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Eau de parfum

Donna Karan DKNY Stories

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Donna Karan DKNY Stories: a fragrance that tells stories

Released in 2018, Donna Karan DKNY Stories is a perfume water that embodies the spirit of New York through the lens of modern femininity.

This fragrance from Donna Karan — a brand synonymous with American chic and easy luxury — invites you on a journey through the contrasting streets of the metropolis, where each note is a new chapter in your personal story.

Inspired by the energy of the big city, it blends oriental and floral accords, creating a narrative full of confidence and sensuality.

For the modern New York woman: positioning and wearability

DKNY Stories is created as a women's fragrance, ideally suited for confident and energetic individuals who appreciate the urban rhythm.

With a medium trail, it leaves a delicate but memorable trace without overwhelming those around, making it an excellent choice for the office, dates, or daily activities.

For optimal application, I recommend 2 to 3 sprays on the skin so that the fragrance unfolds gradually, and walk into the cloud when spraying on clothing — this will enhance longevity and create a striking aura, perfect for long evenings or dynamic days in the city.

The master behind the fragrance: perfumer Stephen Nilsen

The composition was worked on by the talented Stephen Nilsen, who skillfully combined oriental and floral accords, reflecting the brand's philosophy.

His approach to creating fragrances, based on contrasts, allowed DKNY Stories to become a symbol of sophistication and energy, typical of New York, strengthening Donna Karan's reputation as a pioneer in the world of fashion and perfumery.

This release demonstrates how the brand continues to evolve while remaining true to its DNA of modern chic and urban luxury.

Similar fragrances for your collection

If you liked DKNY Stories, you can explore other fragrances with similar aesthetics.

Try Paco Rabanne Olympéa with its salty and vanilla notes for a beach mood, Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her! for creamy and woody sensuality in a bohemian style, or Carolina Herrera 212 VIP Rose, which combines rose with modern accents for a glamorous evening.

Each of them offers a unique perspective on femininity, complementing your perfume wardrobe and inspiring new experiments.

Where to buy and learn more

For official information and purchases, visit the brand's website: http://www.donnakaran.com.

There, you will find the latest news about collections and inspiration from Donna Karan to dive deeper into the world of fragrances that, like DKNY Stories, tell unforgettable stories and help express your individuality with every spray.

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Key fragrance characteristics

Perfume information

Description of the composition

The note pyramid of DKNY Stories begins with a refreshing and spicy start: cardamom and pink pepper create an energetic burst, complemented by juicy guava and delicate milk mousse, symbolizing the morning sunrise in New York.

At the heart of the fragrance, elegant floral notes unfold: iris adds sophistication, while jasmine sambac brings sensuality, and white tea introduces a fresh and soothing accent, reminiscent of calm moments amidst the city's hustle.

The base wraps with warm and sensual notes: ambergris and sandalwood create depth and longevity, and vanilla completes the composition with a sweet and alluring trail, leaving the impression of an unforgettable journey, where each unfolding phase is a new twist in the fragrance's story.

Perfumers

Gender Female
Brand Donna Karan
Segment Luxury perfumery
Country United States
Website http://www.donnakaran.com
Year of production 2018
Status Produced
Concentration Eau de parfum
License holder Estée Lauder Companies

Composition pyramid

Cardamom
Guava
Milky Mousse
Iris
Jasmine Sambac
White Tea
Grey Ambergris
Sandalwood
Vanilla

