K by Dolce & Gabbana by Dolce&Gabbana
Brand: Dolce&Gabbana
Concentration: Eau de Parfum
Scent overview
Designed for a man drawn to a woody aromatic signature, it opens with juniper berries and bright citrus facets before moving into a green, aromatic heart. Vetiver, cedar, and patchouli shape a grounded drydown with a refined, structured feel.
Is K by Dolce & Gabbana worth it?
How it smells: Opens with juniper berries, citruses and blood orange, pimento and lavender at the heart, then dries down to vetiver and cedar.
Scent Score: 71/100 (Good). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 65, versatility 93, layerability 57 and value 65, each out of 100.
Buyers say it gets compliments, works for any occasion and lasts long. Hardly any complaints. Buyers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 134 FragranceX reviews.
Scent Character
Eau de Parfum · Introduced 2019 · Men
Key accords: Juniper Berries, Citruses, Blood Orange, Sicilian Lemon, Pimento, Lavender
Top Notes
- Juniper Berries
- Citruses
- Blood Orange
- Sicilian Lemon
Heart Notes
- Pimento
- Lavender
- Clary Sage
- Geranium
Base Notes
Occasions: casual, everyday, office, daytime, date
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrance overview
K by Dolce & Gabbana by Dolce&Gabbana belongs to the woody fragrance family. K by Dolce & Gabbana opens with Juniper Berries, Citruses, Blood Orange, and Sicilian Lemon. The heart brings Pimento, Lavender, Clary Sage, and Geranium. It dries down to Vetiver, Cedar, and Patchouli.
How to wear K by Dolce & Gabbana
On skin, K by Dolce & Gabbana by Dolce&Gabbana has good longevity, strong projection, Eau de Parfum concentration. It's best in spring, summer, and fall. Reach for it for casual, everyday, office, daytime, and date. Its best layering match in the catalog is Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss. Apply K by Dolce & Gabbana first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boss Bottled on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays K by Dolce & Gabbana : 2 sprays Boss Bottled and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
K by Dolce & Gabbana opens with Juniper Berries, Citruses, Blood Orange, and Sicilian Lemon.
The heart brings Pimento, Lavender, Clary Sage, and Geranium.
It dries down to Vetiver, Cedar, and Patchouli.
What to layer with K by Dolce & Gabbana
Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share geranium, vetiver, and cedar.
Order: Apply K by Dolce & Gabbana first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boss Bottled on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays K by Dolce & Gabbana : 2 sprays Boss Bottled
Gentleman by Givenchy
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share lavender, vetiver, and cedar.
Order: Apply K by Dolce & Gabbana first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Gentleman on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays K by Dolce & Gabbana : 2 sprays Gentleman
Lost Cherry by Tom Ford
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver, cedar, and patchouli.
Order: Apply K by Dolce & Gabbana first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lost Cherry on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays K by Dolce & Gabbana : 2 sprays Lost Cherry
Layton by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share lavender, geranium, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Layton first — its oriental depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist K by Dolce & Gabbana over the top for woody complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays K by Dolce & Gabbana : 1 spray Layton
Féminin Pluriel Eau de Parfum by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver, cedar, and patchouli.
Order: Apply Féminin Pluriel Eau de Parfum first — its floral depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist K by Dolce & Gabbana over the top for woody complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays K by Dolce & Gabbana : 2 sprays Féminin Pluriel Eau de Parfum
Pairings to approach with care
Khamrah by Lattafa
Not Recommended · 30/99
Khamrah has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Khamrah brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Khamrah first — its gourmand depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist K by Dolce & Gabbana over the top for woody complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays K by Dolce & Gabbana : 1 spray Khamrah
Black Phantom - Memento Mori by Kilian
Not Recommended · 33/99
Black Phantom - Memento Mori has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Black Phantom - Memento Mori brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Black Phantom - Memento Mori first — its gourmand depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist K by Dolce & Gabbana over the top for woody complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays K by Dolce & Gabbana : 1 spray Black Phantom - Memento Mori
Related fragrances and why
- Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss — Both include geranium, vetiver, and cedar.
- Gentleman by Givenchy — Both include lavender, vetiver, and cedar.
- Lost Cherry by Tom Ford — Both include vetiver, cedar, and patchouli.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for K by Dolce & Gabbana?
K by Dolce & Gabbana opens with Juniper Berries, Citruses, Blood Orange, and Sicilian Lemon. The heart brings Pimento, Lavender, Clary Sage, and Geranium. It dries down to Vetiver, Cedar, and Patchouli.
How long does K by Dolce & Gabbana last, and how strong is it?
K by Dolce & Gabbana by Dolce&Gabbana has good longevity, strong projection, Eau de Parfum concentration.
When should you wear K by Dolce & Gabbana?
It's best in spring, summer, and fall. It suits casual, everyday, office, daytime, and date.
What layers well with K by Dolce & Gabbana?
Boss Bottled by Hugo Boss is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share geranium, vetiver, and cedar. Apply K by Dolce & Gabbana first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Boss Bottled on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays K by Dolce & Gabbana : 2 sprays Boss Bottled.
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