Born in Roma Extradose Donna

This is a longer review comparing my impression of the OG, intense and extradose: I've tried this one several times since I love rum+vanilla. I've also tried the original and the intense, as a jasmin lover. Black current is no love of mine and more often than not turns nasty cat pee like on my skin. Jasmine usually doesn't, even though it can also turn cat-pee like on people. I've tried them on a not too hot summer day and again on a rainy cooler spring day, and not one of them wowed me, maybe because it was the wrong weather for them. The original was/is still boring too me and dries down to a weird woody note (probably guaiac, which i usually hate), the intense made me nauseous every time I tried it, probably because I can smell the unlisted black current, and mixed with amber and jasmine it made me ill. 🤢 But, I was in town yesterday for an errand and tried them all on a whim, because autumn has come to my town. Now, I got something completely completely different! The original is still forgettable , but the intense didn't make me nauseous this time. I could smell a beautiful Jasmine mixed with vanilla and fruit, and the black current hardly bothered me. It dried down to a soft amber vanilla/benzoin in 1 hour and was faint after that, but it could have been my impression because of olfactory fatigue after the perfume-store. Still, I'm not sure if the intense is bottle worthy even in 30 ml anyway, more tries are needed. There are probably more interesting Jasmine frags out there, like "Amalia gourmand", "fils de joie" which I own, the Aliens and so on. Now, the extradose! This one! This one definitely made me stop in my tracks. It smells like a fruity coconut rum vanilla tropical drink and I kept sniffing my arm like crazy the whole evening. I don't really love coconut as a note or in most scents but it works in this one. Powerful too, more than the intense. It doesn't seem to sit quite right in the summer on me even though everyone keeps saying it's a summer scent, probably because of the tropical feel. But it gets more beautiful and also seems to fit in the cooler weather more because of its sweetness. So If you, like me , don't like the Valentino donna scents, try them in cooler weather, at least this one and the intense. And don't give up, unless you want to. 😉 Sometimes it takes a few tries to get a scent and since ones sense of smell can develop, pick up new nuances with time, and one get used to scents one used to hate, it's always fun to try frags again and again with some time apart. Sometimes, you might be pleasantly surprised by what you smell now vs then. 🙌 I would not say I've turned into a Valentino lover just yet. I have never wanted to own or owned anything by this brand, even though I love other designer houses like YSL, JPG, Lancome's la nuit tresor line and Mugler. But, the extradose I can imagine buying, now that I seem to smell what everyone else is smelling and my skin doesn't hate it. 🙌😁 Edit: bought the 30 ml extradose and am looking forward to getting to know her more! 🥰

Sweet, vanilla, fruity, rum, boozy, warm, woody, soft spicy, powdery, rich, deep, feminine, sensual, seductive, sexy, chic, classy, elegant, sophisticated, mysterious, enchanting, alluring, tempting, intoxicating, addictive, inviting, cozy, comforting Oh wow I’m super impressed with this one! I’ve been wanting to try it for a while now because I’ve heard such good things, but I didn’t have super high expectations for it as I’m not a huge DBIR fan. I do own Pink PP, Ivory, and Gold which I enjoy. However, I’m not super into the OG, and was thinking this might be more closely along the lines of that one. The DBIR dna is definitely present, but this one really envelopes you in a warm, deep, and boozy vanilla. The opening has a fruity burst of black currant which stays softly intertwined throughout the wear. The base wraps you in an intoxicating blend of warm and boozy rum and rich and powdery vanilla that develops rich and sexy, but also very inviting and cozy. After finally trying a sample of this, it’s impressed me so much that I’m definitely adding a bottle to my collection! This is definitely an excellent date night fragrance, but it also works well for pretty much all occasions. It would make a good choice for a signature fragrance. It feels best suited for fall, winter, and spring, but can definitely be worn during the summer. It feels very feminine and sensual to me, and suitable for women of any age. For reference some of my favorite vanillas include Kayali Yum Boujee Marshmallow, Vanilla 28, The Wedding Silk Santal, Vanilla Candy Rock Sugar, Yum Pistachio Gelato, GdT Celeste, Bianco Latte, PdM Oriana, Kilian LDBS, Princess, Gucci Flora Gorgeous Orchid, Burberry Goddess, The 7 Virtues Vanilla Woods, Selena Gomez Rare, YSL Black Opium Le Parfum, Black Opium Glitter, D&G The One Desire, Guerlain Mon Guerlain, Ellis Brooklyn Vanilla Salt, Queens Caramel, Marshmallows, Phlur Heavy Cream, Cashmere Skin, Vanilla Nectar, Beach Skin, SDJ Summer é Amor, 62, 39, VS Vanilla Lace (OG), BBW Beach Nights, Boardwalk Marshmallow Clouds, Whipped Honey & Vanilla, Cashmere Glow, Fireside Flurries, Bonfire Bash, Pistachio Glaze

