What Is DUA Flower of China a Dupe Of?

DUA Flower of China is a clone of Tom Ford Fleur de Chine. 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?

DUA’s description moves between flowers, fruit, tea and woods, so it’s worth giving this one more than a quick sniff. Magnolia, peach and plum give you an opening to follow before the warmer notes take over. We’d see whether the floral character still interests you later, rather than choosing solely on the first fruity impression.

What notes should you look for?

DUA lists Magnolia, Exotic Floral Notes, White Peach, Hyacinth, Plum, Tea, Amber and Vetiver.

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 Flower of China if the notes above sound like what you want from this scent. If you’ve already worn Tom Ford Fleur de Chine 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.