Be Delicious by DKNY
Brand: DKNY
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
The crisp green-apple classic: apple, cucumber and grapefruit over magnolia, tuberose and lily of the valley, on soft blonde woods and white amber.
Is Be Delicious worth it?
How it smells: Opens with apple, cucumber and grapefruit, magnolia and tuberose at the heart, then dries down to sandalwood and blonde woods.
Scent Score: 55/100 (Fair). Doesn't stand out. Fades faster than most fragrances. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 43, versatility 67, layerability 75 and value 43, each out of 100.
Buyers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 549 Ulta reviews.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2004 · Women
Key accords: Apple, Cucumber, Grapefruit, Magnolia, Tuberose, Lily of the Valley
Top Notes
- Apple
- Cucumber
- Grapefruit
Heart Notes
- Magnolia
- Tuberose
- Lily of the Valley
- Rose
- Violet
Base Notes
- Sandalwood
- Blonde Woods
- White Amber
- Musk
Occasions: Casual, Office
Seasons: Spring, Summer
Fragrance overview
Be Delicious by DKNY belongs to the floral fragrance family. The crisp green-apple classic: apple, cucumber and grapefruit over magnolia, tuberose and lily of the valley, on soft blonde woods and white amber. Be Delicious opens with Apple, Cucumber, and Grapefruit. The heart brings Magnolia, Tuberose, Lily of the Valley, Rose, and Violet. It dries down to Sandalwood, Blonde Woods, White Amber, and Musk.
How to wear Be Delicious
On skin, Be Delicious by DKNY has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and summer. Reach for it for casual and office. Its best layering match in the catalog is Santal 33 by Le Labo. Apply Be Delicious first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Santal 33 on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Be Delicious : 2 sprays Santal 33 and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Be Delicious opens with Apple, Cucumber, and Grapefruit.
The heart brings Magnolia, Tuberose, Lily of the Valley, Rose, and Violet.
It dries down to Sandalwood, Blonde Woods, White Amber, and Musk.
What to layer with Be Delicious
Santal 33 by Le Labo
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share violet and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Be Delicious first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Santal 33 on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Be Delicious : 2 sprays Santal 33
CK One by Calvin Klein
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, violet, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Be Delicious first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Be Delicious : 2 sprays CK One
Nomade by Chloé
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Be Delicious first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Nomade on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Be Delicious : 2 sprays Nomade
The Scent of Peace by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share grapefruit, lily of the valley, and rose.
Order: Apply Be Delicious first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer The Scent of Peace on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Be Delicious : 2 sprays The Scent of Peace
Lafayette Street by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share apple, magnolia, and lily of the valley.
Order: Apply Be Delicious first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lafayette Street on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Be Delicious : 1 spray Lafayette Street
Pairings to approach with care
Khamrah Dukhan by Lattafa
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 30/99
Khamrah Dukhan has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Khamrah Dukhan brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Be Delicious first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Khamrah Dukhan on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Be Delicious : 1 spray Khamrah Dukhan
Stronger With You Absolutely by Armani
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 31/99
Stronger With You Absolutely has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Stronger With You Absolutely brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Be Delicious first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Stronger With You Absolutely on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Be Delicious : 1 spray Stronger With You Absolutely
Related fragrances and why
- Santal 33 by Le Labo — Both include violet and sandalwood.
- CK One by Calvin Klein — Both include rose, violet, and sandalwood.
- Nomade by ChloéBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include rose and sandalwood.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Be Delicious?
Be Delicious opens with Apple, Cucumber, and Grapefruit. The heart brings Magnolia, Tuberose, Lily of the Valley, Rose, and Violet. It dries down to Sandalwood, Blonde Woods, White Amber, and Musk.
How long does Be Delicious last, and how strong is it?
Be Delicious by DKNY has moderate longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Be Delicious?
It's best in spring and summer. It suits casual and office.
What layers well with Be Delicious?
Santal 33 by Le Labo is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share violet and sandalwood. Apply Be Delicious first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Santal 33 on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Be Delicious : 2 sprays Santal 33.
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