Very Irrésistible Eau de Parfum vs DKNY Be Tempted Eau de Parfum

Very Irrésistible EDP

Givenchy by Dominique Ropion, Carlos Benaïm, Sophie Labbé

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Very Irrésistible EDP

A plush, grown-up rose with a seductive twist of anise and vanilla - modern yet timeless, Very Irrésistible EDP is inviting, magnetic, and unmistakably feminine. It is the evening-ready, sensual counterpart to the original EDT.

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Our Verdict - DKNY Be Tempted EDP

This one's a proper "love-it-or-hate-it" affair. Some reckon Be Tempted is a hidden gem with a truly unique red berry and licorice twist, while others find it a synthetic, syrupy headache waiting to happen. You'll either adore its seductive depth or be utterly put off by its sweetness.

Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Very Irrésistible EDP

DKNY Be Tempted EDP

Notes

Shared Notes

Apple 29% vs 20%

Only in Very Irrésistible

Star Anise 39% Pear 31%

Only in DKNY Be Tempted

Red Berries 28% Licorice 21% Redcurrant Leaf 16% Lemon 14%

Shared Notes

Rose 38% vs 38%

Only in Very Irrésistible

Peony 34% Magnolia 28%

Only in DKNY Be Tempted

Violet 32% Orange Blossom 30%

Shared Notes

Vanilla 53% vs 38%

Patchouli 46% vs 32%

Only in DKNY Be Tempted

Myrrh 29%

Accords

Very Irrésistible DKNY Be Tempted

100%

Floral

30%

Fruity

100%

40%

Sweet

73%

70%

Anis

45%

Fresh

67%

65%

Soft Spicy

63%

Vanilla

58%

55%

Powdery

Balsamic

50%

Patchouli

49%

Rose

48%

Green

48%

Woody

47%

Floral

100%

Fruity shared

30%

100%

Sweet shared

40%

73%

Anis

70%

Fresh shared

45%

67%

Soft Spicy shared

65%

63%

Vanilla

58%

Powdery

55%

Balsamic

50%

Patchouli

49%

Rose

48%

Green

48%

Woody

47%

Performance

Very Irrésistible DKNY Be Tempted

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Very Irrésistible

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Summer Winter

The lush floral heart and soft spice shine in spring and fall, when moderate temperatures allow the rose and vanilla-patchouli base to bloom. Summer wear is possible but best on cooler evenings due to the EDP richness.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Office Casual

Very Irrésistible EDP is sensual and sophisticated, making it ideal for romantic evenings and formal events. The moderate sillage and floral elegance work for daytime and office with a light hand, but it's too plush for active or sporty use.

DKNY Be Tempted

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Date

Also Works:

Casual

Its initial strength, sweetness, and depth make it less suitable for the office or sport. However, the sensual and mysteriously sweet accords, combined with community sentiment about feeling 'sexy' and 'sassy', mark it out as a top choice for date nights and evening wear.