What Is DUA Be Crisp a Dupe Of?

DUA Be Crisp is a clone of Abercrombie & Fitch Colden. 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’s the connection?

Colden by Abercrombie & Fitch is the reference. The list is fairly direct: bergamot, ginger and pepper, with musk and amber behind them. We’d spend time on the ginger and pepper rather than just checking the first citrus burst. If those spices are what you like about the original, their balance is the part that matters most in a sample.

How do the notes compare?

DUA Be Crisp lists Bergamot, Ginger, Pepper, Musk and Amber. Abercrombie & Fitch Colden lists Ginger, Bergamot, Pepper, Musk and Amber.

Both lists include Bergamot, Ginger, Pepper, Musk and Amber, giving you a few clear points to follow in a sample.

What would we look for in a sample?

We’d give both fragrances a similar number of sprays on separate wrists, then come back after the opening settles. Check the parts you enjoy most: the brightness at the start, the balance through the middle and the way the finish feels close to skin.

Which one would we buy?

We’d start with DUA Be Crisp if you want DUA’s interpretation of this scent. If the original’s exact balance is what you love, Abercrombie & Fitch Colden 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.