Dolly Parton 2021 EDT

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Dolly: Scent From Above

by Gabriela Chelariu

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Dolly Parton Dolly: Scent From Above is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2021, created by Gabriela Chelariu. Dolly: Scent From Above opens with Mandarin, Peony, Pear, and Blackcurrant, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Lily of the Valley, and Orchid, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Sandalwood, and Patchouli. Dolly Parton's Dolly: Scent From Above carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

Dolly's fragrance is a proper crowd-splitter: some reckon it's a sweet, comforting nod to classic feminine scents, while others find it a 'mature' patchouli powerhouse. You'll either love its warm embrace or recoil from its 'church lady' vibe.
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  • Cozy
  • Classic
  • Warm
  • Feminine
  • Sweet
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Dolly: Scent From Above 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:
Spring Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Given its moderate projection (especially the EDT) and floral-woody character, this is versatile for casual and date wear but a bit heavy for the gym. While some find it office-friendly, the distinct, occasionally 'mature' vibe might not suit every formal setting.

Ingredients and allergens

Alcohol Denat, Water (Aqua/Eau), Fragrance (Parfum), Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Tris (Tetramethylhydroxypiperidinol) Citrate, Red 4 (Ci 14700), Red 33 (Ci 17200), Yellow 5 (Ci 19140), Alpha-Isomethyl-Ionone, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene, Linalool

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

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

Scent From Above opens with a burst of fruity brightness-think pear and crisp blackcurrant with a hint of mandarin-before settling into a deeply floral heart of peony, jasmine, and lily of the valley. The dry down is a cozy blend of woody fir resin, earthy patchouli, and warm amber, all smoothed out by musk and tonka bean, delivering a soft, sweet, and occasionally incense-like finish.

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