Kilian 2010 Edp

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Rose Oud

by Calice Becker

Kilian Rose Oud is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2010, created by Calice Becker. The fragrance opens with Rose, Saffron, and Cinnamon, and settles into a heart of Rose and Litchi.

Our verdict on Rose Oud: Acquired

Kilian's Rose Oud is a divisive take on the classic rose-oud combo. Some swoon over its jammy rose and light oud, while others find it too sweet, synthetic, or just plain boring. Performance is solid, but whether it's worth the niche price tag is a question it struggles to answer.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Elegant
  • Romantic
Rose Oud Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 3%
Floral 52%
Fruity 14%
Green 3%
Sweet 29%
Warm 20%
Woody 1%
Earthy 4%
Animalic 8%
Fresh 9%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Rose
100%
Oud
75%
Woody
63%
Warm Spicy
57%
Floral
51%

Notes

Top Notes

Rose 45% Saffron 32% Cinnamon 23%

Heart Notes

Rose 66% Litchi 34%

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

With its moderate projection and long-lasting scent, Rose Oud is well-suited for evenings and special occasions where you want to make an impression without overpowering. The rich rose and subtle oud accords make it too opulent for active wear or a full day in a shared office space, but fine for a casual evening out.

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About

Rose Oud opens with a sweet, jammy Bulgarian rose, immediately spiced by saffron and a hint of warm cinnamon. As it develops, a creamy litchi sweetness emerges, intertwining with the rose, which remains the star. The oud in the background is smooth, woody, and non-animalic, offering a delicate depth rather than a dominant roar. It’s a sophisticated and subtly metallic take on a familiar pairing, leaning more floral than aggressively woody.

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