Is Perfumes Zag Zodiak 261 Dolce & Gabbana K a dupe of Dolce & Gabbana K by Dolce & Gabbana?
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
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.
Keeps K's juniper-lemon-clary sage-vetiver spine but drops the original's tobacco base note in favour of a cleaner cedar-patchouli finish.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Citrus-forward top with a light woody base suits spring and early autumn.
Occasions
Versatile for the office, casual wear and evening dates alike.
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 11 notes, including Patchouli
Adds allspice and blood orange, drops ambergris and amberwood
Where to buy
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K by Dolce & Gabbana EDT
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Import charges may apply
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