This is vanilla turned up to maximum density, a syrupy, creamy, addictive cloud that wraps around you like warm velvet and refuses to let go. The opening is a quick flash of fruit - not juicy, not bright, just a soft little “hello” before the vanilla body‐slams it out of the way. Because make no mistake: this is a vanilla fragrance wearing a Valentino jacket, not the other way around. Thick, creamy, molten, almost custard‐like, but without ever becoming childish or gourmand‐sticky. It’s the kind of vanilla that feels expensive and warm. The jasmine is softened into a glow, more texture than floral, like a warm light behind frosted glass. Where Intense is glossy, loud, and nightlife‐coded, Extradose is the slow burn - the one that clings to your skin, your clothes, your hair, and your reputation. It’s sweeter, creamier, and more addictive, with a “come closer” energy that Intense doesn’t even try to have. Projection - A warm aura that follows you like a rumour. Longevity - It survives showers, regrets, and entire seasons. This is the Valentino you wear when you want to smell like molten vanilla with no thoughts, just vibes. It’s comforting, sexy, modern, and borderline edible - but in a grown‐woman way, not a cupcake way. If Intense is chaos, Extradose is the aftermath: warm, sweet, irresistible, and unforgettable. 9/10 — thick, creamy, addictive vanilla done right.

Valentino Born in Roma Intense is a fragrance I respect more than I love , and I want to explain why, because I think this distinction matters when you’re deciding where to spend your money. Let’s start with what works: the opening is genuinely gorgeous. It’s powerful, elegant, and announces itself the moment you spray. There’s a richness and confidence to those first 30 minutes that feels luxurious and grown-up. You can tell this is a quality composition. Where it loses me is the dry-down. Once it settles, Born in Roma Intense becomes... predictable. It falls into that very recognizable “designer perfume” lane — clean, refined, easy to wear, but lacking the surprise that makes me fall in love with a scent. It’s the perfume equivalent of a perfectly tailored black blazer: undeniably beautiful, but you’ve seen it before. This isn’t a knock on the perfume itself. if you’re someone who loves polished, crowd-pleasing designer fragrances and wants something elegant for work or formal occasions, this absolutely delivers. But personally, I’m drawn to scents that are disruptive, unexpected, a little weird. Born in Roma Intense plays it safe, and “safe” isn’t what I’m looking for in my collection.

SO sexy! This is the kind of bold, sweet and sexy fragrance I always look for. I’m very picky when it comes to vanilla. I need my vanilla to smell EXPENSIVE!! This one does. Also the wear is exactly what I’m looking for. It’s perfectly strong for me and I’m lucky it compliments my skin so well. I would hate to miss out on this one. Gets me compliments all the time. Since the ingredient list is so simple, I’m not sure what it is but I get a mystical tropical note somehow. Anyway, I’m adding another Valentino to my collection. Got Coral Fantasy, which is juicy, fresh and fruity; got the limited edition Gold which is one of my all time favorite fragrances ever made, definitely my favorite tropical fragrance ever. After smelling this one I instantly knew I needed it and purchased it almost right away. I always do a wear test to see how it performs first. Obviously it performed really well. It really seems too good to be true but it checks all of my boxes! Thank you Valentino for making perfume for divas 😽 Update: definitely my most complimented fragrance of 2025 AND so far 2026 !!! A winner 🏆

THE HEADS WERE TURNIN’!! I kid you not. I doused myself in this at Ulta and went to Sprout Market afterwards, feeling like a confident goddess. The amount of heads that turned or people who stopped in their tracks and smiled at me was beyond coincidence. Some dudes were even speechless. Like women were nicer to me and dudes were losing their voice. Anyway this perfume is everything I want in a fragrance. I’ve already asked my husband for it like 7 times as of trying it today. He’s going to lose his shit when he smells it. It’s sweet, sultry, giving a little siren energy but with a secret. It’s not in-your-face sex. It’s markedly a vanilla fragrance, but with depth and soul. Just a lil blackcurrant (is that a berry?) and jasmine floral to keep it from being cloying. It’s perfection. I honestly didn’t think I could find a fragrance that would dethrone Burberry Goddess/Intense for me, but here she is...Extradose.

