Donna Karan

Notes, performance and price

Donna Karan is a feminine amber, powdery, woody and floral fragrance, released in 1992.

It opens with Osmanthus, Orange Blossom, Apricot and Pineapple, a heart of Ylang-Ylang, Heliotrope, Carnation and Lily, and dries down to Suede, Incense, Amber and Benzoin.

On skin it lasts around 8 hours, projects 8/10, leaves 6/10 sillage.

Donna Karan sells from $36.74 (100 ml) at partnered retailers.

Looking for a cheaper dupe? See 5 scent-matched alternatives to Donna Karan.

• Donna Karan Signature

  This is the modern iteration of the original Donna Karan scent, maintaining the same complex, powdery, and warm amber character.

• Milton Lloyd Bondage
• Creation Lamis Pure Black
• Fragrance World Diva
• Dorall Collection V

Frequently asked questions about Donna Karan

What does Donna Karan smell like?

Donna Karan is a feminine amber, powdery, woody and floral fragrance, released in 1992. It opens with Osmanthus, Orange Blossom, Apricot and Pineapple, a heart of Ylang-Ylang, Heliotrope, Carnation and Lily, and dries down to Suede, Incense, Amber and Benzoin.

How long does Donna Karan last?

On skin, Donna Karan lasts around 8 hours on skin, projects 8/10, leaves 6/10 sillage.

What smells similar to Donna Karan?

The closest alternative to Donna Karan is Donna Karan Signature with an estimated similarity of 95%. AltScent tracks 5 scent-matched alternatives.

Which Donna Karan dupe is cheapest?

Milton Lloyd Bondage, at about $10 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 70% less than Donna Karan.

Which Donna Karan dupe lasts longest?

Donna Karan Signature, at about 6h on skin, against about 8h for Donna Karan.

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