Kriska
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1995 | Year | 2013 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Warda
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.
This loud-and-proud floral powerhouse is a prime example of 'less is more'. Apply a single drop and let its sophisticated bouquet unfurl, but overdo it and you risk a cloying, dizzying experience. A truly divisive scent, but a brilliant bargain if you get it right.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 3% | 5% |
| Floral | 32% | 30% |
| Fruity | 15% | 14% |
| Green | 10% | 7% |
| Sweet | 30% | 33% |
| Warm | 9% | 15% |
| Woody | 10% | 7% |
| Earthy | 7% | 2% |
| Animalic | 6% | 8% |
| Fresh | 10% | 10% |
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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
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and floral intensity, Warda is best suited for occasions where it can truly shine, like a sensual date or a formal event. It can work for the office if applied with extreme caution, as over-application rapidly overwhelms.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share White Floral, Floral, Fruity accords and Peach, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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