Red AppleOpens with
Casablanca LilyHeart
MuskDries down to
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Donna Karan · Sold as feminine
DKNY Golden Delicious Eau So Intense
The sound of an espresso machine two seconds before the cup arrives, where the crisp aroma of red apple and mirabelle mingles with the subtle warmth of vanilla orchid.
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DKNY Golden Delicious Eau So IntenseMid-range · $40–100
40%Similar accords, often for lessJamila · Swiss ArabianBudget tier, under $40 · shares vanilla orchid, musk and sandalwood8 matches →How it wears
From community votes · bars are each option's shareComposition & Character
Notes Pyramid
TopOpening
HeartThe Soul
BaseFoundation
The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2012, DKNY Golden Delicious Eau So Intense by Donna Karan is a Floral Fruity fragrance that marries the freshness of red apple and mirabelle with the richness of vanilla orchid and musk. The composition opens with bright, juicy fruits before transitioning into a heart of orange blossom and casablanca lily, providing a floral warmth. The base notes, featuring teak wood and sandalwood, ground the scent in a powdery and woody embrace that sustains its charm throughout the day.
This fragrance blooms gradually over time — apply one or two sprays on your pulse points. The fruity top notes are bright but fleeting, so rely on the musky base to carry it through the day. It's best for daytime wear when its fresh and warm character can shine without overpowering.
Fig. 01 — DKNY Golden Delicious Eau So Intense, Donna Karan
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What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 30%, disliked or hated by 15%.