured, distributed or sold by Donald J. Trump, the Trump Organization or any of their respective affiliates or principals.'
