What Is DUA Russian Rose Garden a Dupe Of?

DUA Russian Rose Garden is a clone of Tom Ford Rose de Russie. 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 de Russie is the reference here. Rose, white pepper, leather and woods make up a fairly focused set of comparison points. We’d pay attention to the pepper and leather around the flowers rather than expecting a straightforward rose scent. A short note list still leaves room for each bottle to balance those ingredients differently.

How do the notes compare?

DUA Russian Rose Garden lists Rose, White Pepper, Leather and Woodsy Notes. Tom Ford Rose de Russie lists White Pepper, Rose, Leather and Woody Notes.

Both lists include Rose, White Pepper and Leather, giving you a few clear points to follow in a sample. For DUA Russian Rose Garden, also look for Woodsy Notes. The original’s list also includes Woody Notes.

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 Russian Rose Garden if you want DUA’s interpretation of this scent. If the original’s exact balance is what you love, Tom Ford Rose de Russie 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.