Perfume Review: Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Eau Intense

The iconic Dolce & Gabbana fragrance returns - & it's more intense than ever

17 September 2017 - 00:00 By NOKUBONGA THUSI

First thing you smell is fresh, zesty lemon that is not too sharp. It can easily be mistaken for the refreshing scent of bergamot as the addition of Granny Smith apple notes round off the lemon, making it softer and more pleasant.
The middle notes give Light Blue its feminine floral element, with marigold and jasmine at the heart.
It settles into amberwood and musk, giving it a sophisticated scent at the end of the day; think of this fragrance as a "'from the beach to poolside cocktails" kind of scent.
It reminds me of the first burst of ocean air on a coastal holiday. It instantly puts you in a good mood; you can almost feel the warmth of summer sun on your skin.
Wear with your favourite jeans and a boxy lightweight white tee. The simplicity of the fragrance allows for a fuss-free approach.
The perfumers Olivier Cresp and Alberto Morillas have created some of the world's most-loved fragrances: Bvlgari Omnia, Issey Miyake L'eau D'Issey Absolue and the original Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue fragrance...

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