Soleil de Capri
by Montale

Smells exactly like Dolce & Gabbana’s Light Blue. Not a good thing...

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[Original submission date: 10 April 2008]

I remember reading a review in LT's book for a completely different scent (Versace Man Eau Fraiche) and is perfect for this one:

"Light Blue, but with the light off."

Which I'm sure he meant the men's Light Blue. Soleil de Capri is the women's version but with the light off. I can't say much else about it. True it has a bright citrus opening of florals but the light goes out quick and was are left with the dull dusk of fruit. Doesn't do anything else for me.

This is a lovely fresh, yet at the same time warm scent. I find it quite complex and love the way it effortlessly passes through it's very disctinct stages with some quite surprising turns on the way. It starts off like a classic fresh citrus, but very quickly turns into an absolutely delicious fruity gourmand, very natural and not too sweet. It dries down to a soft, almost breezy and slightly spicy musk that almost melts into my skin. At that last stage in doesn't even seem like a perfume anymore, but like the natural scent of my skin - only enhanced.

I do not find that this smells exactly like Light Blue, as some reviewers have said. Light Blue starts off with a much sharper citrus, does not have the beautiful dry down and has a much cheaper, synthetic feel to it.

Happy happy joy joy!!!

Wonderfully delicious and uplifting fragrance. Very sunny and positive scent; could almost be seen as some kind of anti-depressive. Hard not to smile with this on.


Juicy fruits with mouth-watering effect. Has some light spices into it, and nice doze of beautiful white musk and flowers. Somehow very “crunchy” in structure, almost edible. I actually would like to bite myself when I smell this on me.

This is a real treat for spring and summer, but also for those soggy winter days when you need an extra boost of energy.

This is most definitely suitable for both sexes equally. Lasting power could be a bit better.

Fun simple juice that is well made. Recommend to be sprayed very liberally. I guarantee everyone around you will enjoy this one too!

Got a decant from Perfumedcourt. I liked how it smelled, just not on me. Gave it to a female friend and she loves it. Smells alot like Versace Man Eau Fraiche and Light Blue. I wouldn't pay the price tag for a full bottle though...

It's a bright, sunny scent with just the right amount of fruit and musk. It has a really wonderful drydown and lasts much longer than you perceive. It is a great weekend scent, or for a casual afternoon by the pool. It seems very natural, warm, and comforting.