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Pure DKNY Verbena Eau de Parfum bottle Pure DKNY Verbena EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender F
2011 Year -
££ Price Tier £
High Genus For Women Eau de Parfum bottle High Genus For Women EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Pure DKNY Verbena EDP
This is a lovely, clean, fresh green scent, reminiscent of a crisp spring garden by the seaside. It's often praised for its refreshing, subtle nature, making it a crowd-pleaser for those who appreciate understated elegance. However, be warned: its poor longevity can be a real letdown for some.
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Our Verdict - High Genus For Women EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Pure DKNY A Drop of Verbena - a floral fragrance led by Lemon Verbena, Basil, with sweet depth. It captures the gist of the original at a fraction of the cost, rendering a touch simpler and quieter.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Pure DKNY Verbena EDP
High Genus For Women EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Lemon Verbena 55% vs 53%
Basil 44% vs 46%
Shared Notes
Peony 34% vs 57%
Jasmine 31% vs 42%
Only in Pure DKNY Verbena
Honeysuckle 34%
Shared Notes
Seaweed 36% vs 33%
Amber 27% vs 28%
Only in Pure DKNY Verbena
Vetiver 36%
Only in High Genus For Women
Honeysuckle 38%

Accords

Pure DKNY Verbena High Genus For Women
100%
Aromatic
54%
57%
Floral
90%
83%
Citrus
66%
Sweet
78%
66%
Green
63%
Herbal
58%
Fresh
42%
57%
Marine
49%
Aquatic
Aromatic shared
100%
54%
Floral shared
57%
90%
Citrus shared
83%
66%
78%
66%
63%
Fresh shared
58%
42%
57%
49%

Performance

Pure DKNY Verbena High Genus For Women
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Pure DKNY Verbena

Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, clean, and subtle nature makes it ideal for office wear and casual outings, as it's unlikely to offend. The poor sillage means it's a 'skin scent', making it suitable for close encounters like dates, but less impactful for formal events. It's also great for warmer weather and active use due to its refreshing quality.

High Genus For Women

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Best in spring and summer - the floral, sweet profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Keep it for casual and daily - the floral accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean aromatic, citrus, fresh

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Pure DKNY Verbena EDP
High Genus For Women EDP
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