2016
DKNY Men Summer 2016
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Donna Karan  ·  Sold as masculine

DKNY Men Summer 2016

The hum of an urban street in late afternoon — where the sun’s warmth meets the crisp air, and the tropical sweetness of pineapple mixes with woody undertones.

3.7524 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
citruswoodypowderyaromaticvioletfresh
DKNY Men Summer 2016Mid-range · $40–100
60%Similar accords, often for lessClassics 14.0 · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 14 notes8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate21% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak16%
Weak5%
Moderate58%
Long lasting21%
Eternal0%
SillageModerate33% say strong or enormous
Intimate22%
Moderate44%
Strong8%
Enormous26%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

When to Wear

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Summer
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Day
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Night

Who Wears It

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Masculine81%
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Unisex19%
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Feminine0%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

DKNY Men Summer 2016, launched in 2016 by Donna Karan, is a Woody Aquatic fragrance that captures the essence of urban summer. The composition opens with a bright burst of bergamot and lemon, followed by the tropical sweetness of pineapple and watery notes that evoke a refreshing splash. As it settles, violet adds an unexpected floral twist to the woody base of cedar, vetiver, and patchouli, creating a fragrance that is both fresh and grounding.

How to wear it

Apply this fragrance with a light hand; its bright citrus and watery notes are best experienced close to skin. It pairs well with daytime activities but may read as too fresh for evening events.

Fig. 01 — DKNY Men Summer 2016, Donna Karan

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06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

3.75/ 5 · 24 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 17%, disliked or hated by 13%.

Love17%
Like54%
OK17%
Dislike13%
Hate0%
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