So I went to Ulta and sprayed this on my hand. I was very underwhelmed at first because I thought it smelled the exact same as the OG, and I ended up buying Miss Dior EDP instead. Girl...TELL ME WHY FOR THE REST OF THE DAY AND FELL IN LOVE LOL!! The dry down is where the true beauty of the fragrance is! This scent has an aura that keeps on bringing you back to it. I went to church right after I went to Ulta and I got so many compliments from that one spray I put on my hand. Needless to say, I went back and exchanged my Miss Dior with this fragrance. This fragrance has a rich, elegant, hotel lobby vanilla essence to it. My friend told me the type of person embodying this fragrance is a beautiful woman who just got married, prancing around their mansion with her satin robe and kitten heels on. This layers really well with a lot of other fragrances as well! For longevity, smell, and projection...10/10!💕💄

This is an amazing blend! Very dynamic, changing all the time, a lot going on here. The blackcurrant is present through all the stages. A fruity opening, then it blends nicely with the rum, there is also some jasmine (Fragrantica- please get the notes right), no sweetness here, after 30min when I sniff really closely there is a plasticky smell in the background which I don't really like, but only for a short while, then it disappears. The vanilla takes over after approx. 3 hours, but then it becomes the most beautiful scent ever! A fruity vanilla, slightly sweet, boozy, amazing, keeps on going for hours. This is for nights out when I want to look/feel/smell cool, a bit sexy, a bit dark, not too sweet. Wonderful for autumn. Projection is really great. Addictive, fantastic fragrance. I very much like the Intense as well, but it is slightly smokey on me, and extradose is not. I love it!!

The original Born in Roma never really impressed me. It was pleasant, but I couldn't understand the hype. To me, it was simply a nice fragrance. Born in Roma Extradose, however, completely changed my mind. The first spray made me think, "This is probably a 7/10." But then the magic happened. As the fragrance settled, a rich, creamy, sweet vanilla slowly emerged and transformed the entire experience. The dry-down is absolutely addictive and far more beautiful than the opening. For me, this is an easy 9/10. I also think this fragrance has incredible layering potential. Pairing it with another vanilla-based scent could make it even more irresistible—as long as it's something with its own personality. I recently tried Good Girl Blush, and I can't stop imagining how stunning these two would smell together. I have a feeling they would complement each other beautifully.

Valentino Donna Born in Roma Extradose This fragrance has currently become my absolute favorite. I love the way the rum emerges — not as an alcoholic sharpness, but as a smooth, almost essence-like warmth. In the opening, I detect cassia with a subtle touch of blackcurrant. In the heart, the rum becomes more prominent, and I sense the slightly animalic quality of jasmine. But the true magic happens in the drydown. It transforms into a creamy yet dark vanilla. It is not primarily a sweet fragrance — the vanilla isn’t sugary. I also perceive amber, which gives it depth and warmth. The overall effect is sexy, magnetic, and deeply seductive. On my skin, it feels almost hypnotic. This won’t be for everyone. Although only three notes are officially listed, the composition feels far more complex and layered than it suggests.

Love it. My first Valentino after being a frag head for the better part of 25 years. Best desinger release of 2025 IMO. Followed secondly by Flowerbomb Extreme 2025. It's gourmand, without being too gourmand. The fruit aspect isn't too fruity, but rather a little juicy. Only slightly though. The rum is boozy as expected, but not blow your head off boozy. The vanilla is not light or fluffy, rather deep and intoxicating. Its an incredibly easy to wear fragrance. On paper, I'd think Extradose is strictly a cool and cold weather scent... Nope. I'm Australian, and that means its summer now. The heat works wonders for Extradose, because the sweetness isn't cloying. The compliments haven't stopped.. Extradose offers a lovely scent trail. If you love rich vanilla and boozy scents I don't think you'd go wrong.

Extradose keeps the familiar Donna BIR DNA and does sit close to both the Intense and the OG, but that syrupy berry, boozy warmth and buttery, creamy vanilla elevate it into something utterly scrumptious without tipping fully into gourmand territory. The dry down leaves a little fruit behind, while a rich vanilla cream becomes the main player of which I have no complaints - it is genuinely goooooood vanilla! The booziness retreats into the background after the first half hour, still playing around but much calmer. It’s soft, sweet, comforting and has just enough pizzazz to stop it feeling flat. Sillage is moderate, projection is moderate, and staying power sits somewhere between moderate and strong. If you already love the Donna BIR DNA, this will almost certainly be right up your street.

