Kriska
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1995 | Year | 2005 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Josephine
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A divisive yet iconic 'love-it-or-hate-it' classic from Brazilian perfumery. The original formulation was a powerhouse, now Kriska offers a more wearable version of its fruity, powdery floral charm, though some miss the vintage strength.
Josephine is a divisive floral that evokes a strong sense of a bygone era. For some, it's a timeless, elegant classic; for others, a 'granny perfume' that's too sour, dusty, or medicinal. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, so definitely try before you buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 3% | 3% |
| Floral | 32% | 34% |
| Fruity | 15% | 8% |
| Green | 10% | 14% |
| Sweet | 30% | 25% |
| Warm | 9% | 9% |
| Woody | 10% | 13% |
| Earthy | 7% | 6% |
| Animalic | 6% | 8% |
| Fresh | 10% | 12% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and spring.
Occasions
While the original was a beast, the modern Kriska maintains good projection suitable for evenings and dates, but its sweetness and floral power could be overwhelming in an office setting. The fruity-vanilla profile makes it suitable for relaxed socialising but less so for formal or active situations.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
The long-lasting and potentially strong sillage, coupled with its elegant and classic floral profile, makes Josephine well-suited for formal and special date occasions. Its vintage character and occasional polarizing 'sour' notes mean it might not be the safest choice for a regular office scent, and it's definitely too heavy for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Woody, Green accords and Rose, Peach notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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