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In the City of Sin by Kilian — notes, seasons & similar scents | Fragr

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Kilian· 2012

In the City of Sin

6.7111Typically ~$250

Cardamom at first spray; patchouli is what stays on skin. A fall pick, strongest after dark.

FruityFloralSweetSpicyWoody

Perfumer: Calice Becker

Scent profile

Top notes

Cardamom Bergamot Pink pepper

Heart notes

Caramelized plum Apricot Rose

Base notes

Patchouli Cedar

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

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FallDayEveryday wear

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Spring

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Fall

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Night

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83%

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Date

99%

Club

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Formal

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Sport

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