Scentonym Analysis
Our objective metric for performance per dollar.
Notes & Nuances
L'Epice De Mer opens with a blast of citrus; predominantly blood orange and lemon. The juniper is present, offering a slightly gin-like dryness. The heart showcases the herbal accord. Geranium is most noticeable, with subtle clary sage and lavender providing support. The drydown leans heavily on cedarwood. Patchouli provides earthy depth, while vetiver adds a grassy, green counterpoint. Compared to K by Dolce & Gabbana, this clone achieves approximately 95% accuracy. The primary difference lies in the citrus; L'Epice De Mer's opening lacks the slightly photorealistic, almost candied quality found in the original. There's a synthetic edge to the lemon in the clone that is unavoidable given the price point.
Final Thoughts
L'Epice De Mer is a respectable effort. It captures the core DNA of K by Dolce & Gabbana . If you enjoy the clean, citrus-aromatic style of the original, but balk at the price, this is a solid alternative. The synthetic quality in the opening is noticeable only upon very close inspection. This is a safe, versatile fragrance suitable for daily wear.
Wear time & Sillage
Longevity is moderate. Expect around 5-6 hours on skin, with projection that sits close after the initial hour. It projects strongly in the first 30 minutes, creating a noticeable scent bubble, but rapidly becomes more of a skin scent. A few extra sprays are needed.
Performance Audit
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Why we track this:
Price Arbitrage: Significant savings compared to the original Dolce & Gabbana pricing.
Community Verified: Cross-referenced against 243 enthusiast votes for accuracy.
Beast Mode Performance: Identified as having exceptional longevity and projection.