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Eau de parfum

Donna Karan DKNY Be Desired

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Gender:
Female
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Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:

DKNY Be Desired Donna Karan arrived in 2015 — and it was immediately clear this one was here to stay. This is a feminine fragrance rooted in the fruit and floral families. DKNY Be Desired — a proud member of the DKNY Be Delicious collection. The fragrance concentration is eau de parfum.

It has a very delicate sillage, staying close and personal. It stays on the skin for a good while — longevity is firmly in the moderate range. The home of this fragrance is the United States. A rich, layered composition that reveals itself differently depending on your mood and the time of day.

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Key fragrance characteristics

Perfume information

Description of the composition

The scent of DKNY Be Desired evolves as a cohesive olfactory arc, where notes flow smoothly and sequentially. The style of Donna Karan is recognizable in the pacing of the notes and the overall aesthetic. No excess details, only what works, and the composition keeps a clear direction. Eau de parfum supports a balanced rhythm of unfolding.

The internal accord map is driven by these accords: Citrus, Floral, Fruit and Musc without random overlap. Additional accords such as Wood expand the olfactory volume in the background. The stylistic positioning is feminine, which makes the scent profile easier to read. In longevity terms Middle indicates a stable lasting impression.

From the first breath you sense invigorating sunny opening notes: Blackcurrant, Grapefruit, Orange and Violet leaf.

In the middle phase you notice Black currant leaf, Jasmine, Rose and White Acacia holding a opulent floral direction.

At the note-group layer the composition is built around Fruit, Citrus, Green and Whiteflower. It also reaches into Floral, Musk and Wood.

In summary DKNY Be Desired reads as a cohesive composition — the start forms character, the central phase adds depth, and the base secures the trail. These are the scent structures best judged in wear.

Gender Female
Brand Donna Karan
Segment Luxury perfumery
Country United States
Website http://www.donnakaran.com
Year of production 2015
Status Produced
Concentration Eau de parfum
License holder Estée Lauder Companies

Composition pyramid

Blackcurrant
Grapefruit
Orange
Black currant leaf
Jasmine
Rose
Cashmeran
White Cedar
Woody Accord

Families

Fragrance characteristics

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Chords
Relevance
Dosage
Perception
Appearance quality
Similar
Persistence
The persistence of a fragrance is determined by how long it can be felt. It is a characteristic associated with ingredients that evaporate slowly. Persistence depends on the physical properties of the perfume ingredients—mainly their volatility and environmental factors such as temperature and humidity.
Persistence
Medium (2 to 5 hours)
3
Sillage
Imagine a light cloud of fragrance that, like an aeroplane trail, remains in the air after your appearance. This is the sillage - a subtle or vivid imprint left by the most diffuse element of a perfume composition. The sillage can be almost invisible when it is felt only by you and those around you. Or it can be so expressive that its presence is noticed even long after you have left.
Sillage
Imperceptible
2
Complexity and depth
The complexity of a fragrance is the number and variety of notes that create a unique composition. A complex fragrance contains many different notes that reveal themselves on the skin. The depth of a fragrance is the richness and intensity of the fragrance. Fragrances with a deep composition include heavy and powerful notes that stay on the skin longer and affect others over long distances.
Complexity and depth
Medium and varied
2
Gender
This scale depicts gender focus and demonstrates how the brand positions the fragrance - as masculine, feminine or universal.
Male
0%
Unisex
20%
Female
80%
What kind of event
Date
17%
Wedding
0%
Sport
0%
Sleep
0%
For party
17%
For every day
33%
Sex
0%
For Holiday
17%
Theatre
0%
Office
17%
For what time of year / season
Winter
Winter
0%
Spring
Spring
55%
Summer
Summer
36%
Autumn
Autumn
9%
For what style / mood
Casual
50%
Gala
0%
Classic
0%
Avant-garde
0%
Romantic
50%
Sporty
0%
For what age
under 18
42%
18-25 years old
25%
26-35 years old
8%
36-45 years
17%
46+ years old
8%
Any
0%
On the skin
The optimum amount of atomisation on the skin is the balance at which the fragrance reveals itself in its entirety and sounds its best.
Spot
0%
Enter the cloud
33%
1-2 atomisations
33%
2-3 atomisations
33%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
Where is the best place to apply the fragrance?
The best places to apply a fragrance are the areas where it will reveal itself most fully and create the most vivid impression.
On the chest
0%
On the wrist
33%
On the knees
0%
On the back of the neck
33%
Behind the ears
33%
On the elbow
0%
On the abdomen
0%
On the back of the hand
0%
On clothes
0%
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0%
On clothing
The optimum amount of atomisation of the fragrance on clothes, at which it reveals the best quality of the fragrance.
Spot
0%
Enter the cloud
33%
1-2 atomisations
33%
2-3 atomisations
33%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
Associations
Perfume associations are the emotions and images that pop into the imagination when you perceive its unique notes and accents
Freshness
33%
Exoticism
0%
Luxury
33%
Euphoria
0%
Passion
0%
Joy
33%
Calm
0%
Excitement
0%
Sadness
0%
Despair
0%
Effect
Fragrances can attract attention and evoke positive emotions, others can leave neutral, and others can cause negative associations and repel people.
Effect
Attracts attention
4
Intensity
The intensity of a fragrance is like its ‘volume’, the degree of intensity and strength with which it is felt around you or on the surface.
Intensity
Moderate
2
Bottle
Bottle
High quality
4
Spray
Spray
High quality
4
Packaging quality
Perfume bottle packaging quality is about protection and aesthetic appeal, including strength, reliability, design and materials. High quality ensures the safety and security of the product, a good first impression and attractiveness
Packaging quality
High quality
4
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The flanker is actually not bad. On me, it opens with citrus notes and honey, creating the feeling of a sunny day. So bright and warm, like a ray of light that warms the soul. The longevity is pleasing, leaving a pleasant aftertaste. I really liked it, but sadness washes over me, because such moments won't repeat 🌅
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The fragrance is truly impressive, much more interesting than the classic version. Brighter, with lightness and femininity, rather than a teenage vibe. Delicate floral notes with a light sweetness and fresh blackcurrant leaves create an atmosphere that smoothly transitions into a powdery texture. In it, I caught something from Killing Me Slowly, but in a softer and more refined execution. It's really lovely )))

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