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In 2018, The Dua Brand introduced The Monarch — a fragrance that's hard to forget. A masculine fragrance rooted in the chypre family. Conceived and brought to life by perfumer Mahsam Raza. Part of the Crystal collection, available as perfume extract.
Country of origin — the United States: no wonder the fragrance turned out this refined. A rich, layered composition that reveals itself differently depending on your mood and the time of day.
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 scent of The Monarch is built as a living composition, where notes flow with precision and warmth. The style of The Dua Brand comes through in the pacing of the notes and the overall aesthetic. No excess details, only what works, and the structure feels complete all the way through. Perfume extract emphasizes the right density and pace of development.
The accord architecture is built around these accords: Aromatic, Citrus, Gourmet and Floral without random overlap. Background accords such as Fruit, Musc, Wood and Powdery enrich the profile without taking over.
In a unified mixed pyramid the notes arrive together with a expressively spicy mood: Ambergris, Anise, Apple, Bergamot, Cassia, Cedar and Champaca.
The middle and base stages are felt as a continuous motion from lift to depth, which keeps the fragrance coherent.
From the group perspective the composition is built around Ambery, Spicy, Fruit and Citrus. The framework further includes Wood, Floral, Green and Animals.
Taken together The Monarch holds a coherent structure — the start forms character, the middle layer carries the identity, and the base secures the trail. These are the scent structures best experienced through real development.
| Gender | Male |
| Brand | The Dua Brand |
| Segment | Artisanal perfumery |
| Country | United States |
| Website | http://www.dua-fragrances.com |
| Year of production | 2018 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Perfume extract |
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