DKNY Be Tempted Icy Apple by Donna Karan bottle
Donna Karan

DKNY Be Tempted Icy Apple

4.2/5 · 38 votes Feminine 2017
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Longevity3.1/5
Sillage2.8/5
Day100
Night33
Spring92
Summer67
Fall58
Winter58
Our take

You want a fruity scent that feels playful without turning into candy. Red berries and apple open the composition with a crisp bite, while a thread of licorice adds a cool, slightly dark edge to the bright lemon and cassis. The fruit stays front and center rather than fading into the background, and the early freshness carries through the heart where orange blossom and rose soften the sharp edges. Violet lends a gentle powder that keeps the florals from feeling heavy, so the mood stays light and easy to wear.

Vanilla and patchouli anchor the base, but the myrrh keeps the sweetness from becoming thick. The scent sits near the skin, noticeable when you move but never overwhelming the space around you. It holds its shape through a busy morning and remains clear without needing constant reapplication, though it will not linger late into the evening. This is a daytime companion that fits a sunny sidewalk, a casual lunch, or a walk through a market when you want something cheerful and uncomplicated.

Someone who prefers dry woods or austere minimalism will find this blend too playful and round. It suits a person who enjoys a fresh fruit profile that still carries a floral whisper and a touch of vanilla warmth. The juice catches the light as it rests in a glass bowl filled with cold apple slices and dark berries, droplets of water still clinging to the fruit.

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