Istanbul IST
The Scent of DepartureEau de Parfum2011
Side by side
Istanbul IST vs. Dolce Vita
Dolce Vita rates higher with the community and wears longer on skin, while Istanbul IST projects louder.
The essentials
At a glance
| Istanbul IST | Dolce Vita | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Toilette |
| Launched | 2011 | 1994 |
| Gender | Unisex | Female |
| Perfumer | Gérald Ghislain | Pierre Bourdon |
| Best season | Spring | Winter |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Istanbul IST
Warm Spicy
Fruity
Woody
Fresh Spicy
Aromatic
Sweet
Rose
Floral
Dolce Vita
Warm Spicy
Woody
Powdery
Vanilla
Fruity
Sweet
Cinnamon
Citrus
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
Spicy NotesElemiBergamotRed BerriesGrapefruit
PeachCardamomGrapefruitBergamotRose
Heart
LitchiRoseBlack PepperSugarLotusRaspberryViolet
CinnamonApricotRosewoodLily of the ValleyHeliotropeMagnolia
Base
Woody NotesSandalwoodCinnamonMusk
SandalwoodVanillaCedarwoodCedarCoconut
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Istanbul IST | Dolce Vita | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 2-4 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | strong | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
Istanbul IST from The Scent of Departure collection offers a playful introduction to the line's travel-inspired concept. It's spicy enough to keep you interested, sweet enough to draw you in.Istanbul IST
In 1994, Dior's Pierre Bourdon built this for someone who wants warmth without sacrificing elegance. The fruit-spice combo is distinctive, not safe. Sweet enough to make you smell good.Dolce Vita
The hunt
Best price, size by size
| Istanbul IST | Dolce Vita | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.27 oz | — | $20.29fragrancenet |
| 3.4 oz | — | $106.95fragranceshop |
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