Is Lattafa 24 Carat White Gold a dupe of Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue?

Light Blue EDT

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24 Carat White Gold EDP

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Light Blue Eau de Toilette bottle Light Blue EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
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24 Carat White Gold Eau de Parfum bottle 24 Carat White Gold EDP
Our Verdict

Light Blue by Dolce & Gabbana and 24 Carat White Gold by Lattafa are both fresh and vibrant, yet cater to different tastes. Light Blue is a feminine EdT, celebrated for its crisp citrus and woody musk, perfect for those seeking an effortlessly wearable fragrance. In contrast, 24 Carat White Gold offers a fresh, spicy unisex EdP experience that is more budget-friendly and polarizing. While both share citrus and woody notes, Light Blue leans towards a breezy, optimistic feel, while 24 Carat White Gold provides a more complex, bold scent profile. Choose Light Blue for its iconic status and consistent quality; opt for 24 Carat White Gold if you're adventurous and budget-conscious.

$40.00+ tax from
1.7 fl oz (50 ml) at MicroPerfumes
Best value $10.20/fl oz (6.8 fl oz (200 ml))
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$16.99+ tax from
3.4 fl oz (100 ml) at Maple Prime
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Light Blue if...
  • You prefer a feminine fragrance.
  • You want a proven, iconic scent.
  • You like breezy, citrusy freshness.
Choose 24 Carat White Gold if...
  • You want a unisex fragrance.
  • You are on a budget.
  • You enjoy fresh, spicy aromas.
Our Verdict - Light Blue EDT
A summer staple that splits opinions between divine refreshment and mundane false starts. Its lemony apple zest is loved by fresh-scent seekers but labelled basic by those expecting more complexity.
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Our Verdict - 24 Carat White Gold EDP
A divisive scent, Lattafa's 24 Carat White Gold is a fresh, spicy, and aromatic blend that aims for mass appeal but lands firmly in 'love-it-or-loathe-it' territory. It's often compared to popular designer fragrances, offering a unique twist on familiar fresh DNAs.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Light Blue EDT A 24 Carat White Gold 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
Light Blue EDT
24 Carat White Gold EDP

Notes

Only in Light Blue
Lemon 34% Apple 25% Cedar 23% Bellflower 18%
Only in 24 Carat White Gold
Bergamot 55% Orange Blossom 45%
Only in Light Blue
Musk 55% Amber 45%
Only in 24 Carat White Gold
Vetiver 100%

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

Light Blue 24 Carat White Gold
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Light Blue

Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Light Blue's moderate sillage and longevity make it suitable for casual and date settings, though its freshness fits sporty occasions too. Its simplicity and lightness make it less appropriate for formal events.

24 Carat White Gold

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh and clean profile makes it suitable for casual wear and sports, while its moderate performance allows it to be worn in an office setting. It's not particularly romantic or formal, aligning with reviewer comments about its 'manly' and 'nothing special' vibe that lacks seductive qualities.

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
2%
Key Similarities

Similar overall composition based on olfactory analysis

Key Differences

Adds amber and apple, drops bergamot and geranium

Where to buy

Light Blue EDT
24 Carat White Gold EDP

Prices before sales tax, which the shop adds at checkout.

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