The price of a bottle of fragrance in an upscale department store is enough to put anyone off of fragrances, period. For a lot of people, it’s not worth the financial commitment—especially if it’s something you might be tired of in six months. But not buying expensive bottles doesn’t preclude you from experimenting with scent, and the bottomless pleasures that the world of fragrances can bring. You can dig into this rich world of smells and experiences without spending a lot. The secret is decants.