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Donna Karan · Sold as feminine
Cashmere Mist Essence
The serene comfort of an early morning in a chic penthouse apartment, where the air is filled with subtle floral and spicy notes that create a cocoon of sophistication.
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Cashmere Mist EssenceMid-range · $40–100How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2018, Cashmere Mist Essence by Donna Karan is an Oriental Floral fragrance that encapsulates the brand's signature blend of elegance and warmth. The composition opens with a powdery, white floral bouquet that immediately evokes a sense of comfort and luxury. As it evolves, warm spicy notes and animalic undertones add depth, creating a complex interplay between softness and sensuality. The woody base rounds out the scent, grounding it in a lasting sophistication.
One or two sprays are sufficient to capture the essence of this fragrance. The powdery opening is delicate but long-lasting, while the warm spices and woody base develop gradually over time. Best applied in cooler weather when its warmth feels most inviting.
Fig. 01 — Cashmere Mist Essence, Donna Karan
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Yves Cassar
Three decades at IFFYves Cassar built his career over three decades in the fragrance industry, working at Florasynth from 1984 to 1996 before joining Haarmann & Reimer as Senior Perfumer in 1997.
Co-created with Jean-Marc Chaillan
Designer Donna Karan
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