LemonOpens with
BambooHeart
MuskDries down to
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Dolce&Gabbana · Sold as feminine
Light Blue Italian Zest
A sun-drenched terrace where lemon trees meet blooming jasmine, capturing the essence of an Italian summer afternoon.
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Light Blue Italian ZestMid-range · $40–100
53%Similar accords, often for lessRavine Ginger · French AvenueBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 13 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2018, Light Blue Italian Zest by Dolce&Gabbana is a Floral Woody Musk fragrance created by perfumer Olivier Cresp. It opens with the bright zest of lemon and green apple, punctuated by bergamot and lemon verbena, creating an invigorating freshness that feels quintessentially Italian. The heart introduces a delicate balance of jasmine and rose, softened by bellflower, while bamboo adds a subtle green edge. The base notes of cedar, Iso E Super, vanilla, sandalwood, and amber provide warmth without overpowering the composition.
Apply two sprays to your pulse points for a balanced wear. The citrus notes are bright and uplifting but fade within a couple of hours, making way for the warm musky base that lasts through the day.
Fig. 01 — Light Blue Italian Zest, Dolce&Gabbana
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Olivier Cresp
The fragrance architectOlivier Cresp is a master perfumer at Firmenich and one of the most accomplished creators in the modern fragrance industry.
“I consider my style a minimalist one, because I am used to expressing figurative ideas through short formulas.”
Olivier Cresp · fragroom, August 2018
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Designer Dolce&Gabbana
More from the house · founded 1985 · Italy
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 41%, disliked or hated by 13%.