PassionfruitOpens with
Orange BlossomHeart
BenzoinDries down to
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Donna Karan · Sold as feminine
DKNY Be Delicious Rio
The moment when summer sun peeks through the canopy of lush greenery, casting dappled light on ripe fruits and blooming flowers.
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DKNY Be Delicious RioMid-range · $40–100How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
DKNY Be Delicious Rio by Donna Karan, launched in 2012, embodies the vibrant energy of a tropical escapade. The fragrance opens with passionfruit and red apple, creating an immediate sense of juicy freshness that cuts through the richness of orange blossom and gardenia in its heart. As it settles into a base of benzoin, sandalwood, and myrrh, Rio transforms from a lively fruit bowl to a warm, spicy embrace, inviting you into a world where tropical sun meets woody depth.
Apply this fragrance in layers for optimal longevity. The juicy top notes fade quickly, but the warm amber and spicy base linger well into the evening. For a more intimate scent experience, wear it close to skin rather than spraying liberally.
Fig. 01 — DKNY Be Delicious Rio, Donna Karan
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