What Is DUA Midnight Rendezvous a Dupe Of?

DUA Midnight Rendezvous is a clone of Yves Saint Laurent La Nuit de L'Homme EDT. 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?

Cardamom and lavender are the natural starting point for this La Nuit de L’Homme pairing. Bergamot, cedar and vetiver add detail, and we’d compare how that spicy opening settles into a quieter woody fragrance.

How do the notes compare?

DUA Midnight Rendezvous lists Cardamom, Lavender, Virginia Cedar, Bergamot, Vetiver and Caraway. Yves Saint Laurent La Nuit de L'Homme EDT lists Cardamom, Bergamot, Lavender, Iris, Cedar, Vetiver, Coumarin and Tonka Bean.

Both lists include Cardamom, Lavender, Bergamot and Vetiver, giving you a few clear points to follow in a sample. For DUA Midnight Rendezvous, also look for Virginia Cedar and Caraway. The original’s list also includes Iris, Cedar, Coumarin and Tonka Bean.

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 Midnight Rendezvous if you want DUA’s interpretation of this scent. If the original’s exact balance is what you love, Yves Saint Laurent La Nuit de L'Homme EDT 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.