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D&G Masculine Eau de Parfum bottle D&G Masculine EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
M Gender F
1999 Year 2020
££ Price Tier £
Summer Empress Eau de Toilette bottle Summer Empress EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - D&G Masculine EDP
This one's a proper cult classic, still mourned years after it was binned. You're either going to love its sharp, green citrus, or find it a painfully dated relic. If you're after that '90s fresh-out-of-the-shower vibe, this is your jam - but good luck finding a bottle that won't cost an arm and a leg.
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Our Verdict - Summer Empress EDT
A surprisingly sophisticated choice for its budget tier, Summer Empress combines a fresh and spicy profile with moderate longevity.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
D&G Masculine EDP
Summer Empress EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 52% vs 38%
Only in D&G Masculine
Petitgrain 47%
Only in Summer Empress
Grapefruit 33% Peppermint 29%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 20% vs 26%
Cedar 20% vs 40%
Musk 19% vs 33%
Only in D&G Masculine
Teak 22% Fig Leaf 18%

Accords

D&G Masculine Summer Empress
100%
Aromatic
84%
Citrus
70%
81%
Green
60%
80%
Fresh Spicy
80%
77%
Woody
50%
100%
Citrus shared
84%
70%
Green shared
81%
60%
Fresh Spicy shared
80%
80%
Woody shared
77%
50%

Performance

D&G Masculine Summer Empress
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

D&G Masculine

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, clean, and subtly woody character makes it versatile, particularly for casual and office wear where it won't overwhelm. While not a formal showstopper, it's a solid choice for dates, with many reviewers lauding its compliment-getting nature.

Summer Empress

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

The fresh spicy and citrus notes make it versatile for spring and summer months, while a hint of floral gives it appropriateness for fall. Its light projection and moderate longevity make it less suitable for winter's cold temperature.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate longevity and light projection make it a good fit for casual and office environments, while its fresh and clean characteristics are less suited for formal events or sports.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
90%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, green, fresh spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

D&G Masculine EDP
Summer Empress EDT
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