Kilian 2011 EDT

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Amber Oud

by Calice Becker

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Kilian Amber Oud is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2011, created by Calice Becker. Amber Oud settles into a heart of Amber, Cedar, Bay Leaf, and Vanilla. Kilian's Amber Oud carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

Don't let the name fool you - Kilian's Amber Oud has precious little oud, if any. Instead, it's a buttery, ambery vanilla with a surprisingly delicate profile. While it's a love for many, the price-to-performance ratio is a common grievance.
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Amber Oud Eau de Toilette 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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its soft projection and warm amber nature make it suitable for close-contact occasions like dates or sophisticated events. While it won't offend in an office, its warmth might be better reserved for more intimate settings rather than daily wear, as it's not a scent for active situations.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Amber Oud opens with a rich, inviting warmth, where a dominant amber accord immediately takes centre stage, wrapped in the creamy sweetness of vanilla. Aromatic bay leaf cuts through the initial richness, adding a subtle green and fresh spicy edge, preventing it from becoming overly gourmand. As it dries, the powdery embrace of benzoin and supporting cedar notes emerge, creating a soft, almost cashmere-like finish that lingers on the skin.

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