D&G Anthology L'Imperatrice 3

Dolce&Gabbana's D&G Anthology L'Imperatrice 3, from 2009, is a fresh, fruity floral with a peppery spark and a soft musky-woody finish. People describe it in equal measure as fresh, citrus, floral, spicy, woody and musky, which points to a light, balanced composition rather than one dominant theme.

The opening mixes tart rhubarb and juicy kiwi with pink pepper, so it feels sharp, green and slightly tingling. Watermelon then brings a watery sweetness to the heart, joined by cyclamen and jasmine for a clean, airy floral touch. As it dries down, sandalwood and musk lay a smooth, skin-like base while a little citrus brightness lingers on top.

Most wearers find its longevity moderate, and some call it weak; the trail is mostly moderate, sometimes close to the skin. It is voted chiefly for summer and spring and overwhelmingly for daytime, which makes it an easy choice for holidays, hot afternoons, casual weekends and anyone who wants a light, cheerful scent for warm weather.

D&G Anthology L'Imperatrice 3 — for women fragrance by Dolce&Gabbana (released 2009). Top notes: Kiwi, Rhuburb, Pink Pepper. Heart notes: Watermelon, Cyclamen, Jasmine. Base notes: Lemon Tree, Musk, Sandalwood. — Parfica open fragrance database