Is Lattafa Ra'ed Luxe a dupe of Dolce & Gabbana K by Dolce & Gabbana?
K by Dolce & Gabbana EDT
| EDT | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2019 | Year | 2019 |
| $$ | Price Tier | $ |
Ra'ed Luxe EDP
While both K by Dolce & Gabbana and Ra'ed Luxe aim for a fresh, aromatic profile with a woody undertone, their execution differs significantly. K offers a polished, refined Mediterranean experience at a mid-tier price. Ra'ed Luxe, positioned as a budget-friendly alternative, presents a more synthetic and potentially divisive opening. While some find it a close approximation, its quality and longevity may not match K. If you seek a safe, versatile, and higher-quality fragrance, K is the better choice. If budget is your primary concern and you're willing to risk a less refined scent profile, Ra'ed Luxe might be worth exploring.
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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
- Ra'ed Luxe
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
- You want a more refined and natural smelling fragrance.
- You prefer a safer, more versatile scent profile.
- Quality and longevity are important to you.
- You appreciate the Dolce & Gabbana brand.
- You're on a tight budget and need an affordable option.
- You're curious about a potential D&G K dupe.
- You don't mind a synthetic opening if it improves.
- You prefer a stronger initial projection.
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.
Watermelon, pineapple and juniper with lavender, sage and an icy freshness, finishing on creamy sandalwood and vanilla. A fruity-aromatic everyday scent for the office, the gym and warm weather.
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
Watermelon
10% share of the perfume
Pineapple
9% share of the perfume
Juniper
7% share of the perfume
Jasmine
4% share of the perfume
Pink Pepper
4% share of the perfume
Silk Tree Blossom
3% 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
Heart Notes
Lavender
8% share of the perfume
Green Notes
4% share of the perfume
Sage
4% share of the perfume
Cinnamon
4% share of the perfume
Cinnamon
8%
vs
3%
Earthy
11% share of the perfume
Patchouli
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
Canadian Fir Balsam
8% share of the perfume
Watermelon
10% share of the perfume
Pineapple
9% share of the perfume
Lavender
8% share of the perfume
Juniper
7% share of the perfume
Sandalwood
7% share of the perfume
Vetiver
7% share of the perfume
Strawberry
6% share of the perfume
Musk
6% share of the perfume
Vanilla
6% share of the perfume
Amber
5% share of the perfume
Green Notes
4% share of the perfume
Jasmine
4% share of the perfume
Pink Pepper
4% share of the perfume
Sage
4% share of the perfume
Silk Tree Blossom
3% share of the perfume
Ice
3% share of the perfume
Chestnut
2% share of the perfume
Tonka Bean
1% 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
Watermelon
10% share of the perfume
Pineapple
9% share of the perfume
Juniper
7% share of the perfume
Jasmine
4% share of the perfume
Pink Pepper
4% share of the perfume
Silk Tree Blossom
3% share of the perfume
Labdanum
11% share of the perfume
Ambergris
11% share of the perfume
Canadian Fir Balsam
8% share of the perfume
Lavender
8% share of the perfume
Green Notes
4% share of the perfume
Sage
4% share of the perfume
Cinnamon
4% share of the perfume
Patchouli
11% share of the perfume
Guaiac Wood
10% share of the perfume
Sandalwood
7% share of the perfume
Vetiver
7% share of the perfume
Strawberry
6% share of the perfume
Musk
6% share of the perfume
Vanilla
6% share of the perfume
Amber
5% share of the perfume
Ice
3% share of the perfume
Chestnut
2% share of the perfume
Tonka Bean
1% 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
Watermelon, pineapple and juniper are fresh and bright: spring and summer first, with the creamy base letting it into autumn.
Occasions
Fresh, clean and easy, it is at home at the office, on casual days and at the gym. Not dressy enough for formal events.
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 Cinnamon
Adds ambergris and amberwood, drops amber and chestnut
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K by Dolce & Gabbana EDT
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