What Is DUA Equilibrium 1.5 a Dupe Of?

DUA Equilibrium 1.5 is a clone of Ormonde Jayne One.5 Parfum. 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?

One5 is the reference, and fruit is a good place to start. Both lists bring berries and citrus together with several flowers, then add vanilla, musk, sandalwood and amber. We’d look for the balance between the fruity opening and the floral side, rather than expecting any single berry or flower to explain the whole fragrance.

How do the notes compare?

DUA Equilibrium 1.5 lists Cassis, Mandarin, Berries, Citron, Lychee, Waterlily, Honeysuckle and Magnolia. Ormonde Jayne One.5 Parfum lists Wild Berries, Litchi, Cassis, Citron, Mandarin Orange, Freesia, Osmanthus and Honeysuckle.

Both lists include Cassis, Citron, Honeysuckle, Magnolia and Freesia, giving you a few clear points to follow in a sample. For DUA Equilibrium 1.5, also look for Mandarin, Berries, Lychee and Waterlily. The original’s list also includes Wild Berries, Litchi, Mandarin Orange and Water Lily.

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 Equilibrium 1.5 if you want DUA’s interpretation of this scent. If the original’s exact balance is what you love, Ormonde Jayne One.5 Parfum 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.