What Is DUA Fashionista a Dupe Of?

DUA Fashionista is a clone of Masque Milano Times Square. 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?

Times Square is the fragrance behind Fashionista. Violet, rose, tuberose and osmanthus appear with hazelnut, styrax and woods in the two lists. We’d follow the floral side against those less usual supporting notes. If you enjoy fragrances that mix flowers with something richer, that contrast gives you a good place to start when sampling this pairing.

How do the notes compare?

DUA Fashionista lists Violet, Hazelnut, Rose, Osmanthus, Tuberose, Styrax, Guaiac Wood and Sandalwood. Masque Milano Times Square lists Violet, Rose, Hazelnut, Osmanthus, Tuberose, Styrax, Guaiac Wood and Sandalwood.

Both lists include Violet, Hazelnut, Rose, Osmanthus and Tuberose, 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 Fashionista if you want DUA’s interpretation of this scent. If the original’s exact balance is what you love, Masque Milano Times Square 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.