Acquired

Kilian 2014 EDP

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Sacred Wood

by Calice Becker

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Kilian Sacred Wood is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014, created by Calice Becker. Sacred Wood settles into a heart of Caraway, Amyris, Amber, and Cedar, and dries down to a base of Milk, Myrrh, Incense, and Copaiba Balm. Kilian's Sacred Wood carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a proper mood-setter. It's a clean, pure sandalwood that divides opinion - some get pickles, some get perfection. But for those who get it, it's a creamy, sophisticated woodsy dream. Just forget the price for a minute, yeah?
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
  • Warm
  • Subtle
  • Luxurious
Sacred Wood 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 Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Despite its luxurious feel, Sacred Wood's often noted as a subtle skin scent with moderate projection, making it suitable for casual wear and the office. It's refined enough for dates and some formal events, but its understated nature might not make a big impression for very high-stakes occasions. The woody, lactonic accords lend themselves more to everyday elegance than energetic activities.

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About

Sacred Wood opens with an elegant, almost spiritual blend of caraway and amyris, quickly melting into a heart of smooth, creamy sandalwood kissed with a lactonic warmth. It's grounded by a deep, resonant base of Mysore sandalwood, cedar, and incense, softened by balsamic elemi and myrrh. The overall effect is a clean, dry woody scent, subtly spiced and utterly refined.