Families

Fragrance characteristics

based on 17 opinions
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
Medium
3
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
6%
Unisex
24%
Female
71%
What kind of event
Date
33%
Wedding
0%
Sport
0%
Sleep
0%
For party
0%
For every day
33%
Sex
33%
For Holiday
0%
Theatre
0%
Office
0%
For what time of year / season
Winter
Winter
20%
Spring
Spring
40%
Summer
Summer
0%
Autumn
Autumn
40%
For what style / mood
Casual
20%
Gala
0%
Classic
0%
Avant-garde
0%
Romantic
40%
Sporty
40%
For what age
under 18
0%
18-25 years old
0%
26-35 years old
67%
36-45 years
33%
46+ years old
0%
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
11%
Enter the cloud
11%
1-2 atomisations
11%
2-3 atomisations
44%
3-4 atomisations
11%
4-5 sprays
11%
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
100%
On the wrist
0%
On the knees
0%
On the back of the neck
0%
Behind the ears
0%
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
11%
Enter the cloud
44%
1-2 atomisations
11%
2-3 atomisations
11%
3-4 atomisations
11%
4-5 sprays
11%
Associations
Perfume associations are the emotions and images that pop into the imagination when you perceive its unique notes and accents
Freshness
17%
Exoticism
8%
Luxury
33%
Euphoria
8%
Passion
8%
Joy
8%
Calm
17%
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
Pleasant and unobtrusive
3
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
Excellent quality
5
Spray
Spray
Excellent quality
5
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
Excellent quality
5
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Average rating
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A perfume that seems too loud and youthful, leaving a strange feeling behind. For some reason, I think it's definitely from America. Jasmine, pink pepper, and sandalwood clearly stand out in the fragrance, but the base, though pleasant, doesn't leave a strong impression. There's sillage, but it didn't captivate me. I feel like something important slipped away, and that makes me sad
5/5
5
This fragrance attracts me because it doesn't have one dominant note. It's multi-layered and doesn't overwhelm, doesn't feel cloying. For me, it's more dry and sophisticated, perfectly complementing a feminine image, rather than bursting to the forefront and knocking you off your feet!!!
3/5
3
At first, the fragrance seems incredibly sweet, truly captivating. You want to inhale it again and again, but this feeling quickly fades. After a few minutes, it turns into something soapy, and that's not as pleasant anymore. A strange combination, I can't figure out if I like it or not
5/5
5
This smell just disgusts me. Some kind of marshmallow, who needs that? It smells like someone decided to mix powdered sugar with rose petals, and it all stinks. Sweet, but not pleasant, rather nauseating. There's no coziness here, just rosy-powdery discomfort. I don't understand how anyone can wear this ))))
5/5
5
How amazing it is! This scent is simply stunning, not overpowering, with delicate floral and vanilla notes that beautifully envelop you. The creamy texture and light powderiness create a feeling of coziness. It's so airy and stylish, and it lasts wonderfully on the skin
3/5
3
Perfumer Stephen Nilsen created a fragrance that reflects modern New York - it's a floral-oriental composition with notes of iris, vanilla, and jasmine. But DKNY Stories shouldn't be considered sweet and powdery. It's full of energy and movement: pink pepper and cardamom immediately set a rhythm that continues in the buttery woody shades of iris and sparks of pinkish jasmine, complemented by white musk. The description promises pink guava, but I don't smell it in the fragrance. There's something fruity, but I can't quite pinpoint it. The vanilla accord dominates and sets the oriental character of Stories. Donna Karan's new fragrance doesn't offer anything particularly special or new. Its dynamism echoes the hustle and bustle and multitude of voices, remnants of women's fragrances from the past and present. It's fresh, sweet, floral, and woody-musky - each element here is distinct, but without individuality. This fragrance might appeal to those who prefer sweet, musky notes with a pronounced feminine character. Its versatility makes it an excellent choice for offices and open spaces 🌸
5/5
5
I feel it on me, and that feeling doesn't leave. When it unfolds, its true essence reveals itself, and there's something captivating about that. The longevity and sillage are, without a doubt, impressive. This perfume can be called a real find among quality fragrances, but it also has a bitterness that leaves a mark
5/5
5
Oh, this one. With such a personality. I'm for it, not it for me. It controls me. I like it, but we can't be friends. It's stronger, it does its own thing. You never know how it'll act today. I'm scared of it 😔
4/5
4
At first, the fragrance really grabs attention, making you want to get a bottle and enjoy it in a large quantity. But, alas, over time it becomes somewhat incomprehensible and strange. Sweet notes mix with a dusty hint, and at the end, a slight chemical aftertaste appears 😕
2/5
2
At first, the fragrance simply amazed me-so sweet, soft, and delicate, almost as if made for girls. But then, alas, it became somehow terrible and unbearable. It's so sad that it turned out this way
3/5
3
This fragrance, unfortunately, didn't hook me. I couldn't pick up the notes, everything blended into a sweetness with a slight chemical aftertaste. The bottle, of course, looks gorgeous, no denying that. I'll try it again, maybe it'll open up better the second time 🌸
4/5
4
The fragrance is really pleasing, it's sweet and floral. The floral notes are very noticeable, and pink pepper with cardamom add interesting accents. At the beginning, fruity nuances are felt, and amber gives warmth. The vanilla here is soft and velvety, responsible for the sweetness. It unfolds gently on the skin, and its longevity can be rated as medium
4/5
4
What a great fragrance! It's so modern and youthful, simply spicy and floral, with hints of sweetness. Woody accents and vanilla in the base make it incredibly appealing 😍
1/5
1
Yes, there's definitely guava with pepper here. Jasmine is also noticeable, as are all the other notes, but to me, it sounds too artificial. The sweetness appears almost instantly, and I can't stand that. The bottle looks ambitious, but, alas, it doesn't meet expectations

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