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Akro 2018 EDP

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Dark

by Olivier Cresp

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Akro Dark is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Olivier Cresp. Dark opens with Dark Chocolate and Cacao Pod, settles into a heart of Cinnamon and Hazelnut, and dries down to a base of Vanilla. Akro's Dark carries a Favourite verdict, a warm spicy-led wear.

Divisive yet adored, Akro Dark is for those who crave a truly realistic, unapologetically bitter dark chocolate experience. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, but for its fans, it's a masterpiece that redefines gourmand.
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
  • Edgy
  • Warm
Dark Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

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Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its bold, rich, and often smoky profile makes it more suitable for cooler evenings, date nights, and formal events rather than a typical office environment or casual daytime wear. Despite varying reports on longevity and sillage, its intense character warrants moderate application in professional settings.

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Akro Dark plunges straight into a deep, intense world of pure cacao powder and rich dark chocolate. This isn't a sweet treat; it's a bitter, unsweetened experience, balanced by the earthy nuttiness of hazelnut and a subtle hint of cinnamon spice. A creamy vanilla undertone rounds out the edgy cacao, leading to a mysteriously smoky, woody dry down where phantom notes of patchouli and leather often appear.