What Is DUA Rare Rose 1984 a Dupe Of?

DUA Rare Rose 1984 is a clone of Ormonde Jayne 1984. 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?

Rose is the main reason to explore this 1984 pairing, with blackcurrant, pink pepper and nutmeg also on the list. Jasmine, incense and vanilla give you other details to follow. We’d compare how much room the rose gets around the spices, then check the sweetness as the opening settles.

How do the notes compare?

DUA Rare Rose 1984 lists Pink Pepper, Blackcurrant, Nutmeg, Rose Absolute, Jasmine, Amber, Incense and Vanilla Absolute. Ormonde Jayne 1984 lists Nutmeg, Black Currant, Pink Pepper, Incense, Rose, Amber, Jasmine and Vanilla.

Both lists include Pink Pepper, Nutmeg, Jasmine, Amber and Incense, giving you a few clear points to follow in a sample. For DUA Rare Rose 1984, also look for Blackcurrant, Rose Absolute, Vanilla Absolute and Benzoin. The original’s list also includes Black Currant, Rose and Vanilla.

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 Rare Rose 1984 if you want DUA’s interpretation of this scent. If the original’s exact balance is what you love, Ormonde Jayne 1984 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.