Old Fashioned by Kilian
Brand: Kilian
Concentration: EDP
What it smells like
A rich, boozy woody fragrance blending whiskey-soaked plum and golden wheat with smoky cedar, resinous balsams, and a warm vanilla-tonka finish.
Is Old Fashioned worth it?
How it smells: Opens with wheat, davana and bergamot, immortelle and cedar at the heart, then dries down to tolu balsam and styrax.
Scent Score: 78/100 (Great). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 82, reputation 90, versatility 79, layerability 61 and value 67, each out of 100.
Buyers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 186 Sephora reviews.
Scent Character
Woody · Woody Amber
EDP · Introduced 2024 · Unisex
Key accords: Wheat, Davana, Bergamot, Immortelle, Cedar, Whiskey
Top Notes
- Wheat
- Davana
- Bergamot
Heart Notes
- Immortelle
- Cedar
- Whiskey
- Orange Blossom
- Tuberose
Base Notes
- Tolu Balsam
- Styrax
Occasions: Evening, Date, Special Occasion, Casual
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Old Fashioned by Kilian belongs to the woody fragrance family. A rich, boozy woody fragrance blending whiskey-soaked plum and golden wheat with smoky cedar, resinous balsams, and a warm vanilla-tonka finish. Old Fashioned opens with Wheat, Davana, and Bergamot. The heart brings Immortelle, Cedar, Whiskey, Orange Blossom, and Tuberose. It dries down to Tolu Balsam and Styrax.
How to wear Old Fashioned
On skin, Old Fashioned by Kilian has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, special occasion, and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier. Apply Old Fashioned first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Le Male on top for oriental lift. Start with 1 spray Old Fashioned : 2 sprays Le Male and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Old Fashioned opens with Wheat, Davana, and Bergamot.
The heart brings Immortelle, Cedar, Whiskey, Orange Blossom, and Tuberose.
It dries down to Tolu Balsam and Styrax.
What to layer with Old Fashioned
Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, cedar, and orange blossom.
Order: Apply Old Fashioned first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Le Male on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Old Fashioned : 2 sprays Le Male
Delina by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and cedar.
Order: Apply Old Fashioned first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Delina on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Old Fashioned : 2 sprays Delina
Rose Saltifolia by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and cedar.
Order: Apply Old Fashioned first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Rose Saltifolia on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Old Fashioned : 2 sprays Rose Saltifolia
Lys Sølaberg by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot and cedar.
Order: Apply Old Fashioned first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Lys Sølaberg on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Old Fashioned : 2 sprays Lys Sølaberg
Dia Woman by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, cedar, and orange blossom.
Order: Apply Old Fashioned first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Dia Woman on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Old Fashioned : 2 sprays Dia Woman
Pairings to approach with care
Bubble Tea by d'Annam
Not Recommended · 30/99
Old Fashioned has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Bubble Tea brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Old Fashioned first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bubble Tea on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Old Fashioned : 2 sprays Bubble Tea
Pear Inc. by Juliette Has a Gun
Not Recommended · 30/99
Old Fashioned has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Pear Inc. brings a fresh contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Old Fashioned first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Pear Inc. on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Old Fashioned : 2 sprays Pear Inc.
Related fragrances and why
- Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier — Both include bergamot, cedar, and orange blossom.
- Delina by Parfums de Marly — Both include bergamot and cedar.
- Rose Saltifolia by Maison Crivelli — Both include bergamot and cedar.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Old Fashioned?
Old Fashioned opens with Wheat, Davana, and Bergamot. The heart brings Immortelle, Cedar, Whiskey, Orange Blossom, and Tuberose. It dries down to Tolu Balsam and Styrax.
How long does Old Fashioned last, and how strong is it?
Old Fashioned by Kilian has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Old Fashioned?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits evening, date, special occasion, and casual.
What layers well with Old Fashioned?
Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share bergamot, cedar, and orange blossom. Apply Old Fashioned first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Le Male on top for oriental lift. Start with 1 spray Old Fashioned : 2 sprays Le Male.
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