Old Fashioned EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | F |
| 2024 | Year | 2024 |
| ££££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Perfect Elixir EDP
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Which Should You Buy?
Kilian's Old Fashioned is a divisonal boozy gourmand that delivers on its name, but isn't for everyone. Some find the realistic whiskey note captivating; others recoil from smelling like a "wealthy alcoholic old lady" or a night out. Not a safe blind-buy for the faint of liver.
This flanker is a divisive one: some adore its rich, sweet, and comforting amber-plum profile, while others find it cloying, synthetic, or even off-putting. It's a statement scent with powerful sillage and longevity, so definitely try before you buy.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
With its photorealistic boozy opening and strong amber character, this is best reserved for evening events or intimate dates, rather than the office. The scent profile is too direct and heavy for casual or sporty wear, but works well for formal occasions in cool weather when you want to make a statement.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and longevity, Perfect Elixir isn't ideal for the office where subtlety is key. Its warm, sensuous accords and impressive sillage make it perfect for dates and evening events, while its unique sweetness can work for casual wear too, especially in cooler weather.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean amber, sweet, woody
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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