Description
Woman in Gold – By Kilian
A Luxurious Oriental-Gourmand Portrait of Golden Opulence
Released by By Kilian, Woman in Gold is inspired by Gustav Klimt’s famous 1907 painting Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I. It’s a fragrant interpretation of that painting’s opulence: gilded light, lush textures, and an air of timeless glamour. This perfume blends citrus, florals, soft sweetness, and a creamy vanilla base to evoke an image of elegance draped in gold.
Fragrance Notes
Top Notes: Bergamot, Mandarin, Aldehydes
Bright, sparkling citrus opening with airy aldehydes for that vintage gilded sheen. Oil Perfumery+2Fragrantica+2
Heart Notes: Rose, Geranium, Marshmallow, Freesia
Soft, powdery florals with sweetness from marshmallow and a clean, sweet floral lift. Nose Paris+2Oil Perfumery+2
Base Notes: Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Musk, Akigalawood, Patchouli
Creamy, warm vanilla and tonka bean sit on a foundation of musky woods and slightly dry patchouli for balance. Oil Perfumery+2Fragrantica+2
Performance & Scent Profile
Opening: A luminous burst of citrus and aldehydes—very radiant and elegant. Some detect a crisp, soapy brightness initially. Fragrantica+1
Heart: The florals (rose, geranium, freesia) mix with a sweet marshmallow accord. The scent becomes softer, creamier, with a sweet-powdery touch. Nose Paris+2Fragrantica+2
Dry down: Vanilla and woods (Akigalawood, musk, tonka) dominate. The fragrance becomes gourmand yet refined, with a warm glow and decent longevity. Oil Perfumery+1
Community Impressions:
Users say it smells “elegant… vanilla, rose, with that hint of vintage polish.” Fragrantica+1
Some note a similarity to Tocade (Rochas) and Gentle Fluidity Gold (MFK), especially in the vanilla + rose + aldehyde combination. Fragrantica
Lasting power seems good—many report several hours before it becomes a close-to-skin scent. Fragrantica+1
When & Where to Wear
Seasons: Autumn, Winter, Cooler Springs — works best when the warmth and sweet notes can really shine.
Occasions: Evening wear, special events, elegant dinners, or whenever you want to feel glamorous and noticeable yet refined.
Why You’ll Love It
Captures glamour and sweetness without feeling overly juvenile—there’s maturity in its balance of creamy woods and florals.
Luxurious execution: vanilla is rich but balanced with florals and woods so it isn’t just “dessert-sweet.”
A signature scent-worthy piece: strong presence, good sillage, and a sense of luxury.
Ideal for someone who likes vintage-glam mixes (citrus + vanilla + rose + powder).
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