What Is DUA Perle De Dua Aoud a Dupe Of?

DUA Perle De Dua Aoud is a clone of By Kilian Pearl Oud. 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?

Pearl Oud is the original behind Perle De Dua Aoud. Rose and iris meet saffron, pepper, ylang-ylang and oud in the lists, with castoreum also named. We’d pay attention to the floral side against those darker ingredients. The oud note is a useful clue, but it doesn’t explain the entire combination on its own.

How do the notes compare?

DUA Perle De Dua Aoud lists Saffron, Black Pepper, Turkish Rose, Iris, Ylang-Ylang, Agarwood and Castoreum. By Kilian Pearl Oud lists Saffron, Black Pepper, Turkish Rose, Rose, Iris, Ylang-Ylang, Agarwood (Oud) and Castoreum.

Both lists include Saffron, Black Pepper, Turkish Rose, Iris and Ylang-Ylang, giving you a few clear points to follow in a sample. For DUA Perle De Dua Aoud, also look for Agarwood. The original’s list also includes Rose 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 Perle De Dua Aoud if you want DUA’s interpretation of this scent. If the original’s exact balance is what you love, By Kilian Pearl Oud 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.