The Only One 2 Tester

I really had mixed feelings about this perfume at first. I didn't particularly like it, as I typically like more amber based gourmand fragrances, but I also have a penchant for rose so I figured I'd give it a try. I tried it 3 times prior before today actually and I find today is the first day I've actually been able to enjoy it due to overspraying. What's odd is the fact that when I spray it on my skin, it seems to be a very different perfume than when I spray it on my clothes. I smell a lot more of the rose on my clothes than on my skin. Also, to speak to lasting power, it's not the greatest to be honest, but that's just in my experience. I sprayed it on my clothes yesterday and it's barely there today. Today I'm definitely noting the coffee note in the scent, which I didn't notice prior due to the overpowering rose/berry blast. On my previous tries, about half an hour after the dry down I did notice a little bit of a tropical note, which makes sense considering coconut was a note, when placing nose to spray point. I saw previously someone mentioned that it has a lipstick smell, and upon smelling it today immediately thought of my grandmother's dusty orange lipstick that she LOVED (in case you're wondering, yes, my grandma was cool af), just couldn't place the scent previously. I like it, it's cozy and nice, and it's a perfume you wear for you to make you feel good. But really aren't all of them?

I tested this recently and can definitely smell The Only One DNA in TOO2. This fragrance is a somewhat lighter scent than the original, whereas the OG is richer, darker, and more syrupy. For that reason, I think TOO2 could be worn during the daytime as well as evening. It doesn't have as good longevity as the OG. I got about 6-8hrs out of it. By the 8 hour mark, I could no longer detect anything on my skin, but could still smell it on my clothes. The OG could still be smelt strongly on my skin. Considering the price, I'd say if you like a stronger and longer lasting scent, go for the OG. If that's too heavy, then this one may better suit you. There is absolutely nothing wrong with this fragrance, it is likeable and if you don't mind respraying part way through the day/night, then this could possibly be a better option if you want something a little lighter. It definitely still has some personality, including a lil bit of spunk. The woman who wears this might be a lil bit sassy but doesn't want to get into full on conflict with anyone. She can come across as a strong independent woman feeling like Lady Gaga's "Born this Way" but she is much too classy to get into a full on brawl and would rather walk away holding her head high. Yass Queen, that's how she rolls! 🤭

Wish I had checked TJMaxx before I bought from an online seller and I would have been more thrilled too. ;-) Oh well, guess I will know best on my next purchase. I bought this on a blind buy too because of the notes listed. I was pleased from the first whiff and it got better as it aged. I like the berry notes at the beginning but do not smell much rose. I do pick up the coffee as the fragrance matures and it is quite lovely. This is a perfume for most all occasions. It is not over-powering and yet it is noticeable enough to wear just about any where you want to go. I could wear jeans, a business suit, fancy dress, and even a soft nightie with this fragrance and feel very much comfortable. I paid about twice as much as the lady below me, but I think this fragrance is worth it. I would buy it again if I ever use up this large bottle.

This perfume is everything!!! I was shopping for my sisters birthday and wanted to get her a perfume and i came across dolce and gabbana the only one 2 and i just ended up buying it for myself haha. But honestly so worth it, it smells warm creamy fruity sweet with the rose it just matches so well and it honestly smells edible too like my boyfriend wanted to lick me and others have said that too and if you like the attention then definitely get this. Also it lingers around wherever you go and thats what i tend to like for myself. Its seductive yet elegant and classy but not in a old woman way more of a young woman who gets every mans attention. You’re basically that girlll!!!

Extremely similar to The Only One, perhaps even sweeter, but much lighter in composition, sillage, and longevity, IMO. The Only One OG is one of my signature fragrances, but #2 just seems to be a paler version, like the little sister trying to keep up with her glam older sis. It's fresh, fruity, with sweet berries, and a bit vanillic, but it somehow just seems to be missing that extra "kick" that The Only One has. Perhaps because of this, I can see why this version was discontinued (not to mention the very underwhelming name it was given). I will probably go through this version first before leaning more on the original, which has much more staying power.