Dolce & Gabbana 2023 EDT

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Dolce Violet

by Émilie Coppermann

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Dolce & Gabbana Dolce Violet is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2023, created by Émilie Coppermann. Dolce Violet opens with Cyclamen, Mandarin, and Blackcurrant, settles into a heart of Violet, Pear, and Blackcurrant, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, and Vanilla. Dolce & Gabbana's Dolce Violet carries a Favourite verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This one's a mixed bag. Some absolutely love this jammy, fruity floral, praising its uplifting vibe, while others are baffled by the 'Violet' in the name, struggling to detect it amidst the blackcurrant. Be sure to test it out before committing, but if it clicks, it could be your next happy scent.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Sweet
  • Feminine
  • Clean
  • Energetic
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Dolce Violet Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its fruity-fresh and light character make it suitable for casual wear and even the gym, with many noting its shampoo-like cleanliness. However, the moderate performance means it won't overwhelm in an office setting but might be too fleeting for formal events.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Dolce Violet opens with a burst of juicy blackcurrant and zesty mandarin, creating a sweet and tart introduction. As it settles, a soft pear note emerges, mingling with a hint of powdery violet, though the fruit remains dominant. The dry down is a comforting embrace of creamy vanilla, smooth sandalwood, and a whisper of clean musk, leaving a gentle, feminine trail.

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