What Is DUA Dancing On Cloud Nine a Dupe Of?

If you are wondering what DUA Dancing On Cloud Nine is a dupe of, the answer is Penhaligon’s A Kiss of Bliss. The connection is clover, bergamot and soft flowers, with a few details worth checking in a sample before you buy.

Why this pairing makes sense

Clover and bergamot connect the greener side, with rose, jasmine and musk offering further anchors. The reference also names matcha, so we'd check that impression directly rather than adding tea to DUA's shorter list.

How do their notes compare?

For DUA Dancing On Cloud Nine, useful notes to follow include Bergamot, Clover, Jasmine, Rose and Musk. Penhaligon’s A Kiss of Bliss lists Clover, Bergamot, Rose, Matcha Tea, Jasmine and Heliotrope among its own notes.

The lists give you specific things to look for, but they cannot tell you how strongly each note will come through. Two fragrances can share several notes and still put a different part of the scent first.

What would we look for in a sample?

Compare the clover and floral balance. If the reference's tea aspect is the reason you are interested, make it a specific question when sampling.

A side-by-side sample is useful here. Give the opening time to settle, then return to both scents later rather than making the call from the first spray. We’d compare the parts you enjoy wearing most, including the quieter finish.

Which bottle makes more sense?

Think about which part of this pairing you want to wear most, then compare the actual bottles on offer. DUA Dancing On Cloud Nine gives you DUA’s take on the idea; Penhaligon’s A Kiss of Bliss is the reference itself. We’d check bottle size, shipping and return terms before choosing. If you are unsure about the sweeter or woodier side, try a sample first.