A Kiss from a Rose

A Kiss from a Rose by By Kilian delivers a uniquely green, stem-focused rose experience that veers away from traditional floral sweetness. The fragrance opens with crisp black currant and sharp green notes, immediately establishing a clean, lively profile. The rose is not presented as a sweet or opulent bloom, but rather as a dewy, leafy, thorny stem with a musky, almost ozonic drydown that lingers pleasantly throughout the day. The impression is of a musky green rose with a sense of quiet sophistication, leaning unisex but with a feminine opening. Many note its elegance and unexpected longevity despite moderate sillage. The cypriol oil adds a distinctive medicinal undertone that some find alluring, others unsettling — a key factor in its polarizing nature. Overall, it’s a refreshing, intellectual take on rose that suits those seeking something different from standard floral perfumes.