Donna Karan Essence: Wenge by DKNY / Donna Karan

Name: Donna Karan Essence: Wenge
Brand: DKNY / Donna Karan
Rating: 8.1 (36 reviews)

2005unisex

Perfumer: Rodrigo Flores-Roux

8.1/10

36 ratingsMost rate it 8 of 10

Donna Karan Essence: Wenge by DKNY / Donna Karan is a Woody Spicy fragrance for women and men. Donna Karan Essence: Wenge was launched in 2005. Donna Karan Essence: Wenge was created by Rodrigo Flores-Roux. It is built around Labdanum, Lavender, Jasmine, Nutmeg, Pimento and Clove. Voters rate it highest for autumn and winter. Most wearers rate it long-lasting, with a strong sillage.

At a glance

Longevity: Most rate it 7/10: long-lasting
Sillage: Most rate it 7/10: strong
Best seasons: Autumn and winter (69% of season votes)
Worn by: Mostly women, 52% of votes
Smells mainly: woody, spicy, sweet

Review

Main accords

Fragrance pyramid

7 notes

Donna Karan Essence: Wenge features 7 fragrance notes across its scent pyramid.

Main notes

The full composition

Ratings

From the Aromifo community

Scent

36 ratings

8.1

Most rate it 8 of 10.

Longevity

24 ratings

7.0

Most rate it 7 of 10.

Sillage

23 ratings

6.0

Most rate it 7 of 10.

When to wear

54 season votes

Spring20%
Summer11%
Autumn37%
Winter31%

Who wears it

Men48%
Unisex0%
Women52%

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