Eau de parfum

Dolce & Gabbana Dolce Shine

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The Identity of Dolce Shine

In 2020, the world of perfumery was illuminated with new light with the launch of Dolce Shine from the legendary house Dolce & Gabbana.

This feminine fragrance, known in Russia as "Dolce Shine," has become a vibrant addition to the Dolce collection, continuing the tradition of sensual and elegant creations.

Released in 2020, it instantly won the hearts of brand followers seeking a fresh and joyful accent.

Founded in 1985 by Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana, the Dolce & Gabbana brand is renowned for its passionate and seductive approach to fashion and perfumery, and Dolce Shine perfectly reflects this DNA, combining modernity with classical elegance.

For official information, always refer to the brand's website: http://www.dolcegabbana.it.

Positioning and How to Wear It

Dolce Shine is a feminine fragrance in eau de parfum concentration, offering a medium sillage, perfect for everyday wear and special moments.

Its medium sillage gently envelops without being intrusive, making it versatile for the office, dates, or summer strolls.

For optimal development, spot application on pulse points is recommended, and to create a light cloud of fragrance, the enter the cloud method for clothing can be used.

This allows you to control the intensity and enjoy the fresh notes throughout the day.

The fragrance belongs to the floral and fruity families, making it ideal for the spring-summer season when lightness and sunny mood are desired.

Its complimentability and recognizability help create a confident look without unnecessary fuss.

Authorship and Influence

Behind the creation of Dolce Shine is the talented perfumer Marie Salamagne, known for her ability to blend natural chords with contemporary interpretations.

Her work on this fragrance added a fresh note to the Dolce line, strengthening the brand's reputation as an innovator in the world of perfumery.

Dolce Shine not only enriched the collection but also attracted a new audience seeking bright and accessible fragrances, demonstrating the strategic success of Dolce & Gabbana in expanding their perfumery portfolio.

This release reflects the trend towards light and optimistic compositions relevant to the modern woman.

Similar Fragrances for Inspiration

If you enjoyed Dolce Shine, be sure to try these similar fragrances: Giorgio Armani Sun di Gioia for sunny fruitiness, Bvlgari Omnia Golden Citrine with citrus accents, and Maison Martin Margiela Beach Walk for marine freshness.

Exploring these alternatives will help expand your perfume palette and find new favorite accents.

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Key fragrance characteristics

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Description of the composition

Fragrance Pyramid of Dolce Shine

The fragrance pyramid of Dolce Shine begins with sparkling top notes: juicy grapefruit, exotic mango and delicate quince create a cheerful and fruity start that immediately lifts the mood, reminding of sunny days.

In the heart of the composition, floral and aquatic chords unfold: an aquatic chord adds freshness, while jasmine and orange blossom bring sensuality and warmth, creating a balance between lightness and depth, like a blooming garden by a water body.

The base of the fragrance wraps with soft and woody notes: musk (white musk) ensures longevity and tenderness, sandalwood and white wood add stability and elegance, finishing the composition on a cozy and refined note that leaves a soft trace on the skin.

This pyramid smoothly unfolds on the skin, transitioning from fruity vigor to floral tenderness and woody stability, offering a layered experience that changes throughout the day and is perfect for those who appreciate dynamics in perfumery.

Perfumers

Gender Female
Brand Dolce & Gabbana
Segment Luxury perfumery
Country Italy
Website http://www.dolcegabbana.it
Year of production 2020
Status Produced
Concentration Eau de parfum
License holder Shiseido Group

Composition pyramid

Grapefruit
Mango
Quince
Aquatic accord
Jasmine
Orange blossom
Musk
Sandalwood
White Wood

