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DKNY Be Delicious NYC

by Maurice Roucel

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DKNY DKNY Be Delicious NYC is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012, created by Maurice Roucel. DKNY Be Delicious NYC opens with Grapefruit, Magnolia, and Cucumber, settles into a heart of Rose, Violet, Tuberose, and Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Amber, and Sandalwood. DKNY's DKNY Be Delicious NYC carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This one's a bit of a head-scratcher. Some find it a fresh, green apple dream, others get a 'weird' abstract floral that's borderline unpleasant. Expect a split decision on this NYC trip.
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  • Fresh
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  • Warm
  • Playful
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DKNY Be Delicious NYC 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Sport

Its moderate sillage and fresh, clean character make it well-suited for daytime wear, especially in casual or office settings. The underlying green apple keeps it from being too serious for a date, but it lacks the depth for formal events.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

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

DKNY Be Delicious NYC opens with a vibrant, watery burst of grapefruit and cool cucumber, evoking a crisp, green freshness. As it settles, a floral heart emerges with delicate rose and lily of the valley, tempered by a tart, juicy green apple. The dry down is a soft, earthy blend of subtle woody notes, warm amber, and creamy sandalwood, maintaining a light, airy feel throughout.

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