Dolce & Gabbana 2008 EDT

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The One for Men

by Olivier Polge

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Dolce & Gabbana The One for Men is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2008, created by Olivier Polge. The One for Men opens with Grapefruit, Coriander, and Basil, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Cardamom, and Ginger, and dries down to a base of Amber, Cedar, and Tobacco. Dolce & Gabbana's The One for Men carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

Dolce & Gabbana The One EDT is a divisive one. While many hail its warm, sexy aroma as a date night classic, equally many decry its notoriously poor performance. It's a gorgeous scent, but be prepared for it to fade into an intimate skin scent far quicker than you'd like.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Romantic
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Classic
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The One for Men 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:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its intimate projection and warm, inviting accords make it perfect for date nights and formal events where close contact is common. Given the poor projection, it could work for an office setting if applied lightly, but it's not a casual or sporty choice at all.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT., AQUA/WATER, PARFUM/FRAGRANCE, ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE, PROPYLENE GLYCOL, DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE, METHYLPARABEN, LINALOOL, LIMONENE, ALPHA-ISOMETHYL IONONE, GERANIOL, CITRAL, FARNESOL, CITRONELLOL, CI 15985/YELLOW 6, CI 19140/YELLOW 5, CI 60730/EXT·VIOLET 2, CI 14700/RED 4, CI 42090/BLUE 1.

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

2 of 3 other shops' lists name the same allergens.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Opening with a fresh burst of grapefruit and green basil, it quickly settles into a heart of warm ginger and spicy cardamom, brightened by orange blossom. The base is where the magic truly happens: a rich, smooth blend of amber and tobacco, underpinned by a subtle cedarwood, creating a sophisticated and inviting aroma that's often described as a 'hug in a bottle'.

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Where to buy

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