Killer Queen
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2013 | Year | 2010 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Oriens
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Killer Queen is a divisive celebrity frag - some find it a gorgeous, budget-friendly 'Flowerbomb' alternative, while others dismiss it as a generic, sickly sweet fruitchouli. Approach with caution, but it might just slay for you.
A divisive fruitchouli that splits opinion: some hail it as an elegant, grown-up take on Miss Dior Cherie, while others find it too bitter, syrupy and forgettable. Its striking jewel-like bottle promises more than the juice delivers for some.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 7% |
| Floral | 25% | 31% |
| Fruity | 24% | 23% |
| Green | 4% | 6% |
| Sweet | 34% | 39% |
| Warm | 5% | 6% |
| Woody | 7% | 5% |
| Earthy | 11% | 12% |
| Animalic | 5% | 6% |
| Fresh | 9% | 6% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its sweet and sometimes intense nature, coupled with moderate to strong sillage, makes it less ideal for the office. However, the 'sexy' and 'sultry' vibe mentioned by reviewers, along with the woody-gourmand base, fits perfectly for dates and evening casual outings.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Oriens has moderate to strong sillage and good longevity, making it a bit much for the office unless applied sparingly. Its sweet and warm facets with a 'grown up' feel are perfect for dates and formal events, though some find it lacks uniqueness for those settings. It's a bit too refined for casual wear and definitely not suited for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Sweet, Patchouli accords and Jasmine, Praline notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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