What Is DUA Ethereal Bloom a Dupe Of?

DUA Ethereal Bloom is a clone of Parfums de Marly Valaya EDP. 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?

Valaya is the fragrance behind this pairing. DUA lists white peach and citrus at the top, orange blossom and white flowers in the middle, then musks, vanilla and woods below. We’d focus on that clean floral idea rather than assuming the shared peach note makes it a fruit-led scent. The balance of flowers and musk is worth trying for yourself.

How do the notes compare?

DUA Ethereal Bloom lists Bergamot, Mandarin, White Peach, Orange Blossom, White Flowers, White Musks, Akigalawood and Vanilla. Parfums de Marly Valaya EDP lists Aldehydes, White Peach, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange, Orange Blossom, Petalia, Lily-of-the-Valley and Nympheal™.

Both lists include Bergamot, White Peach, Orange Blossom, Akigalawood and Vanilla, giving you a few clear points to follow in a sample. For DUA Ethereal Bloom, also look for Mandarin, White Flowers and White Musks. The original’s list also includes Aldehydes, Mandarin Orange, Petalia and Lily-of-the-Valley.

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 Ethereal Bloom if you want DUA’s interpretation of this scent. If the original’s exact balance is what you love, Parfums de Marly Valaya EDP 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.