Kilian 2009 EDP

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Pure Oud

by Calice Becker

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Kilian Pure Oud is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2009, created by Calice Becker. Kilian's Pure Oud carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

Divisive and hardcore, Pure Oud is less 'pure' and more 'challenging'. Some love its unadulterated, raw intensity; others find it a chemical-laden nightmare. Not for the faint of heart, but undeniably unique.
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Pure Oud 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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its moderate sillage makes it wearable, but the intense, challenging oud profile skews it towards evening and cooler weather occasions. It's too bold for office or sport, but perfect for making a statement on a date or formal event.

About

Pure Oud opens with an intense, almost medicinal blast, driven by the dry, earthy tones of cypriol oil and a sharp, resinous oud accord. The papery dryness of guaiac wood then emerges, adding depth and a slightly smoky facet. A subtle sweetness from saffron attempts to soften the edges, but this fragrance remains a dark, oily, and fiercely woody experience, evolving into a complex interplay of balsamic and leathery nuances on the skin.

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