What Is DUA Her Rose Journey a Dupe Of?

DUA Her Rose Journey is a clone of BDK Parfums Bouquet de Hongrie. 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?

Bouquet de Hongrie is the reference. Pear, strawberry and cassis sit with rose and jasmine, followed by musk, amber and woods. We’d compare the fruit and flowers together, especially if you enjoy rose with a brighter background. A shared rose note tells you where to start, but the rest of the mix still matters.

How do the notes compare?

DUA Her Rose Journey lists Pear, Strawberry, Cassis, Turkish Rose, Sambac Jasmine, Lorenox, Amber Accord and Cedar. BDK Parfums Bouquet de Hongrie lists Pear, Strawberry, Cassis, Turkish Rose, Jasmine Sambac, Lorenox, Musk and Amber.

Both lists include Pear, Strawberry, Cassis, Turkish Rose and Lorenox, giving you a few clear points to follow in a sample. For DUA Her Rose Journey, also look for Sambac Jasmine and Amber Accord. The original’s list also includes Jasmine Sambac and Amber.

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 Her Rose Journey if you want DUA’s interpretation of this scent. If the original’s exact balance is what you love, BDK Parfums Bouquet de Hongrie 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.