Poison
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | U |
| 1985 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Khawla
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A legendary statement scent, Poison is unapologetically bold, mysterious, and complex. Its intoxicating blend of plum, tuberose, incense, and amber is unforgettable and not for the faint of heart.
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it beast. Some find it beautiful, others a 'skanky blast'. Definitely not a blind buy, but if the dry down works for you, it's a classy, long-lasting gem.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 20% | 22% |
| Fruity | 11% | 9% |
| Green | 4% | 1% |
| Sweet | 32% | 28% |
| Warm | 21% | 22% |
| Woody | 17% | 29% |
| Earthy | 6% | 6% |
| Animalic | 7% | 7% |
| Fresh | 6% | 2% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The rich, opulent character and heavy sillage of Poison make it ideal for cold weather. Its deep fruits, spicy florals, and ambery warmth are overwhelming in heat but luxurious in fall and winter.
Occasions
Poison is far too bold and intense for office or sporty situations, but it shines in formal evening settings or dramatic social occasions where its iconic presence is welcome.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its strong opening and significant longevity, Khawla isn't ideal for office wear. However, its bold and sensual character makes it a good fit for dates and formal events, though perhaps a bit much for casual daytime use.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Woody, Fruity accords and Rose, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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