What Is DUA Fruits of Aoud a Dupe Of?

The fragrance behind DUA Fruits of Aoud is Roja Dove Fruity Aoud. It is a clone pairing built around berries and flowers against oud and leather. We’d start with that idea, then look at how each scent puts its own notes together.

The idea behind the comparison

Strawberry, blackcurrant and raspberry give us the fruit side of the comparison. Oud, leather and woods provide the contrast, with rose and other flowers adding detail between those two very different directions.

How do their notes compare?

The named notes for DUA Fruits of Aoud include Orange Blossom, Black Currant, Cashmere Wood, Gurjan balsam, Guaiac Wood and Sandalwood. Roja Dove Fruity Aoud lists Grapefruit, Artemisia, Bergamot, Strawberry, Black Currant and Raspberry among its own notes.

Use those notes as a guide when trying the pair. What matters is how they fit together: a brighter opening, a softer floral middle or a drier base can change the whole impression even when some of the ingredients sound familiar.

What would we look for in a sample?

We’d check whether the fruit feels separate from the oud. Notice how the leather and resins change the sweeter impression over time.

If you can get samples of both, use a similar amount and give each one time on skin. Come back to the comparison later in the day, especially if the opening and the base appeal to you for different reasons.

Which bottle makes more sense?

The choice comes down to how much you enjoy this balance on skin and which bottle fits your budget. We’d compare the current offers for DUA Fruits of Aoud and Roja Dove Fruity Aoud, including the bottle size and delivery cost. Give a sample enough time before committing, especially if the opening is your favorite part but you are less sure about the finish.