What Is Dossier Citrus Tea a Dupe Of?

The fragrance behind Dossier Citrus Tea is Le Labo The Noir 29 EDP. It is a clone pairing built around fig, tea and dry woods. We’d start with that idea, then look at how each scent puts its own notes together.

The idea behind the comparison

Thé Noir 29 is the reference behind Citrus Tea. Bergamot and fig sit with tea, tobacco-like and woody details in this comparison, giving you both a brighter opening and a drier finish to follow.

How do their notes compare?

The named notes for Dossier Citrus Tea include Bergamot, Black Tea, Fig, Bay Leaf, Vetiver and Tobacco. Le Labo The Noir 29 EDP lists Fig, Bay Leaf, Bergamot, Cedar, Vetiver and Musk among its own notes.

Use those notes as a guide when trying the pair. What matters is how they fit together: a brighter opening, a softer floral middle or a drier base can change the whole impression even when some of the ingredients sound familiar.

What would we look for in a sample?

We’d look for the tea character beyond the opening citrus. Compare the fig and woody notes too, since their balance can change the overall feel.

If you can get samples of both, use a similar amount and give each one time on skin. Come back to the comparison later in the day, especially if the opening and the base appeal to you for different reasons.

Which bottle makes more sense?

The choice comes down to how much you enjoy this balance on skin and which bottle fits your budget. We’d compare the current offers for Dossier Citrus Tea and Le Labo The Noir 29 EDP, including the bottle size and delivery cost. Give a sample enough time before committing, especially if the opening is your favorite part but you are less sure about the finish.