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Sparkling Plums & Marshmallow is a fragrance by The Dua Brand, released in 2025. The composition was created by Maxem Raza and joined the Dua Designed Line collection.
This is a unisex perfume in extrait concentration, so its scent promises to be dense, rich and noticeable.
The name perfectly conveys the fragrance’s mood: juicy plum meets the airy sweetness of marshmallow.
The result is a playful, gourmand and slightly radiant impression that will appeal to those who enjoy fruity compositions with a soft, dessert-like character.
The fragrance does not strive for strict classicism — it was created for pleasure, a good mood and an impressive perfume trail.
The Dua Brand is an American perfume house founded in 2016 by the talented perfumer Maxem Raza.
In a relatively short time, the brand has grown from a small startup into a notable presence in niche perfumery, while retaining its bold approach to fragrance creation and its focus on expressive combinations.
For Sparkling Plums & Marshmallow, Maxem Raza chose a contrast of juicy plum, crystalline sugar, delicate snowdrop and sweet marshmallow.
This formula reflects the brand’s creative DNA particularly well: the fragrance is bright, modern and distinctive, while remaining approachable and comfortable for everyday exploration of niche perfumery.
The composition opens with plum and sugar. The opening is fruity, sweet and juicy, with a pleasant sparkle that immediately draws attention.
Snowdrop emerges at the heart, its cool floral nuance refreshing the sweet accord and adding lightness to the scent.
In the base, marshmallow envelops the composition in a soft, creamy cloud. It makes the fragrance rounder, cozier and more gourmand, smoothing the plum’s fruity expressiveness.
Overall, the perfume belongs to the floral, fruity and sweet categories, while its olfactive families combine floral, fruity and gourmand facets.
According to the description, Sparkling Plums & Marshmallow has a very strong sillage.
The extrait is especially suitable for cool weather, when sweet and fruity notes unfold with greater volume. The fragrance is a good choice for autumn, winter and early spring, as well as for parties, dates and festive occasions.
No exact recommended dosage for application to skin or clothing is specified.
Since this is a rich extrait with very strong sillage, it is sensible to start with one spray on the skin and assess its development after 15–20 minutes.
When applying it to clothing, it is best to exercise caution and use a small amount, especially on light-colored or delicate fabrics.
This is a unisex fragrance for those who enjoy plum, sugary and dessert-like compositions without dry austerity.
It may smell romantic and flirtatious on one person, yet rich and seductive on another, developing differently depending on skin temperature and the surrounding weather.
If you are drawn to sweet fruity fragrances with noticeable sillage, Sparkling Plums & Marshmallow is worth exploring.
For further exploration, consider Attar Collection Hayati: these fragrances share a love of expressive sweetness and gourmand character, although their personalities and nuances of development differ.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
The most concentrated form of perfume with a deep, multifaceted composition, exceptional durability, and an expressive trail
Perfumes for the fall and winter seasons often contain notes of vanilla, spices, ambergris, wood, and other warm accords, creating a feeling of comfort and warmth during the cold months
The top notes of the composition are plum and sugar, creating a juicy, sweet and sparkling opening. In the heart, snowdrop unfolds, adding a cool floral nuance and a touch of airiness.
The base note is marshmallow, creating a soft, creamy and gourmand dry-down. The pyramid is built on the contrast between fruity juiciness, delicate florality and dessert-like sweetness.
All the listed notes — marshmallow, plum, sugar and snowdrop — gradually blend into a noticeable, cozy and intensely sweet trail.
| Gender | Unisex |
| Brand | The Dua Brand |
| Segment | Artisanal perfumery |
| Country | United States |
| Website | http://www.dua-fragrances.com |
| Year of production | 2025 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Perfume extract |
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