DKNY Women Summer 2009 by Donna Karan bottle
Donna Karan

DKNY Women Summer 2009

3.8/5 · 35 votes Feminine 2009
Main accords
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Fragrance notes

Notes

Character

Longevity2.7/5
Sillage3.4/5
Day100
Night16
Summer95
Spring47
Fall16
Winter16
Our take

Grapefruit and mango lead a bright, tangy fruit mix that feels sun-warmed rather than cool. Litchi adds a juicy softness while ginger brings a gentle heat that keeps the sweetness from lying flat. Peony, jasmine and iris weave through the fruit with a clean floral lift, and the green accord gives the whole blend a leafy edge that stops it from feeling heavy. The scent carries well through a room without overwhelming anyone nearby, and it stays present through a long afternoon without needing another spray. It feels cheerful and easy, the kind of thing you reach for when the air is warm and the light is strong.

The blend leans into a mainstream style that some will find too familiar, and the ginger can read as slightly sharp if your skin runs warm. It suits someone who wants a fruity floral that behaves reliably in public spaces, but it may disappoint anyone hoping for an unusual twist or a more natural-smelling flower heart. The materials are smooth but not complex, so the impression stays simple from start to finish. It is a pleasant daytime option that does exactly what it sets out to do, though it offers little for those who prefer a fragrance with more depth.

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