Tru Fragrances Dakota
The smell in short
It smells mostly citrus and woody. Lemon and lime at the top, basil and lavender in the middle and cedar and vetiver at the base.
- Lasts
- 9 to 12 hours
- Best in
- spring
Dakota notes
Top notes
What you smell first
Heart notes
The main smell
Base notes
What stays on your skin
Smell profile
Main accords
How strong each part of the smell is
Best seasons and time of day
Tru Fragrances Dakota in detail
Dakota is made by Tru Fragrances.
Other Tru Fragrances perfumes
The house has 25 perfumes here, led by Sex Panther, Vaquera and Black.
Best season for Dakota
The best time of year to wear it is spring and fall. It is less suited to winter. Ranked by season: spring, fall, summer and winter. Its fresh smell feels good on warm days.
Sillage and projection
Projection is strong: people around you will notice it. Two sprays are usually enough. It spreads further than Lacoste and Guy Laroche Drakkar Noir.
Price and value
The usual price in Europe is about €177. That puts it on the expensive side. It costs more than Lacoste and Guy Laroche Drakkar Noir.
Longevity on skin
It stays on skin for about 9 to 12 hours, so one spray in the morning can carry you through the day. It lasts longer than Lacoste and Guy Laroche Drakkar Noir. Base notes like cedar and vetiver are the part that stays longest on the skin.
Dakota for work or evenings
It works better in the day than at night, so it is a good pick for work, school and daily wear. Its citrus side keeps it clean and easy.
If you like Dakota, try these
Similar picks to try: Lacoste (8 shared notes), Guy Laroche Drakkar Noir (8 shared notes), Azzaro (8 shared notes) and Gianni Versace Blue Jeans (7 shared notes). For a cheaper option, Azzaro starts from €62.
Questions people ask
Can women wear Dakota?
It is made for men, but anyone who likes the smell can wear it.
Who would like Dakota?
People who enjoy citrus and woody smells.