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DKNY

DKNY Women (Energizing Eau de Parfum)

Perfumer: Sophia Grojsman

1999WomenModern
7.3/ 10
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289 ratings
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DKNY Women is a fresh, citrusy and floral women's scent that leans towards spring and summer days.

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How does it perform?

From 226 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity
7.1 /10

Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.

Sillage
6.6 /10

Leaves a light trail and stays polite in a crowd.

Bottle
6.9 /10

Looks good without trying too hard.

Value for money
8.1 /10

Most people feel it is worth the price.

Blind buy risk

Low risk

75% of votes are positive and opinions barely differ.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Base noteswhat stays into the evening

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

  1. Fresh
  2. Citrus
  3. Floral
  4. Aquatic
  5. Green
  6. Fruity
  7. Synthetic
  8. Woody

What does DKNY Women (Energizing Eau de Parfum) smell like?

The top notes are apricot, mandarin orange, orange and tomato leaf, which give it a fruity, green brightness. Narcissus, rose, jasmine and water lily lead the heart, adding a soft aquatic feel. Patchouli, sandalwood and amber settle it onto a woody base.

Most voters pick summer and spring. It is mentioned most for daily wear, leisure and the office. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. About half of voters find it feminine. Calvin Klein CK One and Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme have a close profile.

How it changes through the day

  1. First minutes

    • Apricot
    • Mandarin orange
    • Orange
  2. First hours

    • Narcissus
    • Cassia
    • Heliotrope
  3. Towards evening

    • Patchouli
    • Sandalwood
    • Suede

When to wear it?

Seasons and occasions, by user votes.

  • 41%
    Summer
  • 37%
    Spring
  • 14%
    Autumn
  • 7%
    Winter
  • Daytime
    26%
  • Casual
    24%
  • Office
    22%
  • Sport
    17%
  • Nighttime
    7%
  • Evening
    4%

Least picked for evenings.

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Last updated: October 26, 2026