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Diptyque 2021 EDT

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Kyoto

by Alexandra Carlin

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Diptyque Kyoto is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2021, created by Alexandra Carlin. Kyoto settles into a heart of Vetiver, Rose, Incense, and Beetroot. Diptyque's Kyoto carries a Statement verdict, a rose-led wear.

Kyoto is a proper oddball: a divisive, earthy rose that some find artful and unique, while others smell pickled vegetables or borscht. Definitely not a blind buy unless you're a fan of the wonderfully weird.
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  • Edgy
  • Mysterious
  • Masculine
  • Gourmand
  • Fresh
Kyoto Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Rose
100%
Earthy
89%
Woody
81%
Aromatic
76%
Amber
74%
Smoky
69%

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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:
Spring Summer Fall

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate projection and unique character make it intriguing for casual wear and dates. However, the strong, sometimes divisive beetroot note means it's less suited for formal events or the office, where subtlety and broad appeal are often preferred.

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About

Kyoto opens with a surprising, almost spicy vegetal tang from the beetroot, grounding itself with a prominent, slightly dirty rose. As it settles, the earthy and woody accords emerge, intertwined with subtle hints of aromatic incense and a whisper of vetiver. It's a complex, natural scent that conjures images of a rain-soaked garden rather than a pristine floral bouquet, with an undertone of subtle smokiness.

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