Acquired

Kilian 2014 EDP

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Killing Me Slowly

by Calice Becker

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Kilian Killing Me Slowly is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014, created by Calice Becker. Killing Me Slowly opens with Buchu, Blackcurrant, Litchi, and Aldehydes, settles into a heart of Hawthorn, Rose, and Heliotrope, and dries down to a base of Iris and Vanilla. Kilian's Killing Me Slowly carries an Acquired verdict, a fruity-led wear.

A divisive aldehydic floral with a devoted fanbase who adore its sweet, powdery charm, but a significant minority can't get past a very unusual opening. For those who get it, it's addictive, classy, and commands compliments.
  • Romantic
  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Playful
  • Clean
Killing Me Slowly Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its elegant and sophisticated character makes it a strong contender for dates and formal events. While a touch too powdery and present for an everyday office scent, its moderate projection means it won't overwhelm, making it suitable for some casual wear.

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About

Opening with a modern aldehydic fizz, this fragrance quickly blooms into a vibrant, fruity heart of sweet litchi and tart blackcurrant, alongside an intriguing herbal note. The journey deepens into a romantic bouquet of powdery rose and heliotrope, warmed by a soft vanilla, settling on a sophisticated base of iris for a comforting, elegant finish. It balances fresh fruitiness with a classic, vintage-inspired undertone.