Dot
fruity up front, then white floral, settling into tropical.
About
Dot by Marc Jacobs is a Floral Fruity fragrance for women. Dot was launched in 2012. Dot was created by Annie Buzantian and Ann Gottlieb. Top notes are Red Berries, Pitahaya and Honeysuckle; middle notes are Coconut, Jasmine and Orange Blossom; base notes are Driftwood, Musk and Vanilla. Marc Jacobs…
Noses: Ann Gottlieb · Annie Buzantian
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Marc Jacobs picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Dot smell like?
fruity up front, then white floral, settling into tropical. Dominant accords: fruity, white floral, tropical.
What notes are in Dot?
Top: Red Berries, Pitahaya, Honeysuckle. Heart: Coconut, Jasmine, Orange Blossom. Base: Driftwood, Musk, Vanilla.
How long does Dot last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Dot loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Dot best for?
Summer is the top pick (43%). Spring is second at 39%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Dot?
Day wear leads at 88%. Night is a secondary pick at 12%.
Is Dot for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 84% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Dot?
Composed by Ann Gottlieb and Annie Buzantian. Released in 2012.
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