What Is DUA Darkside of Saffron a Dupe Of?

DUA Darkside of Saffron is a clone of Byredo Black Saffron EDP. DUA names that fragrance as its inspiration, so it’s the bottle to sample alongside this one if you’re interested in how the scent was interpreted.

What makes these worth comparing?

Darkside of Saffron follows Byredo Black Saffron Eau de Parfum. Juniper, pomelo and saffron connect the openings described by the two brands, while leather, raspberry and pale woods give you more distinctive details to compare. We’d be especially interested in the fruit against the leather. This is the EDP comparison; Byredo’s Black Saffron Absolu is a different edition.

What notes should you look for?

DUA lists Juniper Berry, Pomelo, Saffron, Leather Accord, Violet Leaf, Rose, Raspberry and Blonde Woods. Byredo Black Saffron EDP highlights Juniper Berries, Pomelo, Saffron, Black Violet, Cristal Rose, Accord Cuir, Blonde Woods and Raspberry. Start with Pomelo, Saffron, Raspberry and Blonde Woods when you compare them. Then see how Juniper Berry and Leather Accord on DUA’s side and Juniper Berries and Black Violet on the original’s side shape the scent around those notes.

How would we compare samples?

If you have samples, give each its own wrist and let the first spray settle. Come back once the notes you enjoy most are easier to pick out. Smelling them twice gives you a better idea of whether the opening is what drew you in or whether the finish is the part you want to wear. Check both on a day when you can keep the rest of your routine unscented. Use a blotter for a first impression if you’re sampling several scents at once. Save a skin test for the two you’re choosing between.

Which one would we try first?

We’d try DUA Darkside of Saffron if the notes above sound like what you want from this scent. If you’ve already worn Byredo Black Saffron EDP and have a particular part of it in mind, start with a small sample so you can compare that detail before buying. Check the size and format shown on the retailer page, and use the delivered price for the bottle you’d actually order. That’s especially helpful when one listing is for a travel size or sample and another is for a full bottle.