Fragrances inspired by The One for Men Eau de Parfum
The original
The One for Men
Dolce & Gabbana
The two side by side
Our verdict
Editor reviewedWhat they share
Every one of its 9 notes is in the original, including Basil, Coriander, Grapefruit
The main difference
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Our verdict
While both offer a warm, spicy tobacco experience, The One EDP distinguishes itself with greater depth and sophistication, justifying its higher price.
What they share
Every one of its 9 notes is in the original, including Basil, Coriander, Grapefruit
The main difference
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Choose La Uno El Uno Para Hombres when
You want a great scent on a tight budget.
What they share
Shares 7 of its 9 notes, including Basil, Coriander, Grapefruit
The main difference
Adds amberwood and apple, drops amber and ginger
What they share
Shares 7 of its 9 notes, including Basil, Ginger, Cardamom
The main difference
Adds bergamot and vanilla, drops coriander and grapefruit
Our verdict
The One EDP is the richer, smoother, more polished scent: warmer tobacco, deeper amber, and a more memorable presence.
What they share
Shares 6 of its 8 notes, including Coriander, Grapefruit, Cardamom
The main difference
Adds neroli and vanilla, drops basil and ginger
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You want the closest match for less money.
Our verdict
The One by Dolce & Gabbana and Qasaed Al Sultan by Lattafa may share amber and spicy accords, but they cater to distinct audiences.
What they share
Shares 1 of its 9 notes, including Amber
The main difference
Adds bergamot and honey, drops basil and cardamom
Choose Qasaed Al Sultan when
Enjoy unisex fragrances.
What they share
Shares 1 of its 12 notes, including Amber
The main difference
Adds bergamot and jasmine, drops basil and cardamom
What they share
Every one of its 9 notes is in the original, including Basil, Coriander, Grapefruit
The main difference
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
Scent profile
How we judge a match
We score each pairing on the two fragrance profiles: shared accords, overlapping notes, longevity and projection, and the occasions each suits. A good inspired-by scent captures the original's character rather than copying it molecule for molecule.
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Inspired-by fragrances. Not affiliated with, endorsed by or produced by Dolce & Gabbana. Match scores are our estimate of how alike two perfumes smell, calculated from their published notes, not a measurement. How we score similarity.