Dupe of what?
What Is DUA Magical Milan a Dupe Of?
The Dua Brand Magical Milan is a clone of Giorgio Armani A Milano.
DUA Magical Milan is a clone of Giorgio Armani A Milano. Here’s what connects them and what we’d look for in a sample.
The alternative
The Dua Brand Magical Milan
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The original
Giorgio Armani A Milano
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Compare the notes
Here’s how their listed notes line up.
The alternative
The Dua Brand Magical Milan
Notes
- Wild Lavender
Orris Root
White Musk
Citruses
Cypress
Citron
elemi
The original
Giorgio Armani A Milano
Top notes
- Citruses
- Citron
- elemi
Middle notes
- Wild Lavender
- Cypress
Base notes
- Orris Root
- White Musk
DUA Magical Milan is a clone of Giorgio Armani A Milano. 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.
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Why compare these two?
A Milano is the reference here. Citrus, elemi, wild lavender and cypress meet orris and white musk in the listed profile. We’d focus on that aromatic side as well as the first freshness. If you like the idea of lavender with something woodier and greener around it, follow those notes as the sample settles before deciding on a bottle.
How do the notes compare?
DUA Magical Milan lists Citruses, Citron, Elemi, Wild Lavender, Cypress, Orris Root and White Musk. Giorgio Armani A Milano lists Citruses, Citron, elemi, Wild Lavender, Cypress, Orris Root and White Musk.
Both lists include Citruses, Citron, Elemi, Wild Lavender and Cypress, giving you a few clear points to follow in a sample.
What would we look for in a sample?
A sample gives you room to find out which balance you enjoy. We’d try both with a similar amount, let the opening settle and come back later in the day. Pay attention to the part you most want to wear, whether that’s the first freshness or the warmer finish.
Which one would we buy?
We’d start with DUA Magical Milan if you want DUA’s interpretation of this scent. If the original’s exact balance is what you love, Giorgio Armani A Milano 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.