Killing Me Slowly
fruity up front, then floral, settling into aldehydic.
About
Killing Me Slowly by By Kilian is a Floral Aldehyde fragrance for women. Killing Me Slowly was launched in 2014. The nose behind this fragrance is Calice Becker. Top notes are Black Currant, Litchi, Aldehydes and Buchu or Agathosma; middle notes are Rose, Heliotrope and Hawthorn; base notes are Iris…
Nose: Calice Becker
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More By Kilian picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Killing Me Slowly smell like?
fruity up front, then floral, settling into aldehydic. Dominant accords: fruity, floral, aldehydic.
What notes are in Killing Me Slowly?
Top: Black Currant, Litchi, Aldehydes, Buchu or Agathosma. Heart: Rose, Heliotrope, Hawthorn. Base: Iris, Vanilla.
How long does Killing Me Slowly last?
Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Killing Me Slowly loud?
Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.
What season is Killing Me Slowly best for?
Spring is the top pick (36%). Fall is second at 28%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Killing Me Slowly?
Day wear leads at 60%. Night is a secondary pick at 40%.
Is Killing Me Slowly for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 67% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Killing Me Slowly?
Composed by Calice Becker. Released in 2014.
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