What Is DUA Oglasa a Dupe Of?

DUA Oglasa is a clone of Masque Milano Montecristo. 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?

Rum, tobacco, ambrette and celery seed give this Montecristo pairing several unusual details to follow. There are woods, balsams and animalic notes on the lists too. We’d let the opening settle before deciding which side catches your attention, especially if the rum or tobacco is your main reason for trying it.

How do the notes compare?

DUA Oglasa lists Ambrette, Rum Accord, Cabreuva, Tobacco, Celery Seed, Styrax, Cistus and Hyrax. Masque Milano Montecristo lists Ambrette (Musk Mallow), Rum, Cabreuva, Tobacco, Labdanum, Benzoin, Celery Seeds and Hyrax.

Both lists include Cabreuva, Tobacco, Styrax and Hyrax, giving you a few clear points to follow in a sample. For DUA Oglasa, also look for Ambrette, Rum Accord, Celery Seed and Cistus. The original’s list also includes Ambrette (Musk Mallow), Rum, Labdanum and Benzoin.

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 Oglasa if you want DUA’s interpretation of this scent. If the original’s exact balance is what you love, Masque Milano Montecristo 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.