Lemon ZestOpens with
Whipped CreamHeart
Bourbon VanillaDries down to
Olivier CrespThe nose · 273 fragrances · also made Gentleman Eau de Parfum Reserve Privee (2022)Portrait →Will you like it? Mark a few fragrances you own or love and we'll tell you.
Akro · Sold as unisex
Bake
The moment you take the first bite of freshly baked cookies, still warm from the oven, surrounded by the cozy aroma of a home kitchen.
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BakeMid-range · $40–100
37%Similar accords, often for lessTobacco Collection Rich Warm Addictive 2021 · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares rum and bourbon vanilla8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2023 by Akro, Bake is a fragrance that seamlessly blends sweet indulgence with an unexpected freshness. Master Perfumer Olivier Cresp created this Oriental Vanilla scent for both women and men, bringing together the warm richness of praline and bourbon vanilla with a zesty lemon zest and rum. The result is a composition that oscillates between comforting sweetness and invigorating brightness, making it a perfect embodiment of Akro’s values of rebellion and provocation, wrapped in a Parisian aesthetic.
Bake has moderate longevity and sillage, so applying it in layers will ensure that its warmth lingers throughout the day. The lemon zest note is bright but fleeting, while the vanilla base takes an hour to fully bloom. Opt for two light sprays initially and reapply as needed to maintain its comforting presence.
Fig. 01 — Bake, Akro
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Olivier Cresp
The fragrance architectOlivier Cresp is a master perfumer at Firmenich and one of the most accomplished creators in the modern fragrance industry.
“I consider my style a minimalist one, because I am used to expressing figurative ideas through short formulas.”
Olivier Cresp · fragroom, August 2018
Designer Akro
More from the house · founded 2018 · France
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Victoria's Secret · 2011Victoria's Secret Pink Soft & DreamyShares Whipped creamunder $40★ 4.31 (231)46%Match
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What people
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Well loved by wearers: loved by 44%, disliked or hated by 8%.