L’Extase Eau de Parfum vs Playing with the Devil by Kilian Perfume Oil

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L’Extase Eau de Parfum bottle L’Extase EDP
EDP Concentration Oil
F Gender U
2015 Year 2013
££ Price Tier ££££
Playing with the Devil by Kilian Perfume Oil bottle Playing with the Devil by Kilian Oil

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - L’Extase EDP
This one is definitely a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with many finding the opening sharp or 'old lady-ish', but for those who stick with it, L'Extase evolves into a sophisticated, sexy, jammy rose that's perfect for making a statement.
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Our Verdict - Playing with the Devil by Kilian Oil
A mischievous blend of fruity and spicy notes makes this fragrance stand out, offering a rich and alluring experience.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
L’Extase EDP
Playing with the Devil by Kilian Oil

Notes

Shared Notes
Pink Pepper 36% vs 28%
Peach 31% vs 33%
Only in L’Extase
Pear 31%
Only in Playing with the Devil by Kilian
Blackcurrant 38%
Shared Notes
Rose 42% vs 30%
Jasmine 22% vs 30%
Only in L’Extase
Raspberry 35%
Only in Playing with the Devil by Kilian
Litchi 38%
Shared Notes
Vanilla 13% vs 26%
Patchouli 12% vs 21%
Cedar 10% vs 21%
Only in Playing with the Devil by Kilian
Tonka Bean 30%

Accords

L’Extase Playing with the Devil by Kilian
100%
Sweet
70%
91%
Fruity
90%
90%
Rose
87%
Amber
54%
Warm Spicy
80%
77%
Caramel
62%
Vanilla
50%
Woody
60%
56%
Musky
55%
Powdery
Sweet shared
100%
70%
Fruity shared
91%
90%
90%
87%
Warm Spicy shared
54%
80%
77%
Vanilla shared
62%
50%
60%
56%
55%

Performance

L’Extase Playing with the Devil by Kilian
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

L’Extase

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its strong projection and enduring longevity, combined with its sweet and heavy nature, make it less suitable for the office. However, these same characteristics elevate it for dates and formal events, particularly in colder weather, where its warmth and depth can truly shine.

Playing with the Devil by Kilian

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

The fragrance has fruity and warm spicy notes that are perfect for warmer weather and transitions in spring and fall.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate projection and unique spicy-fruity nature make it well-suited for dates and casual outings, while subtle enough for office settings.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
90%
Key Similarities

Both lean sweet, fruity, vanilla

Key Differences

Adds blackcurrant and litchi, drops amber and benzoin

Where to buy

L’Extase EDP
Playing with the Devil by Kilian Oil
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