Intenso
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2014 | Year | 2018 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
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Which Should You Buy?
Divisive and often misunderstood, Intenso is a smoky, sophisticated twist on the classic D&G Pour Homme. It's an acquired taste for some, a masterpiece for others, but rarely just 'okay.'
This one is a real head-scratcher. Some find it a beautiful, creamy lavender dream, a 'key lime pie' of scent. Others smell nothing but chemical detergent or dirty mothballs, and report inconsistent batches. An experience that’s either heavenly or a total wash.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 11% | 11% |
| Fruity | 4% | 0% |
| Green | 24% | 35% |
| Sweet | 17% | 10% |
| Warm | 16% | 16% |
| Woody | 14% | 15% |
| Earthy | 8% | 5% |
| Animalic | 8% | 3% |
| Fresh | 14% | 26% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Intenso's moderate sillage and 'clean' yet unique profile make it suitable for office wear if applied lightly, but its depth really shines in casual and date settings. While some find it 'classy,' the tobacco and hay accords might be too distinctive for highly formal events, and its warmth makes it a poor choice for sport.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and fresh, aromatic profile make it suitable for casual wear or the office, but it's not impactful enough for formal events. The calming lavender scent, despite some finding it like detergent, lends itself to relaxed settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Lavender, Fresh Spicy, Aromatic accords and Lavender, Basil notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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