Dolce & Gabbana 2009 EDP

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D&G Anthology La Lune 18

by Jean-Michel Duriez

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Dolce & Gabbana D&G Anthology La Lune 18 is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2009, created by Jean-Michel Duriez. D&G Anthology La Lune 18 opens with Red Apple, Green Notes, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Rose, Tuberose, and Lily, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Sandalwood, and Iris. Dolce & Gabbana's D&G Anthology La Lune 18 carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

La Lune is a divisive, understated floral, a 'your skin but better' scent. Many love its subtle elegance for daily wear, but equal numbers find its performance severely lacking and the composition uninspiring.
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D&G Anthology La Lune 18 Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Red Apple39%
Green Notes33%
Bergamot28%
Heartas listed
Lily43%
Tuberose33%
Rose23%
Baseas listed
Leather30%
Musk27%
Iris22%
Sandalwood21%

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
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its generally weak sillage and poor longevity make it perfect for office or casual wear where you don't want to overpower. Reviewers often mention it's a 'safe' or 'inoffensive' choice for daily use, acting almost like a cologne due to its lightness.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Imagine a cool, crisp morning, a green apple still dewy on the branch, giving way to a heart of delicate white florals dominated by lily and tuberose. A hint of sophisticated rose weaves through. The base offers a soft, almost imperceptible whisper of leather and a comforting musk, grounded by creamy sandalwood. It's a clean, fresh floral with a quiet depth.

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