Dolce & Gabbana 2019 EDT

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K by Dolce & Gabbana

by Daphné Bugey

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Dolce & Gabbana K by Dolce & Gabbana is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2019, created by Daphné Bugey. K by Dolce & Gabbana opens with Spicy Notes, Earthy, Cinnamon, and Incense, settles into a heart of Labdanum, Ambergris, and Canadian Fir Balsam, and dries down to a base of Patchouli and Guaiac Wood. Dolce & Gabbana's K by Dolce & Gabbana carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

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.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Fresh
  • Modern
  • Clean
  • Energetic
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K by Dolce & Gabbana Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Amberwood21%
Earthy21%
Incense21%
Spicy Notes19%
Cinnamon18%
Heartas listed
Ambergris36%
Labdanum36%
Canadian Fir Balsam27%
Baseas listed
Patchouli53%
Guaiac Wood47%

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
Also Works:
Fall

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.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal Sport

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.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

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

K by Dolce & Gabbana Eau de Toilette opens with a rush of sun-drenched citrus and juniper, conjuring images of the Italian countryside under sapphire skies. Crisp blood orange and lemon sparkle atop a vibrant heart of lavender, clary sage, and spicy pimento, while a robust base of cedar, vetiver, and patchouli provides earthy depth. This fragrance is clean, lively, and subtly charismatic, evoking Mediterranean breezes, sun-warmed hills, and easy confidence.

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