Description

Dolce & Gabbana The One Eau de Toilette (Men, 2017) is a refined, warm-spicy aromatic blend crafted by Olivier Polge. It channels masculine elegance with grapefruit and basil freshness, a spicy ginger-cardamom heart, and a rich tobacco-amber-cedar dry-down. This version is a lighter, airier alternative to the EDP.

Fragrance Notes

Top: Grapefruit, Coriander, Basil, Lemon (some sources list Grapefruit-Basil-Coriander) (Fragrance Review)
Heart: Ginger, Cardamom, Orange Blossom (THE SMELL OF MAN, Suparfum)
Base: Amber, Tobacco, Cedarwood, Sandalwood, Musk (Fragrance Critique, THE SMELL OF MAN, Blog of Signature Scent Perfumes)

Performance

Longevity: Short to moderate — generally around 2–5 hours; many users report needing to reapply (THE SMELL OF MAN, Fragrance Review, Reddit, Reddit)
Projection: Moderate at best in early wear; transitions rapidly into a mild, close-to-skin scent (Fragrance Review, Reddit, Reddit)
Sillage: Minimal — tends to stay intimate and personal, especially beyond the first hour (Reddit, Reddit, Fragrance Review)

💬 Community Feedback

“Longevity is poor… barely 2–3 hours. Good for close encounters only.” (Reddit)

“Smells fantastic, but the performance is just bad — not just you.” (Reddit)

While many praise its warm, refined scent and compliment-getting potential, most warn it wears off too quickly and projects poorly. A few rare users claim marginally better longevity (~5–6 hours), but these seem to be exceptions (Reddit, Reddit, Reddit).

Who Is It For?

Ideal for those who love warm, spicy, amber-infused masculine fragrances but prefer something less intense than the EDP. Best enjoyed in close or intimate settings—this one is about subtle elegance over power.

When to Wear

Best Seasons: Fall and Winter — the amber-tobacco character suits colder weather (besuitedaroma.com)
Best Occasions: Romantic evenings, low-key outings, business casual settings where strong projection isn’t necessary

Why You’ll Love It

• Refined Scent Profile: Fresh citrus-basil top, spicy heart, and a rich tobacco-amber base evoke timeless elegance
• Compliment-Worthy: Many users note high “likeability” even from close wearers
• Light and Easygoing: Perfect if you want a classy scent without overwhelming presence
• Less Intense than EDP: Lighter approachability but with the same DNA personality

Additional information