The Perfume Library

16 perfumes

Sunday Brunch

Kierin NYC · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Kierin NYC Sunday Brunch is a fresh, citrusy unisex scent that pairs lemon petitgrain and Italian bergamot with Earl Grey tea. Citrus leads in the top notes, while the Earl Grey tea at the heart adds a green, lightly spicy edge to that freshness. The base of maté, violet and praliné settles onto a floral, woody ground and turns gently sweeter, with the gourmand side staying in the background. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters suggest summer and spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. Votes for feminine and masculine are nearly even, so it sits comfortably on either. Atkinsons 24 Old Bond Street and Dunhill Icon have a close profile.

ScentXone

9.0

Kierin NYC · 2022

Sweet · Gourmand · Spicy

Kierin NYC ScentXone is a sweet, gourmand and spicy unisex fragrance led by cognac, oak wood and patchouli. The notes read as one whole rather than in stages: the warmth of cognac settles onto a woody base of oak wood and patchouli, apple and wild honey add sweetness, and liquorice and nutmeg give it a spicy edge. It also has a creamy, oriental feel. Longevity is rated very strong and sillage strong, with most voters scoring both high. Its sweet, spicy build suits cooler weather and evenings. Lattafa Khamrah and Kilian Angels' Share (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Santal Sky

6.9

Kierin NYC · 2018

Green · Spicy · Woody

Kierin NYC Santal Sky is a green, spicy woody scent built around sandalwood and saffron, and it is unisex. Sandalwood forms the backbone, while saffron and cardamom add a dry, spicy edge. Orchid brings a creamy softness, and vetiver pushes the green, earthy side forward. A leathery tone runs through the accords, so the scent reads more woody and natural than sweet. Because it is unisex, it sits comfortably on either men or women. For readers who like woody, spicy scents, Zara Vibrant Leather & Sandalwood Elixir and Korres L'Eau de Parfum II have a close profile.

Nitro Noir

6.8

Kierin NYC · 2018

Citrus · Floral · Spicy

Kierin NYC Nitro Noir is a unisex scent where candied almond, patchouli and Italian bergamot lead, pairing sweetness with an earthy side. The citrus and spice come from bergamot and pink pepper, while candied almond and caramelized pink sugar lay a sweet layer over them. Patchouli and orris root pull the scent towards a woody, earthy and powdery character, with an animal accord adding depth and a floral touch alongside. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It sits comfortably on either men or women.

10 a.m. Flirt

7.6

Kierin NYC · 2018

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Kierin NYC 10 a.m. Flirt is a unisex scent built on sandalwood, cashmere wood and green fig, leaning fresh and green. The notes come as a single flowing whole rather than a top, heart and base. Green fig and gardenia give a fresh, citrusy floral feel, while sandalwood and cashmere wood wrap it in a soft, creamy woodiness and vetiver adds a dry, earthy edge. A slightly synthetic brightness runs through the accords. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, though only a small number of voters have rated them, so read those figures with caution. It suits anyone who likes a light, clean scent that sits easily on a man or a woman.

Pier NY

8.1

Kierin NYC · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Kierin NYC Pier NY is a fresh, citrusy and aquatic unisex scent, with a green, lightly sweet side that recalls the seashore. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though the number of ratings is small, so these figures are tentative. It reads comfortably on both men and women and doesn't lean towards one gender. Bergamot and eucalyptus give it a cool, airy lift. Kelp and salted fig bring out the aquatic side, while sage adds a green note. Mimosa and violet soften that coolness a little, and cumaru leaves a sweet, woody warmth underneath. Björk & Berries Mareld and Jul et Mad Aqua Sextius have a close profile.