Shampoo & Conditioner,BUT in the best way possible. It starts off with a juicy,sweet & tart blackcurrant but the rum starts taking over rather fast making it smell like berry liquor in a very sexy way, the Vanilla is prominent in the concoction early on but its mostly smellable as its heading for the dry down. I grew out of my fruity phase and left fruity perfumes in the „young past“ as something thats just rather fun,youthfull & naeive but this babe right here is grown & confident and I WANT IT! (I kinda regret buying intense over this) Longevity is a beast (on dry skin as well! Because a expensive perfume should last without having to use 15 products before that) and sillage is just as great. Will definetly buy it,duh.

I am so glad I got to try this one out - Í have Coral Fantasy and Green Stravaganza and although they’re really nice , I felt they were more for my daughters and and and therefore a younger audience. I was not out to try or buy any more of the BIR line but by coincidence came across Donna Extradose -and this one is IT for me! Simple but oh so good with the Black Currant, Vanilla and Rum . Sweet and boozy , I’m sure it’ll be great for layering. I make Duplicate Perfumes for myself and family and am surprised at how close mine is to the OG , so I’m using mine for experimenting and comparison to the original bottle I also have. Donna Extradose is very feminine and sexy, the drydown is stunning! You don’t need much!

this is warm, dark and spicy, def better for colder seasons in my opinion. although it has only 3 notes, it smells more complex like it could have a floral note, even an amber or musk note. it's powdery but juicy at once and the vanilla is deep and rich like vanilla bean, not a cheap smelling vanilla. it's a great day-to-night fragrance too. i recently added this to my collection and i reach for it almost every day throughout this winter. it is sexy and youthful but not immature, and leans more edgy than light and soft. it smells addicting and the first time i sprayed this on my skin at ulta it smelt good enough to eat and i got a compliment from a stranger at trader joe's right after.

I will never stop raving about this fragrance. Dbir extradose is THE BEST designer fragrance I've ever smelled and nothing else comes remotely close. From the bottle to the scent, everything about this is (in my eyes) perfect. This smells niche level. It has the perfect amount of sweetness, woodiness and just a touch of spiciness to balance it out. Extremely well blended with good longevity and projection. It's also the most unisex smelling flanker in the Donna line. Both genders can rock this. I don't have a signature scent but if I did, it would be this. Anyways, as to what this smells like: This sort of reminds me of a raspberry rum punch with creamy coconut and vanilla.

This is my favorite from the Donna Born in Roma Line!! While the original Donna Born in Roma stands alone as a girly cult classic, I find “extra dose” to be fantastic. Great for layering or alone. The vanilla, rum, black currant combo is sooooo easy to love. The black currant sweetens the vanilla, and the rum adding a faint booziness. The sweetness of the black currant doesn’t allow the rum note to present as incredibly dark or syrupy as I’ve seen in other reviews, to my nose it balances well. A great addition to the Donna Born in Roma line. I never thought I’d like it better than the original, but I do! It’s too good. I went though my bottle so quickly.

I’ve had the Intense version and it very much reminds me of that, but sweeter and with the volume turned up. Coconut is not listed but it’s there overall impression I get when the notes mix. I’ve been looking for a sweet and soft coconut, but so far all of the coconut perfumes I’ve tried have smelled like cardboard on me...so how wonderful to find that this is the coconut of my dreams, without it even listed as a note. It’s bold, it’s sweet, it’s a crowd-pleaser. I want a full bottle but I don’t have the space because I am addicted to spending money on perfumes I don’t need. Please don’t discontinue this any time soon, Valentino, I beg you.

Edit: I can't believe, but somehow it's a constant compliment getter from men. Wearing it more makes me like it better day by day. I only smelled the OG BIR in drugstore, and it's a light sweet fruity gourmand, very easily wearable. In case of Extradose they were too careful with the rum, instead placing blackcurrant in the foreground, which makes me saying it's an OK scent, but it doesn't have a strong personality. The vanillic base is strong and stable, in the middle part I get mostly vanilla with berries. It's not gonna be my everyday scent, but I'm curious what feedbacks will I get from my environment.

My no.1 perfume as of right now, very vibrant and confident! I was lucky enough to find a great deal for the 100ml bottle, so I’ve practically got a life time supply of this, as you don’t need to spray too much of this as longevity & projection on this is beast mode (1 or 2 drops will last you the whole day I promise!) It’s pretty basic for a designer perfume, I reckon the rum note is what makes it smell expensive & strong though. Definitely a night out or special occasion fragrance, not something for everyday wear. Pairs well with SDJ 40 - the perfume leans a little on the tropical side surprisingly!