Dolce & Gabbana 2013 EDP

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The One Desire

Composed by Givaudan

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Dolce & Gabbana The One Desire is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013. The One Desire opens with Bergamot, Mandarin, Lily Of The Valley, and Litchi, settles into a heart of Tuberose, and dries down to a base of Amber, Sandalwood, Vanilla, and Caramel. Dolce & Gabbana's The One Desire carries a Statement verdict, a caramel-led wear.

A truly polarising scent. While some find this a grown-up gourmand with enticing caramel and creamy florals, others are utterly repulsed by what they describe as a burnt, cloying mess or a complete absence of the promised notes. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Sensual
  • Romantic
  • Sophisticated
The One Desire Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Several reviews highlight its suitability for date nights and colder weather, suggesting its depth and sweetness are best reserved for evenings. While some find it office-appropriate due to a perceived soft projection, this isn't a consensus, making it a questionable choice for daily office wear due to its strong, heavy notes for many.

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About

The One Desire opens with a juicy burst of litchi and bright citruses, quickly settling into a rich heart of creamy tuberose. The dry down is a warm embrace of caramel and vanilla, underscored by smooth sandalwood and deep amber. It's a heady, sweet concoction designed for allure.