24K White Gold

Notes & Nuances

24K White Gold aims for Dolce & Gabbana's Light Blue, and hits somewhere around the 85% mark. The opening bursts with a decent, if slightly sharper, Sicilian lemon. The apple note is there, but a little less crisp and more generic 'fruity' than the original. The cedar emerges quickly, adding a woody backbone. As it dries, the bamboo and jasmine emerge, but lack the nuanced depth of Light Blue. The base is a simple cedar-musk combo, with a *hint* of amber. Overall, a competent, if slightly synthetic, imitation.

Projection Power

Performance is where this falters slightly. I get about 4-5 hours of wear on my skin, with the projection being moderate for the first hour, then quickly settling close to the skin. Reapplication is definitely needed. It's perfectly adequate but don't expect all-day performance.

Bottom Line

24K White Gold is a solid budget alternative to Light Blue. If you want a cheap, inoffensive summer fragrance for running errands or casual wear, this fits the bill. Is it a perfect dupe? No. Does it smell good enough ? Absolutely. If Light Blue costs 10x as much, this is a no-brainer for the budget-conscious. Just be prepared to reapply.