What Is DUA Petra's Legacy a Dupe Of?

DUA Petra's Legacy is a clone of Penhaligon’s Legacy of Petra. 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.

Why compare these two?

Fennel, licorice and green tea make this an interesting comparison before you get to the resins. Myrrh, frankincense and benzoin add further details to follow. We’d check how the aromatic notes sit against the vanilla, especially if you’re drawn to the fennel or licorice part of the idea.

How do the notes compare?

DUA Petra's Legacy lists Fennel, Green Tea, Bergamot, Licorice, Rosemary, Myrrh, Frankincense and Benzoin. Penhaligon’s Legacy of Petra lists Green Tea, Fennel, Bergamot, Licorice, Myrrh, Olibanum, Rosemary and Benzoin.

Both lists include Fennel, Green Tea, Bergamot, Licorice and Rosemary, giving you a few clear points to follow in a sample. For DUA Petra's Legacy, also look for Frankincense and Woodsy Notes. The original’s list also includes Olibanum and Woody Notes.

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 Petra's Legacy if you want DUA’s interpretation of this scent. If the original’s exact balance is what you love, Penhaligon’s Legacy of Petra 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.