DKNY 1994 EDP

M ££ Acquired

DK

by Jean Claude Delville

Composed by IFF

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DKNY DK is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1994, created by Jean Claude Delville. DK opens with Green Notes, Bergamot, Orange Blossom, and Osmanthus, settles into a heart of Cassia, Rose, Jasmine, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Suede, Citrus, Musk, and Amber. DKNY's DK carries an Acquired verdict, a fruity-led wear.

A legendary, dark, and complex powerhouse that collectors still mourn. It's a proper 90s beast, full of intrigue and unapologetic masculinity. If you can find a vintage bottle, prepare for a scent journey that's truly unforgettable.
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DK Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

This is a strong, long-lasting scent that's best suited for cooler weather and evening events, making it a stellar choice for dates or formal occasions. Its robust sillage could be overpowering in an office setting or during active casual wear, though some reviewers cherished it for daytime during its era.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Cassia Cinnamomum Cassia Leaf Oil from Cassia
  • Cassia Cinnamomum Cassia Leaf Oil from Cassia
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Opens with an unexpected burst of green notes and ripe pineapple, quickly deepening into a rich, floral heart of rose, ylang-ylang, and carnation. The true magic unfolds in the base, where a luxurious suede accord mingles with smoky incense, warm amber, and earthy patchouli, underpinned by a creamy vanilla and robust cedar. It's an intricate dance between fruit, florals, and a dark, leathery sensuality.

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