Pure DKNY Verbena Eau de Parfum vs Dragonfly Edition Eau de Parfum

Pure DKNY Verbena

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2011	Year	2021
££	Price Tier	££

Dragonfly Edition

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Pure DKNY Verbena

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 - Dragonfly Edition

Dragonfly is Zoologist's "safe" scent, though 'safe' is a divisive term here. Some find it a wonderfully atmospheric aquatic floral, others a generic disappointment that fails to live up to the brand's adventurous reputation. It's truly a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with many noting its departure from the original formulation.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	10%	8%
Floral	25%	21%
Fruity	0%	1%
Green	26%	20%
Sweet	13%	15%
Warm	7%	11%
Woody	9%	10%
Earthy	10%	17%
Animalic	5%	3%
Fresh	24%	22%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Pure DKNY Verbena EdP

Dragonfly Edition EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Basil 44% vs 18%

Only in Pure DKNY Verbena

Lemon Verbena 56%

Only in Dragonfly Edition

Grapefruit 22% Angelica 22% Basmati Rice 20% Ginger 18%

Shared Notes

Jasmine 31% vs 13%

Only in Pure DKNY Verbena

Peony 34% Honeysuckle 34%

Only in Dragonfly Edition

Water Lily 18% Violet Leaf 15% Mimosa 13% Orris 13% Rose 13% Geranium 13%

Shared Notes

Vetiver 35% vs 13%

Only in Pure DKNY Verbena

Seaweed 37% Amber 28%

Only in Dragonfly Edition

Rain 22% Oakmoss 15% Cashmeran 14% Patchouli 13% Benzoin 12% Tonka Bean 11%

Accords

Pure DKNY Verbena Dragonfly Edition

100%

Aromatic

52%

49%

Aquatic

100%

83%

Citrus

51%

78%

Fresh Spicy

60%

Ozonic

76%

71%

White Floral

66%

Green

63%

Herbal

57%

Floral

61%

58%

Fresh

Powdery

58%

57%

Marine

Musky

56%

Woody

52%

Amber

51%

Aromatic shared

100%

52%

Aquatic shared

49%

100%

Citrus shared

83%

51%

Fresh Spicy shared

78%

60%

Ozonic

76%

White Floral

71%

Green

66%

Herbal

63%

Floral shared

57%

61%

Fresh

58%

Powdery

58%

Marine

57%

Musky

56%

Woody

52%

Amber

51%

Performance

Pure DKNY Verbena Dragonfly Edition

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

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.

Dragonfly Edition

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Its fresh, clean, and subtle nature makes it highly appropriate for casual wear and daily use. Although it is generally perceived as soft and polite, its noticeable aquatic and ozonic character, which some find too strong, slightly lowers its suitability for formal settings or intimate dates.