WS-BK-2007

Cruel Intentions

2007unisex

woody up front, then oud, settling into powdery.

Cruel Intentions by By Kilian is a Oriental Woody fragrance for women and men. Cruel Intentions was launched in 2007. The nose behind this fragrance is Sidonie Lancesseur. Top notes are Rose, Violet, Bergamot and African Orange Flower; middle notes are Agarwood (Oud), Guaiac Wood and Papyrus; base notes are…

woody oud powdery rose

Nose: Sidonie Lancesseur

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Rose, Violet, Bergamot, African Orange Flower
Heart· 2–4h
Agarwood (Oud), Guaiac Wood, Papyrus
Drydown· 6h+
Vetiver, Sandalwood, Castoreum, Vanille, Styrax, Musk

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

39%

37%

26%

25%

22%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Fall40%Winter31%Spring18%Summer11%Night59%Day41%Wears unisex63%

Skin 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 office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best date night perfumes — Community votes lean evening wear.
Best perfumes for beginners — More By Kilian picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Cruel Intentions smell like?

woody up front, then oud, settling into powdery. Dominant accords: woody, oud, powdery.

What notes are in Cruel Intentions?

Top: Rose, Violet, Bergamot, African Orange Flower. Heart: Agarwood (Oud), Guaiac Wood, Papyrus. Base: Vetiver, Sandalwood, Castoreum, Vanille, Styrax, Musk.

How long does Cruel Intentions last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Cruel Intentions loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is Cruel Intentions best for?

Fall is the top pick (40%). Winter is second at 31%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Cruel Intentions?

Night wear leads at 59%. Day is a secondary pick at 41%.

Is Cruel Intentions for men or women?

Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 63% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Cruel Intentions?

Composed by Sidonie Lancesseur. Released in 2007.