2012
Pure DKNY A Drop Of Rose
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Donna Karan  ·  Sold as feminine

Pure DKNY A Drop Of Rose

The crisp morning after a light rain, where the air is fresh with citrus and the ground holds notes of earthy warmth.

3.92491 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprint
rosefloralcitruswoodyfruity
Pure DKNY A Drop Of RoseMid-range · $40–100

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate24% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak6%
Weak15%
Moderate54%
Long lasting20%
Eternal5%
SillageModerate21% say strong or enormous
Intimate25%
Moderate55%
Strong13%
Enormous8%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Main Accords

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Who Wears It

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Masculine3%
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Unisex13%
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Feminine84%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2012 by Donna Karan and crafted by perfumer Bruno Jovanovic, Pure DKNY A Drop Of Rose is a floral fragrance that captures the essence of modern elegance. The composition opens with bright citrus notes that give way to a heart of rose, which unfolds into a warm, woody base laced with fruity accents. This blend creates an inviting and sophisticated aroma that embodies Donna Karan's signature style — both lasting and contemporary.

How to wear it

Apply one or two sprays to your pulse points — the fragrance's fruity top notes are fleeting but vibrant, while the woody base provides lasting comfort. This scent reads best close to skin, making it perfect for daytime wear.

Fig. 01 — Pure DKNY A Drop Of Rose, Donna Karan

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Bruno Jovanovic portrait
03 · The nose

Bruno Jovanovic

Bruno Jovanovic is a renowned star perfumer at Firmenich. Unlike many of his contemporaries, who create at the mercy of fragrance distribution, Bruno Jovanovic has developed a technique highly influenced by perfume classics.

57fragrances

The Pure DKNY line

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Designer Donna Karan

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What people
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3.92/ 5 · 491 ratings

Respected, if divisive: loved by 29%, disliked or hated by 16%.

Love29%
Like52%
OK3%
Dislike15%
Hate1%
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