DKNY 2009 EDP

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DKNY Be Delicious Pop-Art Optic

by Maurice Roucel

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DKNY DKNY Be Delicious Pop-Art Optic is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2009, created by Maurice Roucel. DKNY Be Delicious Pop-Art Optic 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 and Amber. DKNY's DKNY Be Delicious Pop-Art Optic carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

A sparkling, juicy apple bomb that keeps its freshness thanks to a clean green core. It's a crowd-pleaser that delivers on 'delicious', especially if you're into fruity-florals.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Feminine
  • Bright
  • Sweet
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DKNY Be Delicious Pop-Art Optic 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.

ScentArt

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

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:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its long-lasting nature and moderate sillage make it versatile, but the fresh, fruity profile leans heavily towards casual day wear and could be invigorating for sport. It's a bit too playful for formal events, but acceptable for office and dates in moderation.

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

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

It opens with a zesty burst of grapefruit and cool cucumber, immediately uplifting and clean. The heart quickly emerges with a crisp green apple note, complemented by a delicate blend of rose and lily of the valley, adding a touch of dewy floral sweetness. As it settles, subtle woody notes and a whisper of amber provide a soft, grounding finish, keeping the overall impression light and effervescent.

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