Kilian 2018 EDP

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Dark Lord

by Alberto Morillas

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Kilian Dark Lord is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Alberto Morillas. Dark Lord opens with Bergamot, Pepper, Sichuan Pepper, and Clove, settles into a heart of Davana, Birch, Jasmine, and Rum, and dries down to a base of Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha, Leather, Amber, and Cedar. Kilian's Dark Lord carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a divisive beast, a love-it-or-hate-it affair that promises intensity. With its beast-mode projection and longevity, By Kilian's Dark Lord is definitely not for the faint of heart, or for someone who wants to blend in. It's an acquired taste, but once acquired, it's addictive.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Edgy
  • Confident
  • Mysterious
  • Sophisticated
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Dark Lord 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
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
Also Works:
Formal

Given its strong projection and dark, commanding profile, Dark Lord is too intense for office or casual wear. It suits evening dates and formal events where its luxurious and bold character can shine without overpowering; however, some users noted its divisive nature may mean it won't please everyone, even in such settings.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Dark Lord opens with a sharp, peppery kick, quickly followed by the rich, commanding aroma of leather. As it settles, a boozy rum note emerges, intertwined with a mysterious floral hint of jasmine, adding a touch of smooth complexity. The drydown reveals an earthy, woody base of vetiver and patchouli, grounded by oakmoss, creating a deep, lingering trail that evokes a shadowy, intriguing presence, like an ancient, dark forest after a storm.

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