Dark Lord
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2018 | Year | 2023 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Island Lush
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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a divisive beast, a love-it-or-hate-it affair that promises intensity. With its beast-mode projection and longevity, By Kilian's Dark Lord is definitely not for the faint of heart, or for someone who wants to blend in. It's an acquired taste, but once acquired, it's addictive.
Divisive and aptly named, yet not for the reasons you'd expect. Forget tropical cocktails; this is a dense, spicy, leathery beast some call a masterpiece, others burnt toast. Try before you buy, it's certainly a conversation starter.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 9% | 8% |
| Floral | 9% | 12% |
| Fruity | 6% | 2% |
| Green | 5% | 3% |
| Sweet | 13% | 11% |
| Warm | 30% | 25% |
| Woody | 22% | 31% |
| Earthy | 19% | 17% |
| Animalic | 8% | 8% |
| Fresh | 7% | 9% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and dark, commanding profile, Dark Lord is too intense for office or casual wear. It suits evening dates and formal events where its luxurious and bold character can shine without overpowering; however, some users noted its divisive nature may mean it won't please everyone, even in such settings.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its strong woody, spicy, and leathery accords, and mentions of impressive longevity and projection, this scent is better suited to date nights or formal events. It may be too bold for an office setting and definitely not for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Fresh Spicy, Leather accords and Leather, Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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