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Diptyque

Kyoto

Perfumer: Alexandra Carlin

2021UnisexModern

Votes lean feminine

7.6/ 10
Community score
172 ratings
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Diptyque Kyoto is a unisex scent that feels fresh and green, with an earthy, smoky depth underneath; it has been discontinued.

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How does it perform?

From 142 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity
7.5 /10

Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.

Sillage
6.8 /10

Leaves a light trail and stays polite in a crowd.

Bottle
8.5 /10

Talks even from the shelf.

Value for money
6.7 /10

The price makes you think, so a small size is a smart start.

Blind buy risk

Low risk

78% of votes are positive and opinions barely differ.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Top notesfirst 15 minutes

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

  1. Fresh
  2. Floral
  3. Green
  4. Fruity
  5. Spicy
  6. Woody
  7. Earthy
  8. Smoky

What does Kyoto smell like?

Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick spring and fall, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Voters read it as more feminine than masculine, though its unisex build suits anyone.

Beetroot and Turkish rose give a floral, fruity freshness, while vetiver sets it on a woody, earthy base. Frankincense leaves a spicy, smoky trace. As a whole it stays green and cool.

When to wear it?

Seasons and occasions, by user votes.

  • 34%
    Spring
  • 31%
    Autumn
  • 23%
    Summer
  • 13%
    Winter
  • Casual
    26%
  • Daytime
    22%
  • Office
    22%
  • Evening
    15%
  • Nighttime
    12%

Least picked for nights out.

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