Akro 2018 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Smoke

by Olivier Cresp

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Akro Smoke is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Olivier Cresp. Smoke opens with Tobacco, settles into a heart of Cade and Smoke, and dries down to a base of Tonka Bean and Benzoin. Akro's Smoke carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

Akro Smoke is as divisive as it gets: some find it a photorealistic ash-tray or BBQ nightmare, others hail it as a sexy, authentic smoke and tobacco masterpiece. It doesn't play subtle; you'll either love its intense, challenging opening and sweet-tobacco drydown or run a mile.
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  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Edgy
  • Warm
  • Cozy
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Smoke Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Tobacco100%
Heartas listed
Cade50%
Smoke50%
Baseas listed
Benzoin50%
Tonka Bean50%

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
Moderate
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 autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong sillage and polarising, realistic smoke accord, this isn't one for the office or formal events. However, its distinctive and often complimented scent makes it a confident choice for dates and specific casual outings, particularly in cooler weather.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Bold and unapologetically smoky from the off, Akro Smoke hits you with a strong, almost tar-like note from the cade, akin to burning wood. This intense opening gradually mellows into a rich, sweet tobacco and amber heart, underscored by creamy tonka bean and a persistent smoky embrace. It's a journey from raw bonfire to a sweeter, more refined and balsamic warmth.

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