Akro 2023 EDP

U ££ Acquired

East

by Olivier Cresp

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Akro East is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023, created by Olivier Cresp. East opens with Raspberry, settles into a heart of Leather and Oud, and dries down to a base of Ambroxan. Akro's East carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

Prepare for a polarizing experience. Akro East might be a familiar raspberry-oud beast, but for those who love it, it's a 'sex in a bottle' and a beast-mode compliment magnet. For others, it's an unoriginal, harsh knock-off.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Sensual
  • Luxurious
  • Edgy
  • Sweet
East Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Heartas listed
Baseas listed

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

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

Given its beast-mode projection and longevity, East is far too potent for an office setting. It's perfectly suited for dates and formal occasions where its sensual and luxurious character can shine. It's less ideal for casual wear due to its intensity.

About

Akro East takes a bold raspberry opening and plunges it into a deep, rich oud. As it settles, a smooth, smoky leather emerges, blended with the sweet, musky warmth of ambroxan. It's a heavy, resinous affair, with the fruity sweetness balancing the animalic depth, creating a potent and long-lasting scent trail.

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Where to buy

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