DKNY official website: DKNY2011 spring and summer women's series released (Figure) The DKNY brand was founded in 1984. Since the creation of DKNY, it has made a new interpretation of the different cultures and unique atmosphere of life in New York City. DKNY uses a more avant-garde, more stylish and more casual style to depict the atmosphere of different cultures and different lifestyles in New York. It reflects the unique charm of DKNY in a completely different language. Prev 1 234567Next Full Story DKNY is actually an abbreviation of Donna Karan New York. It was also the young deputy brand created by designer Donna Karan for her growing daughter Gabby. It was officially launched in 1988. 