Skip to content
K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum fragrance
Dolce&Gabbana

K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum

Parfum Masculine · 2026 · by Daphne Bugey, Nathalie Lorson
7.4 /10

K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum scores 8/10 for longevity and performs best in Mild conditions.

Best in Mild 8/10 longevity
From USD 115–155From EUR 106–143From GBP 91–122From PKR 32,000–45,000From AED 420–580From INR 9,545–12,865From SAR 431–581
8 Longevity
7 Sillage
8 Versatility
7 Value
7 Climate Avg

Fragrance Notes

Woody Citrus Warm Spicy Aromatic
Fragrance Note PyramidTOP NOTES0–30 min1Blood Oran…2Sicilian L…3CardamomHEART NOTES30–120 min1Fig Nectar2Geranium3Clary SageBASE NOTES2h+1Cedarwood2Patchouli3Nagarmotha
Top Notes — first impression, 0–30 min

Heart Notes — the core, 30 min – 2 hrs

Base Notes — the foundation, 2 hrs+
Accord ProfileWoodyCitrusWarm SpicyAromaticFruityACCORDPROFILE

Occasions & Seasons

Best For
Office Evening Daily Upgrade
Seasons
Spring Autumn

Climate Performance

Avg 7 / 10
Extreme Heat
5/10
Average
45°C and above
Riyadh, Jacobabad, Kuwait City, Phoenix
Hot & Humid
6/10
Good
Around 35°C with high humidity
Dubai, Karachi, Mumbai, Miami
Warm & Dry
8/10
Excellent
Around 30°C with low humidity
Lahore, Delhi, Muscat, Los Angeles
Mild
9/10
Excellent
Around 20°C
Islamabad, Bangalore, London, San Francisco
Cold
7/10
Good
Below 10°C
Murree, Shimla, Moscow, New York

Expert Analysis

What Makes It Unique

Deeper fig nectar and nagarmotha wood core bolstering the signature zesty blood orange top.

Pakistan & GCC Perspective

Versatile signature scent option suitable for both business and leisure across GCC/PK.

How It Compares

Versus K by Dolce&Gabbana Eau de Parfum.

The Controversy

Fig note addition can turn slightly earthy on certain skin types.

The Dolce&Gabbana K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum Review

When a fragrance achieves the kind of ubiquity that K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum has, cynicism is the easy response. The harder — and more honest — question is: why? What is it about this Parfum from Dolce&Gabbana that has made it a fixture in so many wardrobes across continents? Released in 2026, K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum built its following on Woody, Citrus, Warm Spicy, Aromatic, Fruity, and years on, it has not lost a step.

Deeper fig nectar and nagarmotha wood core bolstering the signature zesty blood orange top.

K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum Notes Breakdown

K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum opens with Blood Orange, Sicilian Lemon and Cardamom — an assertive first impression that carries across a room. Give it twenty or thirty minutes and the middle act arrives: Fig Nectar, Geranium and Clary Sage. What lingers on skin and clothing hours later is the base: Cedarwood, Patchouli and Nagarmotha.

Strip it back to the bones and the profile reads Woody, Citrus, Warm Spicy, Aromatic, Fruity — easy to place and easy to wear.

How It Performs: The Numbers

Longevity (8/10): K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum delivers strong longevity for Parfum. On most skin types expect 8–12 hours. A single morning application typically carries through well into the evening without reinforcement.

Sillage (7/10): K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum projects as a confident aura, detectable by those nearby. Application to pulse points — wrists, neck, and behind the ears — maximises projection without overwhelming the room.

Versatility (8/10): K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum is a genuine all-rounder — at ease at a wedding, a boardroom meeting, or a late-night dinner. From casual daytime to formal evening, it adapts without feeling out of place.

Value (7/10): Pricing at around $115 feels appropriate for what you get — neither a bargain nor an overreach.

How K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum Handles Heat, Humidity & Cold

Of the five climate zones we score, K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum does best in mild (Islamabad, San Francisco) at 9/10 — it keeps its shape there instead of turning sharp or fading fast.

Versatile signature scent option suitable for both business and leisure across GCC/PK.

Its average across all five zones is 7/10 — broad enough to wear most of the year without second-guessing the weather.

To see how it ranks against every other fragrance for your conditions, run the Climate Matcher.

Best Occasions & Seasons

K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum is best suited to Office, Evening, Daily Upgrade. Its projection is calibrated for the occasions listed — confident enough to register, controlled enough to remain appropriate in close quarters.

Seasonally, K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum performs best in Spring, Autumn. Its climate scores confirm this seasonal guidance — the fragrance handles temperature transitions with composure.

Versus K by Dolce&Gabbana Eau de Parfum.

K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum Price Guide

Internationally, K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum sits at $115–$155. That is mainstream designer territory — an accessible price for a fragrance intended for regular rotation.

Regional pricing: PKR 32,000–45,000 in Pakistan, AED 420–580 in the UAE. The currency switcher at the top of this page converts every price on the site — EUR, GBP, SAR and more — using current rates.

Where to buy: Internationally: Sephora, Macy's, Bloomingdale's. GCC/UAE: Sephora, Faces, Paris Gallery. Pakistan: Scentsation, Naheed.

Best K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum Dupes, Ranked by DNA Match

K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum has workable budget alternatives — none a carbon copy, but each close enough to scratch the same itch for a fraction of the outlay, ranked here by how near they sit to the original:

Lattafa Qaeed Al Fursan Unlimited (65% DNA match): $15 / PKR 4,500 / AED 50 — a saving of approximately 87% versus the original.

The Clone Finder searches the full database by note DNA if none of these fit.

Verdict

K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum earns its place in the conversation through consistent performance, a clear identity, and data that backs the reputation.

An overall 7.4/10 puts K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum in solid-but-situational territory: strong where it is strong, ordinary elsewhere. Match it to the right season and occasion and it pays off.

Fig note addition can turn slightly earthy on certain skin types.

Still deciding? Put it head-to-head against anything else in the database — scores, notes and prices side by side.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum last?

K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum has a longevity score of 8/10. On average skin, expect 8–12 hours. Performance can vary with skin type, application method, and ambient temperature — heat accelerates diffusion while dry skin absorbs fragrance faster.

Is K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum worth the price?

At around $115, K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum by Dolce&Gabbana is fairly priced for what it delivers. Its performance scores, climate range, and composition quality make it a strong value proposition.

What does K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum smell like?

K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum is characterised by Woody, Citrus, Warm Spicy, Aromatic, Fruity accords. Opening with Blood Orange and Sicilian Lemon, the heart revolves around Fig Nectar and Geranium, settling into a base of Cedarwood and Patchouli.

Is K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum good for hot or humid weather?

K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum handles warm weather adequately (score: 6/10). It performs reliably through a typical hot season without requiring adjustment.

What is the best clone or alternative to K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum?

The closest alternative is Lattafa Qaeed Al Fursan Unlimited at a 65% DNA match. At around $15, it represents a saving of approximately 87% versus the original.

Is K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum for men or women?

K by Dolce&Gabbana Parfum is marketed as a Masculine fragrance. Fragrance gender classifications are marketing constructs. Wear what you love.