Families

Fragrance characteristics

based on 20 opinions
Chords
Relevance
Dosage
Perception
Appearance quality
Similar
Persistence
The persistence of a fragrance is determined by how long it can be felt. It is a characteristic associated with ingredients that evaporate slowly. Persistence depends on the physical properties of the perfume ingredients—mainly their volatility and environmental factors such as temperature and humidity.
Persistence
Medium (2 to 5 hours)
3
Sillage
Imagine a light cloud of fragrance that, like an aeroplane trail, remains in the air after your appearance. This is the sillage - a subtle or vivid imprint left by the most diffuse element of a perfume composition. The sillage can be almost invisible when it is felt only by you and those around you. Or it can be so expressive that its presence is noticed even long after you have left.
Sillage
Medium
3
Complexity and depth
The complexity of a fragrance is the number and variety of notes that create a unique composition. A complex fragrance contains many different notes that reveal themselves on the skin. The depth of a fragrance is the richness and intensity of the fragrance. Fragrances with a deep composition include heavy and powerful notes that stay on the skin longer and affect others over long distances.
Complexity and depth
Medium and varied
2
Gender
This scale depicts gender focus and demonstrates how the brand positions the fragrance - as masculine, feminine or universal.
Male
10%
Unisex
20%
Female
70%
What kind of event
Date
0%
Wedding
0%
Sport
0%
Sleep
0%
For party
0%
For every day
0%
Sex
0%
For Holiday
100%
Theatre
0%
Office
0%
For what time of year / season
Winter
Winter
40%
Spring
Spring
20%
Summer
Summer
40%
Autumn
Autumn
0%
For what style / mood
Casual
33%
Gala
0%
Classic
33%
Avant-garde
0%
Romantic
0%
Sporty
33%
For what age
under 18
33%
18-25 years old
33%
26-35 years old
33%
36-45 years
0%
46+ years old
0%
Any
0%
On the skin
The optimum amount of atomisation on the skin is the balance at which the fragrance reveals itself in its entirety and sounds its best.
Spot
40%
Enter the cloud
20%
1-2 atomisations
10%
2-3 atomisations
10%
3-4 atomisations
10%
4-5 sprays
10%
Where is the best place to apply the fragrance?
The best places to apply a fragrance are the areas where it will reveal itself most fully and create the most vivid impression.
On the chest
40%
On the wrist
20%
On the knees
0%
On the back of the neck
0%
Behind the ears
0%
On the elbow
40%
On the abdomen
0%
On the back of the hand
0%
On clothes
0%
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On clothing
The optimum amount of atomisation of the fragrance on clothes, at which it reveals the best quality of the fragrance.
Spot
20%
Enter the cloud
40%
1-2 atomisations
20%
2-3 atomisations
10%
3-4 atomisations
10%
4-5 sprays
0%
Associations
Perfume associations are the emotions and images that pop into the imagination when you perceive its unique notes and accents
Freshness
29%
Exoticism
14%
Luxury
7%
Euphoria
7%
Passion
14%
Joy
14%
Calm
14%
Excitement
0%
Sadness
0%
Despair
0%
Effect
Fragrances can attract attention and evoke positive emotions, others can leave neutral, and others can cause negative associations and repel people.
Effect
Attracts attention
4
Intensity
The intensity of a fragrance is like its ‘volume’, the degree of intensity and strength with which it is felt around you or on the surface.
Intensity
Moderate
2
Bottle
Bottle
High quality
4
Spray
Spray
High quality
4
Packaging quality
Perfume bottle packaging quality is about protection and aesthetic appeal, including strength, reliability, design and materials. High quality ensures the safety and security of the product, a good first impression and attractiveness
Packaging quality
High quality
4
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The fragrance is really pleasing, but it doesn't develop very well on my skin. Perhaps it will smell better on different skin. But from the blotter, I like it: fruity and a bit tart, with musk and a light tuberose. Its longevity is impressive 💪
2/5
2
The fragrance disappointed, I expected more. Too sweet, even cloying, like something from childhood. Maybe it needs time to develop, but right now it leaves an unpleasant feeling. I can't say it's impressive
4/5
4
How captivating this pyramid is! I can't wait to try this fragrance. I'm sure I'll like it, because I adore mango and grapefruit - such a bright and cheerful combination! )
5/5
5
The name and design are, generally, fine. But the fragrance? Sunny? Nah, more like blinding! Mango with that grapefruit bitterness - that's just too much. White flowers and musk? I don't know about others, but it didn't work for me. Overall, not impressed at all 😒
4/5
4
Too bright and cloying. Mango, quince, and grapefruit create an illusion of positivity, but the aquatic accord with musk only adds heaviness. Wearing it is a real torture. It feels sharp, just oppressive to the mind 😩
5/5
5
The fragrance is really impressive, it's very pleasant. You can feel light floral notes in it, as well as fresh fruits with a slight tartness. The composition turns out airy and light
4/5
4
The fragrance is a bit tart, like a fruity swirl that slightly puckers your mouth, but then freshness with musk appears. Alas, it lacks longevity 😕
5/5
5
I can't wait to try this fragrance. Mango and citrus, in my opinion, are the foundation for an excellent perfume. The pyramid sounds really intriguing
5/5
5
What an interesting fragrance! The pyramid is simply mesmerizing, and just looking at it makes me want the bottle. The composition looks really tempting. I'm eagerly waiting for it to be available for purchase
4/5
4
At first, this scent caught my attention when I tried it in the store. At the opening, it really delights with fruity notes, but then floral accents appear that linger in memory. However, there's one thing that upset me - the base of the whole series is somehow strange, I can't say I like it, it feels watery and a bit cloying 😕
4/5
4
The yellow glass bottle seems to foreshadow what awaits us inside. It reminds me of other fragrances in similar bright packaging - sweet, tropical, fruity, even with hints of candy. Its longevity is impressive, but there's something sad about it, as if it's all been done before, and won't bring anything new
3/5
3
I only found a miniature for my collection. Everyone says it's a cute and versatile scent, but I don't smell that quince on myself. The bottle, of course, is very pretty and sunny, but the scent itself didn't appeal to me
5/5
5
The scent is simply amazing! Citrus and fruity notes create an incredible feeling. I fell in love with it immediately. The mango and quince here are so ripe and juicy, it's just beyond words!! The bottle is also pleasing to the eye, it seems to emphasize all the beauty of the fragrance - I immediately associate it with summer and sunny Sicilian days.
This perfume is light and feminine, yet it is rich and deep. Out of the entire Dolce line, I chose this one. Reading reviews, I'm surprised how anyone can consider it fleeting. On me, it lasts all day, the sillage is simply gorgeous! From morning till evening, and on clothes, it's even noticeable the next day. One or two sprays are enough to create a fruity-honey sillage.
P.S. It's on par with Sun di Gioia by Giorgio Armani. I have both, but Dolce Shine is definitely more interesting and multifaceted
3/5
3
I couldn't resist and bought a small bottle. At first, it reminded me of Chanel's Chance Eau Tendre, but over time it started to give off a powdery peach scent. Overall, the fragrance is quite pleasant, light, and neutral
3/5
3
I got a sample, and I barely used it up in five months. In minimal concentration, it gives off a very pleasant fruitiness, but if you apply more, it becomes dense and sweet. Still, I wouldn't say no to a small bottle, I really love this yellow flower.
The sample arrived, and I barely used it in five months. If you apply a little, you feel a pleasant fruitiness, but if you add more, it immediately becomes sweet and heavy. But a small bottle would suit me perfectly, this yellow flower is simply delightful!!!

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