Is Blossom Perfumery 388 The Only One a dupe of Dolce & Gabbana The Only One?

The Only One EDP

Dolce & Gabbana by Violaine Collas Original Statement

388 The Only One EDP

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2018 Year -
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388 The Only One Eau de Parfum bottle 388 The Only One EDP
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - The Only One EDP
A modern floral gourmand that seduces with creamy vanilla and coffee, balanced by juicy citrus and powdery florals. Irresistibly addictive, elegant yet inviting, this is a signature scent for those who want to be noticed for their warmth and charm.
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Our Verdict - 388 The Only One EDP
No. 388 follows Dolce & Gabbana's The Only One coffee-caramel-floral template closely, but the rose and iris heart is quieter and the vanilla-caramel base sweetens faster, giving a simpler, less powdery result that fades sooner than the original.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
The Only One EDP A 388 The Only One EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
The Only One EDP
388 The Only One EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Orange Blossom 33% vs 21%
Only in The Only One
Jasmine 33% Coconut 33%
Only in 388 The Only One
Coffee 28% Rose 25% Iris 25%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 36% vs 39%
Only in The Only One
Cashmere Wood 35% Cedar 28%
Only in 388 The Only One
Caramel 32% Patchouli 29%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

The Only One 388 The Only One
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

The Only One

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

The sweet vanilla and caramel, creamy florals, and powdery gourmand character shine in cooler weather, making this ideal for fall and winter, but it can also be worn in spring for a comforting yet radiant effect. The richness and warmth can be cloying in hot summer heat.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal

Its addictive sweetness and moderate boldness make it a standout for dates and evening occasions, while the sophisticated floral-gourmand balance works for casual and formal settings. It's too opulent and enveloping for sport or gym scenarios, and can be a bit much for close-quarters office wear.

388 The Only One

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

Community season votes for Dolce & Gabbana The Only One, the fragrance this is built to match, favour spring, autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal

Wearers put Dolce & Gabbana The Only One, the fragrance this is built to match, at its best for date nights, casual wear and formal occasions.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match
4%
Key Similarities

Shares 2 of its 10 notes, including Vanilla, Orange Blossom

Key Differences

Adds bergamot and caramel, drops apple and cashmere wood

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