DKNY Be Tempted
fruity up front, then sweet, settling into fresh.
About
DKNY Be Tempted by Donna Karan is a Floral Fruity Gourmand fragrance for women. DKNY Be Tempted was launched in 2016. Top notes are Red Berries, Licorice, Apple, Cassia and Lemon; middle notes are Rose, Violet and Orange Blossom; base notes are Vanilla, Indonesian Patchouli Leaf and Myrrh. With the…
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Donna Karan picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does DKNY Be Tempted smell like?
fruity up front, then sweet, settling into fresh. Dominant accords: fruity, sweet, fresh.
What notes are in DKNY Be Tempted?
Top: Red Berries, Licorice, Apple, Cassia, Lemon. Heart: Rose, Violet, Orange Blossom. Base: Vanilla, Indonesian Patchouli Leaf, Myrrh.
How long does DKNY Be Tempted last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is DKNY Be Tempted loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is DKNY Be Tempted best for?
Fall is the top pick (35%). Winter is second at 30%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for DKNY Be Tempted?
Day wear leads at 61%. Night is a secondary pick at 39%.
Is DKNY Be Tempted for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 82% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
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