Fragrance notes
How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).
Aromatic
100%
Woody
97%
Fresh Spicy
89%
Warm Spicy
71%
Citrus
64%
Earthy
55%
Ozonic
51%
Aquatic
45%
Powdery
45%
Patchouli
45%
Performance
Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Aromatic, Woody, and Fresh Spicy) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.
Longevity
With Aromatic, Woody, Fresh Spicy, and Warm Spicy among the strongest accord tags here, brighter, lighter families in this mix often fade sooner; reapply or keep a travel size if you want all-day presence.
Projection
With Aromatic, Woody, Fresh Spicy, and Warm Spicy among the strongest accord tags here, lighter profiles usually hug the skin; you can layer sprays to push without filling a whole room.
Overview
DKNY Men 2009byDonna Karanis a Woody Aromatic fragrance for men.DKNY Men 2009was launched in 2009. DKNY Men 2009 was created by Alberto Morillas and Harry Fremont. Top notes are Juniper, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange and Clary Sage; middle notes are Pepper, Violet Leaf, Cardamom and Jasmine; base notes are Virginia Cedar, Vetiver, Patchouli and Orris Root.DKNY Men arrived on the market in March 2009 as a woody-aromatic fragrance, combination of spirit and soul, sophistication and speed. A highly modern fragrance which introduces an energetic composition, big contrasts and secrets. The perfume was created by Alberto Morillas and Harry Fremont of bergamot, mandarin, juniper and clary sage. A spicy heart incorporates white pepper, cardamom, violet leaves and moist jasmine, while a base adds sandalwood, cedar, patchouli, iris root and vetiver. The fragrance is available as 30, 50 and 100ml edt.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is DKNY Men 2009 office-safe?
- Fresher, lighter profiles often feel easy in conservative offices at one spray.
- Best season
- Mixed profile—often bright up top with a warmer base—works year-round depending on sprays and temperature.
- Where to try it
- Department-store counters, brand boutiques, and trusted sample or decant sellers online—always test on your own skin before a full bottle.