Katy Perry 2013 EDP

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Killer Queen

by Laurent Le Guernec

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Katy Perry Killer Queen is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Laurent Le Guernec. Killer Queen opens with Red Fruits, Bergamot, and Plum, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Frangipani, and Celosia, and dries down to a base of Patchouli, Cashmeran, and Praline. Katy Perry's Killer Queen carries a Statement verdict, a fruity-led wear.

Killer Queen is a divisive celebrity frag - some find it a gorgeous, budget-friendly 'Flowerbomb' alternative, while others dismiss it as a generic, sickly sweet fruitchouli. Approach with caution, but it might just slay for you.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Sweet
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
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Killer Queen Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
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
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its sweet and sometimes intense nature, coupled with moderate to strong sillage, makes it less ideal for the office. However, the 'sexy' and 'sultry' vibe mentioned by reviewers, along with the woody-gourmand base, fits perfectly for dates and evening casual outings.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot

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

This scent opens with a bold, tart burst of red fruits and juicy plum, quickly moving into a rich, sweet heart with prominent praline and a hint of warm, abstract florals. The dry down introduces a soft, woody cashmeran alongside a sometimes-challenging patchouli, giving it a deeper, more mature edge than many celebrity offerings.

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