What Is DUA Amber & Mandarin a Dupe Of?

DUA Amber & Mandarin is a clone of Hermès Eau de Mandarine Ambrée. That’s the original behind this pairing and the bottle to compare it with if you’re deciding which version of the scent to try.

What kind of scent is it going for?

This is a short, clear note list: mandarin orange, passionfruit and amber. We’d compare how the citrus and tropical fruit sit against the amber as the opening settles. If you’re drawn to fresh fruit but also enjoy some warmth in a fragrance, that balance is the part to spend time with.

How do the notes compare?

DUA Amber & Mandarin lists Mandarin Orange, Passionfruit and Amber. Hermès Eau de Mandarine Ambrée lists Mandarin Orange, Passionfruit and Amber.

Both lists include Mandarin Orange, Passionfruit and Amber, giving you a few clear points to follow in a sample.

What would we look for in a sample?

Try a similar amount of each on separate wrists and give them some time. Come back to both after the first burst has settled, then check them again later. We’d focus on the notes that made you interested in the pairing in the first place.

Which one would we buy?

We’d start with DUA Amber & Mandarin if you want DUA’s interpretation of this scent. If the original’s exact balance is what you love, Hermès Eau de Mandarine Ambrée is the reference to try. Compare the available bottle sizes, shipping cost and return terms before choosing. A sample or smaller bottle can be a good first purchase, especially when one particular note is the reason you’re interested. Current retailer options are shown above. Use the price for the size you actually plan to order, and check the delivery estimate if you need the fragrance for a particular date.