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The Dua Brand Gladiator's Sword
Gender:
Male
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Gladiator's Sword and the Character of The Dua Brand
The Dua Brand Gladiator's Sword is a men's fragrance from 2025 in extrait de parfum concentration, created for those who appreciate expressive, rich compositions with character.
The fragrance belongs to the leather and woody families and is part of the Inspired Expression collection.
This release continues the energetic aesthetic of The Dua Brand, an American perfume house founded in 2016 by Mahsam Raza.
The brand began as a small project and gradually grew into a notable presence in niche perfumery, focusing on long-lasting, dense and emotionally expressive fragrances.
Fragrance Pyramid and Development
Gladiator's Sword unfolds in multifaceted layers: a fresh citrus burst of bergamot meets spicy, balsamic and fruity nuances.
As it develops, the scent becomes darker and deeper, combining dried fruits, wine, incense, immortelle and clove with soft floral nuances of rose and geranium.
The base is especially marked by a leather accord, cedar, patchouli, vetiver, saffron and musk.
As a result, the fragrance comes across as composed, dry and nobly warm, combining textured woods, resinous depth and a subtle vinous allure.
Sillage and Wearability
Gladiator's Sword is said to have very strong sillage, so it is intended for a confident presence and is highly noticeable in the surrounding space.
The extrait de parfum concentration supports a dense, rich scent profile that is especially suitable for cool weather, evenings, formal occasions or situations when you want to emphasize your individuality.
This is a men's fragrance with a striking, almost cinematic mood. However, its character is defined not by sharpness but by a blend of contrasts: freshness and dryness, spices and subtly sweet dried fruits, leather and floral-balsamic nuances.
Specific recommendations for the number of sprays on skin and clothing are not provided in the available information, so it is best to start with a small amount and gradually assess the intensity on your own skin.
The Perfumer and Its Place in the Collection
The composition was created by Mahsam Raza, founder and key perfumer of The Dua Brand.
His work on Gladiator's Sword reflects the brand's recognizable approach to expressive fragrances: there is no attempt at barely perceptible transparency, but rather a carefully constructed structure, noticeable sillage and rich texture.
Other concentrations of this fragrance are not listed in the database. As a direction for further exploration, you might consider Bill Blass Mr Blass, one of the fragrances noted as similar.
It can help continue the exploration of men's compositions with a distinctive character and a pronounced perfumery presence.
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