Fragrance notes
How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).
Woody
100%
Aromatic
67%
Earthy
59%
White Floral
54%
Powdery
48%
Warm Spicy
44%
Performance
Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Woody, Aromatic, and Earthy) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.
Longevity
With Woody, Aromatic, Earthy, and White Floral among the strongest accord tags here, deeper woods, resins, and ambers in this kind of mix often linger longer on skin—still varies by person, climate, and sprays.
Projection
With Woody, Aromatic, Earthy, and White Floral among the strongest accord tags here, dense bases like this often feel louder in the first hour—start with one spray in tight rooms or at a desk.
Overview
WomanbyDonna Karanis a Floral Woody Musk fragrance for women.Womanwas launched in 2012. The nose behind this fragrance is Anne Flipo. Top note is Orange Blossom; middle notes are Haitian Vetiver and Floral Notes; base note is Sandalwood.Donna Karan presents a brand new fragrance in August 2012, simply named Woman. Woman fragrance carries a positive message from the designer to women to feel good about themselves no matter what.The designer told wwd magazine that this new perfume is as complex as the woman who will wear it. She worked with perfumer Anne Flipo to create the composition, and also collaborated with Estée Lauder Cos. Inc. and International Flavors & Fragrances. The fragrance is built around the core of sandalwood and vetiver from Haiti, including notes of orange blossom amongst others.Bottle design for the new fragrance is harmonized with the style of Cashmere Mist perfume bottle from 1994, which was created by the designer’s late husband Stephan Weiss. The new bottle is signed by architect Zaha Hadid.The advertising campaign is shot by Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin with famous models Christy Turlington, Karolina Kurkvova and Liya Kebede.The collection includes 50 and 100 ml Eau de Parfum, body lotion and body cleansing lotion.
Quick answers
Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.
- Is Woman office-safe?
- With a stronger profile, one light spray is often enough in quiet offices; save extra sprays for after work or open spaces.
- Best season
- Deeper woods and resins often feel natural in cooler months; they can feel heavy in extreme heat.
- 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.