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Night Iris
by KKW Fragrance
Night Iris by KKW Fragrance presents a dark, mysterious, and sensual scent with a powdery iris core enhanced by wild berries, a subtle tobacco leaf note, and a soft, resinous benzoin base. The opening features crisp bergamot, peppery black pepper, and a hint of fruity sweetness that evolves into a warm, smoky, leathery drydown. The fragrance is unisex in character yet leans toward the feminine side in wearability, with a cool and abstract elegance that feels more intentional than overtly floral. Its sillage is moderate to intimate, and while longevity is only moderate—lasting around 5–6 hours on skin—it excels in performance on clothing. The scent has a refined quality that avoids being sweet or cloying, rather leaning into a subtle, powdery sweetness reminiscent of a sculpted Barbie doll moment, deepened by incense-like benzoin and a faint trace of patchouli and sandalwood.
Pros
- +a uniquely abstract and dark floral-warmth composition
- +provides a rich, cohesive, and integrated olfactory experience
- +still performs well on skin and fabric despite moderate longevity
Cons
- −longevity is only moderate, not exceptionally robust
- −projection is weak and intimate, not noticeable from a distance
- −the overall scent can feel too sweet and powdery for some, especially those preferring a more austere or natural profile