Criminal of Love
warm spicy up front, then tobacco, settling into woody.
About
Criminal of Love by By Kilian is a Chypre Floral fragrance for women and men. Criminal of Love was launched in 2014. The nose behind this fragrance is Dorothée Piot. Top notes are Cardamom and Saffron; middle notes are Turkish Rose, Atlas Cedar and Papyrus; base notes are Tobacco, Patchouli,…
Nose: Dorothée Piot
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownHeart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
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Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More By Kilian picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Criminal of Love smell like?
warm spicy up front, then tobacco, settling into woody. Dominant accords: warm spicy, tobacco, woody.
What notes are in Criminal of Love?
Top: Cardamom, Saffron. Heart: Turkish Rose, Atlas Cedar, Papyrus. Base: Tobacco, Patchouli, Incense, Immortelle.
How long does Criminal of Love last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Criminal of Love loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Criminal of Love best for?
Fall is the top pick (43%). Winter is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Criminal of Love?
Night wear leads at 66%. Day is a secondary pick at 34%.
Is Criminal of Love for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 57% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Criminal of Love?
Composed by Dorothée Piot. Released in 2014.
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