Dua
Carnal Gray
Best BDK Gris Charnel Dupe
Dua Carnal Gray is a clone of BDK Gris Charnel, with a 78% accuracy score and about 75% cheaper than the original.
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78% MatchInspired by $264 originalSave about 75%
Accuracy Breakdown
Overall Accuracy78%
You SaveAbout 75%
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The Scoop
Carnal Gray captures the chypre-floral structure of Gris Charnel with its peppery top and iris-violet heart, though the aldehydic brightness may feel slightly softer in the clone. The base performs similarly with its vetiver-patchouli drydown and musky finish, making this a respectable homage to the original's understated sophistication.
Key Differences
The clone may lack the slightly animalic edge of the original's cypriol and ambroxan combination, and longevity could be marginally shorter. Sillage tends to be comparable, but the overall character feels subtly more linear and less complex than BDK's composition.
Fragrance Profile
Best Seasons
Spring86%
Summer77%
Fall / Autumn100%
Winter97%
Community Insights
★ 4.6 from 17 ratingsWhat people who wear Dua Carnal Gray report, based on votes and reviews from a large fragrance community.
Main accords
woody
warm spicy
aromatic
powdery
iris
earthy
sweet
green
Day or night
Day
Night
What wearers say
“Definite dupe of Gris Charnel, as close to 1:1 save the opening which is much greener and ever so slightly fruitier than its inspiration. The drydown is identical, gets much creamier and milkier with a nice spicy backdrop.Can be worn all year, same with Gris Charnel which is strong enough for cool weather but pleasant enough for the warmer months.Projects very loudly with 10+ hours longevity. DUA are extraits, so bear that in mind. Needs to macerate once opened, I'd say for 2-4 weeks.”
“Love this, but Liam Grey (as a dupe of Grey Charnel) is better. Just had a nice scent. Not sure if its because the fig or tea is more prominent. Overall, all are great scents. Just love fig and tea colognes.”
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