What Is DUA Spicy Gourmand Delight a Dupe Of?

The fragrance behind DUA Spicy Gourmand Delight is Parfums de Marly Oajan EDP. It is a clone pairing built around cinnamon, honey and vanilla. We’d start with that idea, then look at how each scent puts its own notes together.

The idea behind the comparison

Cinnamon and honey make the connection easy to spot on paper. Benzoin, labdanum and patchouli add another side to the comparison, so we'd give those resinous and earthy details as much attention as the sweetness.

How do their notes compare?

The named notes for DUA Spicy Gourmand Delight include Tonka Bean, Patchouli, Artemisia, Ambergris, Osmanthus and Labdanum. Parfums de Marly Oajan EDP lists Cinnamon, Honey, Osmanthus, Benzoin, Ambergris and Labdanum among its own notes.

Use those notes as a guide when trying the pair. What matters is how they fit together: a brighter opening, a softer floral middle or a drier base can change the whole impression even when some of the ingredients sound familiar.

What would we look for in a sample?

Check the honey against the spice. If you prefer a drier scent, spend time with the warmer base before choosing a full bottle.

If you can get samples of both, use a similar amount and give each one time on skin. Come back to the comparison later in the day, especially if the opening and the base appeal to you for different reasons.

Which bottle makes more sense?

The choice comes down to how much you enjoy this balance on skin and which bottle fits your budget. We’d compare the current offers for DUA Spicy Gourmand Delight and Parfums de Marly Oajan EDP, including the bottle size and delivery cost. Give a sample enough time before committing, especially if the opening is your favorite part but you are less sure about the finish.