What Is DUA Love It For Him a Dupe Of?

DUA Love It For Him is a clone of Clive Christian V for Men. 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?

V for Men is the reference here. Three kinds of pepper appear in DUA’s list, with elemi, nutmeg, orris, incense and woods following them. We’d compare the spicy side first, then come back to the warmer ingredients as the samples settle. If you enjoy pepper but want more than a sharp opening, the rest of this profile is worth exploring.

How do the notes compare?

DUA Love It For Him lists Elemi Resin, Citrus, White Pepper, Black Pepper, Pink Pepper, Nutmeg, Orris and Olibanum. Clive Christian V for Men lists Elemi resin, Citruses, Black Pepper, White Pepper, Pink Pepper, Nutmeg, Orris and Olibanum.

Both lists include Elemi Resin, White Pepper, Black Pepper, Pink Pepper and Nutmeg, giving you a few clear points to follow in a sample. For DUA Love It For Him, also look for Citrus, Cedar Wood and Oud. The original’s list also includes Citruses, Cedar and Agarwood (Oud).

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 Love It For Him if you want DUA’s interpretation of this scent. If the original’s exact balance is what you love, Clive Christian V for Men 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.