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Dua Brand Final Verdict — Review Overall vibe: bold, confident, “case closed” energy. It wears like a statement scent—cleanly blended for an extrait-style experience, with that familiar Dua DNA: loud opening, thick body, and long runway. Scent (9/10) Right off the spray, Final Verdict comes in assertive—smooth but intense. It feels dark-leaning, polished, and upscale, like a tailored jacket with a little edge. The mid develops into a richer, more “full” profile (Dua tends to push saturation), and the drydown is where it locks in: dense, lingering, and slightly more dramatic than you might expect. If you like fragrances that smell “expensive” and make people lean in, this is in that lane. Longevity (9.5/10) 10–14+ hours is realistic on skin, often longer on clothes. This is one of those “next morning, still there” situations, especially if you spray on fabric. Sillage (8.5/10) First 1–2 hours: strong aura (people will notice). After that: it settles into a steady, confident bubble that still announces itself when you move. Tip: If you don’t want it to dominate a room, go 2–4 sprays max. Comparison: Final Verdict vs. Amouage Decision What Final Verdict does similarly Captures the overall character and direction of Decision: that refined, serious, “grown” energy. Gives a recognizable signature that feels in the same family, especially once it reaches the heart and drydown. Where Final Verdict differs Richer and louder: Dua typically turns the “contrast” up—more intensity, more thickness, more projection early on. Less airy refinement: Amouage usually has that high-end “space” and polish—Decision tends to feel more nuanced and naturally evolving. Final Verdict feels more concentrated and direct. Performance edge: Final Verdict usually outlasts and can out-project depending on skin. Which one to pick? Pick Final Verdict if you want maximum performance, a bolder presence, and a “beast mode” version of the vibe. Pick Amouage Decision if you want higher refinement, more nuanced transitions, and that signature luxury finish.