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Donna Karan

DKNY Men 2009

DKNY Men 2009 by Donna Karan is a Woody Aromatic fragrance for men

The Quick Read

Respected, if divisive — a aromatic, woody composition with a fresh spicy undertone. Voted best for year-round wear, leaning masculine.

fresh citrusspicy warmthearthy woodsurban confidenceday to night
3.82· 310 Ratings
Created byAlberto Morillas
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Longevity
8.2
Sillage
6.5
Best Time
🌙Night67%
Seasons
🍂 ❄️Fall/Winter
The Story

DKNY Men 2009 by Donna Karan was launched in 2009 and was created by perfumers Alberto Morillas and Harry Fremont. This Woody Aromatic fragrance opens with a bright, fresh burst of citrus from bergamot and mandarin orange, followed by the earthy warmth of juniper and clary sage. The heart notes feature spicy cardamom and pepper, blending seamlessly into the soft floralcy of jasmine and violet leaf. The base notes are a grounding mix of cedar, vetiver, patchouli, and orris root, creating an overall impression that is both invigorating and grounded.

Scent Profile

Composition & Character

When to Wear

🌸
Spring
☀️
Summer
🍂
Fall
❄️
Winter
🌤️
Day
🌙
Night

Who Wears It

Masculine85%
Unisex10%
Feminine5%
Performance

How It Wears

Longevity
Very Weak1.1k
Weak2.1k
Moderate16.0k
Long8.6k
Eternal1.9k
Sillage
Intimate2.6k
Moderate16.0k
Strong4.5k
Enormous1.9k

Application Tips

Apply two sprays for a balanced presence throughout the day. The citrus notes are prominent at first but give way to the warm spice and woody base, which gradually settle in over time.

03 · The Nose

Alberto Morillas

Founding perfumer · 479 fragrances · Swiss

Alberto Morillas portrait

Alberto Morillas is a Spanish perfumer. He is a master perfumer at Swiss fragrance and flavor firm dsm-firmenich, where his notable creations have included Calvin Klein CK One, Giorgio Armani Acqua di Giò and Marc Jacobs Daisy. He has an independent line called Mizensir.

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Designer Donna Karan

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04 · Dossier

Edited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

The crisp air of a city street in early morning — where the fresh scent of citrus blends with subtle spices, and the promise of the day ahead feels invigorating.

Fig. 01 — DKNY Men 2009, Donna Karan

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06 · The Room

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