What Is DUA Tropical Kiss a Dupe Of?

DUA Tropical Kiss is a clone of Escada Island Kiss. 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?

Mango, passionfruit and raspberry make the fruity idea easy to follow. Magnolia, hibiscus and other flowers add another side, with musk and woods later on. We’d compare the sweetness after the opening settles, especially if you prefer one tropical fruit to stand out more than the others.

How do the notes compare?

DUA Tropical Kiss lists Passionfruit, Mango, Raspberry, Passion Flower, Orange, Magnolia, White Peach and Red Berries. Escada Island Kiss lists Mango, Passionfruit, Raspberry, Passion Flower, Orange, Magnolia, White Flowers and White Peach.

Both lists include Passionfruit, Mango, Raspberry, Passion Flower and Orange, giving you a few clear points to follow in a sample. For DUA Tropical Kiss, also look for Rose Hips and Blonde Woods. The original’s list also includes White Flowers, Rose Hip and White Woods.

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 Tropical Kiss if you want DUA’s interpretation of this scent. If the original’s exact balance is what you love, Escada Island Kiss 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.