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Consumer attitudes toward dupes are evolving. Some purchase dupes knowingly for affordability, accepting a trade-off in quality. For example, the creator indicated she would buy makeup, headphones, and jewelry dupes because they offer acceptable quality at a fraction of the cost.
However, there are limits—clothing items like leggings that do not breathe well or fray quickly may deter buyers from investing long-term. On the other hand, cosmetics and accessories that maintain their appearance over time demonstrate the viability of dupes as alternatives.