What Is DUA Leather Supremacy a Dupe Of?

DUA Leather Supremacy is a clone of David Jourquin Cuir Altesse. 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?

Cuir Altesse is the reference for Leather Supremacy. Alongside leather, DUA names pepper, cardamom, cloves and cumin, plus rose, jasmine and warmer base notes. We’d pay attention to those spices around the leather. If you already enjoy the original, think about which part you want most from another bottle before deciding how close this one needs to be.

How do the notes compare?

DUA Leather Supremacy lists Cardamom, Pink Pepper, Orange, Patchouli, Rose, Clove, Cumin and Jasmine. David Jourquin Cuir Altesse lists Cardamom, Pink Pepper, Orange, Patchouli, Cloves, Rose Petals, Cumin and Jasmine.

Both lists include Cardamom, Pink Pepper, Orange, Patchouli and Cumin, giving you a few clear points to follow in a sample. For DUA Leather Supremacy, also look for Rose, Clove, Tonka Bean and Oakmoss. The original’s list also includes Cloves, Rose Petals, Coumarin and oak moss.

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 Leather Supremacy if you want DUA’s interpretation of this scent. If the original’s exact balance is what you love, David Jourquin Cuir Altesse 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.