What Is DUA Night In The Alley a Dupe Of?

DUA Night In The Alley is a clone of Gypsy Story Kocha Nights. 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?

Red fruits and tagetes share space with amber, cedar, vetiver and balsam here. We’d compare how the fruit sits against those woodier notes rather than expecting fruit to tell the whole story. The tagetes is also worth following if you enjoy a more aromatic edge around sweeter notes.

How do the notes compare?

DUA Night In The Alley lists Red Fruits, Tagetes, Amber, Cedar Wood, Vetiver and Gurjan Balsam. Gypsy Story Kocha Nights lists Red Fruits, Marigold, Vetiver, Amber, Cedar and Gurjan balsam.

Both lists include Red Fruits, Amber, Vetiver and Gurjan Balsam, giving you a few clear points to follow in a sample. For DUA Night In The Alley, also look for Tagetes and Cedar Wood. The original’s list also includes Marigold and Cedar.

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 Night In The Alley if you want DUA’s interpretation of this scent. If the original’s exact balance is what you love, Gypsy Story Kocha Nights 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.