See, I test a lot of fragrances every day. Let’s boil it down to my job description. Because of this, I find myself tasked with frequently selecting standout options and ranking the brand’s best offerings—a task I don’t take lightly, as scent can be a powerful and personal thing. This time, the brand we are discussing happens to be Kilian, founded by perfume icon Kilian Hennessy. This brand perfectly embodies elegance, luxury, and mystery, so much so that (as I’m sure you all know) it caught the nose of local It Girl Rihanna.
I decided it was time to give these amazing fragrances a try for a week. After all, how do you know if you really like a particular scent unless you test drive it? If you’re wondering which fragrance from the brand should take pride of place on your dressing table, keep scrolling below to find out what I thought.
The 10 best Kilian fragrances:
1. intoxicated
Killian
Intoxicating perfume
Main things to note: Cardamom, mocha, vanilla
This warm and delicious fragrance lingers on the skin in a pleasant way. It has a rich, mysterious aroma that’s guaranteed to turn heads. The coffee note is subtle, but adds energy to a completely unique, dare I say, fragrance. intoxicating.
Customer testimonials: “Smells so good! This is a perfect unisex fragrance. Very rich. Not too loud, in my opinion. On first sniff I wasn’t sold, but I was given Give it a chance, let it dry and now I’m in love!
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margiela house
Replica tea break eau de toilette
Main things to note: Coffee, red apple, lemon essence, lavender essence, spearmint essence, orange blossom essence, milk mousse fragrance, Sri Lankan sandalwood essence, Virginia cedar essence
2. fall in love
Killian
Gungun love perfume
Main things to note: Almond milk, iris, musk
I absolutely love this floral scent and can confidently say this is my favorite Kilian scent of all time. It has a bit of heat that gives it a unique edge over other floral fragrances. Honestly, I found myself struggling to achieve this throughout the week and beyond. It’s perfect for any occasion and has earned a spot in my signature scent rotation (a smaller, more unique list, thank you).
Customer testimonials: “I fell in love as soon as I sprayed it. This scent is so amazing, I couldn’t stop smelling it. I love unique fragrances. This one is stunning. Very sexy and I love the drydown when it transforms into a creamy scent. Must have !
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Main things to note: Bergamot, iris, pink pepper, caramel, musk
3. Good girl turned bad
Killian
Good girl gone bad perfume =
Main things to note: Orange blossom, osmanthus, tuberose
I can see why this one is a fan favorite. It has a crisp and inexplicable vitality. I did enjoy it, but it’s not my favorite.
Customer testimonials: “This is a good girl’s office fragrance…but I love it. It’s a delicate white floral with a hint of juicy freshness that makes it less bland. It’s a pretty girl’s fragrance , and quite inoffensive.
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London in bloom
tuberose in silk
Main things to note: Orange blossom, tuberose, jasmine, pink pepper, musk, amber
4. Love, don’t be shy
Main things to note: Orange blossom, vanilla extract, luscious marshmallow
I’ll admit that before I created Fenty Eau de Parfum (£115), I was dying to try the infamous Love, Don’t Be Shy – aka Rihanna’s signature fragrance. Opening the bottle and taking a whiff, I wasn’t sure how I would feel to be honest. I’m not usually a fan of candy-like scents, but this one absolutely blew me away when I put it on my wrist. It perfectly blends the toasty scent of marshmallows with floral notes like orange blossom to create just the right amount of sweetness. Frankly, I definitely understand what all the hype is about and will try to showcase it as much as possible. If I had to rank the two, for me it would just be a hair in the face of Love.
Customer testimonials: “The packaging is beautiful and the scent is gorgeous. I’m not usually a fan of floral scents, but it’s vibrant enough for me!”
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marley perfume
Oriana Eau De Parfum
Main things to note: Orange blossom, chantilly cream, marshmallow, black currant.
5. Rose on Ice
killian paris
ice rose perfume
Main things to note: Cucumber, juniper berry, rose
This Kilian product has notes of cucumber and juniper berries, which smells very refreshing and gives the impression of a lush castle garden (IMO). This is definitely no ordinary rose perfume.
Customer testimonials: “Absolutely love Rose on Ice! Unlike any other product in my range. Lasts over eight hours on my skin and even longer on my clothes. I’m often asked ‘What’s that scent?’ It’s beautiful! ‘Next I’ll have the apple brandy.
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SpaceNK
Diptyque Sensual Eau de Toilette 50ml
Main things to note: Orange blossom, angelica root, patchouli, juniper berry
6. Princess
killian paris
princess perfume
Main things to note: Ginger, green tea, marshmallows
Princess is another sweet scent, perfect for those who like the smell of fluffy marshmallows. The addition of green tea also gives it such a fun and delicious edge.
Customer testimonials: “This perfume has been a game changer for me! I’m not really a fan of perfumes because I hate that ‘perfume’ smell, but this lets me know how good they are. How unfortunate for my wallet because now I can’t imagine myself I don’t have this perfume in my wallet.
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Bulgari
Evergreen Green Tea Fragrance Water Set
Main things to note: Italian bergamot, green pepper, green tea note, cardamom, beeswax, tonka bean
7.The woman in gold
Killian
golden woman eau de parfum
Main things to note: Bergamot, Rose, Tonka Bean
This fragrance contrasts it in the best way possible. It’s centered around rose, but also contains heady notes of vanilla and tonka bean.
Customer testimonials: “Such a luxurious scent. I’ve been wearing this for a while. Smells like candied lemon and vanilla. Super elegant.”
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Carolina Helena
good girl eau de toilette
Main things to note: Tuberose, jasmine, tonka bean
8. Paradise Moonlight
killian paris
Kilian Paris Paradise Moonlight Eau de Parfum 50ml
Main things to note: Grapefruit, mango, roasted tonka beans
Paradise Moonlight smells like a tropical vacation in a bottle. Aromas of mango, jasmine and coconut milk are vibrant and blend effortlessly with the delicate aroma of vetiver. It definitely feels exotic and smells like an unexplored paradise.
Customer testimonials: “This scent is amazing! The scent lasts so long. I get compliments every time I use it. Perfect for everyday use and a night out. I would definitely recommend!”
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Malin + Goetz Bergamot Eau de Toilette 50ml
Main things to note: Bergamot, Lemon, Orange, Bell Pepper, Lime, Grapefruit, Cardamom, Lily of the Valley, Ginger, Black Pepper, Spearmint, Cedar, Amberwood, Musk, Sandalwood
9. Golden Knights
Killian
golden knight eau de toilette
Main things to note: Bergamot, Honey, Patchouli
Golden Knight gives people a mysterious and sweet feeling. Aromas of patchouli and honey complement the slightly spicy notes of bergamot.
Customer testimonials: “It’s great, I love the essence of this perfume. I bought this bottle as a gift for my mom. It’s strong and I love it so much and the smell is so delicious. When I use it, I get a lot of Compliments and its longevity is great.
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black orchid eau de toilette
Main things to note: Black orchid, black truffle, patchouli
10. Immortal Flower
Killian
immortal flower perfume
Main things to note: White peach, orris cream, tonka bean
The name alone is enough to make me fall in love with this timeless fragrance. I personally can never get enough of the smell of white peach, so putting it in a fragrance is the perfect way to grab my attention. Immortal Flower is both fruity and floral, but never overpowering. It’s delicate and soft enough to be very alluring.
Customer testimonials: “Love it!”
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Chloe
Orange eau de toilette
Main things to note: Orange essence, rose absolute, blackcurrant absolute
This article was originally published at an earlier date and has been updated.
