Is Fragrance World Riche & Royale Intense a dupe of Dolce & Gabbana K by Dolce & Gabbana?
K by Dolce & Gabbana EDT
| EDT | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2019 | Year | 2022 |
| $$ | Price Tier | $$ |
Riche & Royale Intense EDP
While both share citrus, aromatic, and woody notes, K by Dolce & Gabbana offers a brighter, more traditionally masculine experience. Riche & Royale Intense leans unisex with a heavier emphasis on woody and earthy notes. K is fresher and more suited for daytime, while Riche & Royale Intense has a deeper profile that could work well into the evening. If you like a classic, uplifting and 'blue' fresh fragrance, go for K. For a modern, unisex take on woody aromatics, Riche & Royale Intense is the better pick.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- K by Dolce & Gabbana
- Riche & Royale Intense
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Which Should You Buy?
- You prefer a classic, masculine fragrance profile.
- You want a brighter scent for daytime wear.
- You enjoy prominent citrus and herbal notes.
- You prefer a more mass appealing fragrance.
- You prefer a unisex fragrance.
- You want a deeper, more intense scent.
- You enjoy a stronger woody and earthy base.
- You are looking for a versatile fragrance.
A Mediterranean burst of citrus and herbs, K by Dolce & Gabbana is a crisp, crowd-pleasing signature for the modern man. Effortlessly wearable, it balances freshness with woody backbone.
Echoes Dolce & Gabbana K with a bright blood orange and juniper start that settles into lavender, vetiver and cedar. Clean, lively and woody, with plenty of reach.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Earthy
11% share of the perfume
Incense
11% share of the perfume
Amberwood
11% share of the perfume
Spicy Notes
10% share of the perfume
Cinnamon
9% share of the perfume
Top Notes
Allspice
8% share of the perfume
Blood Orange
8% share of the perfume
Juniper
8% share of the perfume
Cardamom
6% share of the perfume
Lemon
5% share of the perfume
Heart Notes
Labdanum
11% share of the perfume
Ambergris
11% share of the perfume
Canadian Fir Balsam
8% share of the perfume
Patchouli
10%
vs
4%
Earthy
11% share of the perfume
Labdanum
11% share of the perfume
Incense
11% share of the perfume
Ambergris
11% share of the perfume
Amberwood
11% share of the perfume
Spicy Notes
10% share of the perfume
Guaiac Wood
10% share of the perfume
Cinnamon
9% share of the perfume
Canadian Fir Balsam
8% share of the perfume
Fig
11% share of the perfume
Clary Sage
11% share of the perfume
Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha
10% share of the perfume
Geranium
10% share of the perfume
Lavender
8% share of the perfume
Allspice
8% share of the perfume
Blood Orange
8% share of the perfume
Juniper
8% share of the perfume
Vetiver
6% share of the perfume
Cardamom
6% share of the perfume
Lemon
5% share of the perfume
Cedar
4% share of the perfume
Earthy
11% share of the perfume
Incense
11% share of the perfume
Amberwood
11% share of the perfume
Spicy Notes
10% share of the perfume
Cinnamon
9% share of the perfume
Allspice
8% share of the perfume
Blood Orange
8% share of the perfume
Juniper
8% share of the perfume
Cardamom
6% share of the perfume
Lemon
5% share of the perfume
Labdanum
11% share of the perfume
Ambergris
11% share of the perfume
Canadian Fir Balsam
8% share of the perfume
Fig
11% share of the perfume
Clary Sage
11% share of the perfume
Geranium
10% share of the perfume
Lavender
8% share of the perfume
Patchouli
10%
vs
4%
Guaiac Wood
10% share of the perfume
Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha
10% share of the perfume
Vetiver
6% share of the perfume
Cedar
4% share of the perfume
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
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The vibrant citrus opening and aromatic heart make K ideal for spring and summer, with enough woody depth to transition into early fall. It lacks the density and warmth to truly shine in winter.
Occasions
K's moderate projection, fresh citrus character, and clean woody finish make it versatile for casual, office, and date settings. It is less suited for formal black-tie events.
Seasons
Blood orange, juniper and lavender are bright and cooling, which puts spring and summer first. Cold winter days want something richer.
Occasions
Its aromatic and fresh spicy notes make it versatile for most casual and date settings, providing a clean yet appealing presence. While not overly formal, its modern sophistication allows for some office wear, though it might be a bit too present for highly conservative environments.
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.
Shares 1 of its 10 notes, including Patchouli
Adds ambergris and amberwood, drops allspice and blood orange
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K by Dolce & Gabbana EDT
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