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Diptyque · Sold as unisex
Kyoto
The quiet intensity of an incense burner at dusk, where the last light filters through wooden shutters, casting shadows that dance across the floor.
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KyotoPremium · $100–250
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2021 by Diptyque, Kyoto was crafted by perfumer Alexandra Carlin. This fragrance opens with a bright rose that cuts through the air like a crisp autumn breeze before settling into an earthy and smoky base, reminiscent of incense wafting from hidden temples. The woody and balsamic notes add warmth, creating a composition that feels both rooted in tradition and modern.
Apply Kyoto lightly — the rose and earthy notes are distinct enough to linger close to skin. It's best for cooler evenings when the smoky base can envelop you in a comforting warmth without overpowering.
Fig. 01 — Kyoto, Diptyque
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Alexandra Carlin
Literature translated into scentAlexandra Carlin is a French perfumer at Symrise who discovered her passion for perfumery at eighteen and trained at ISIPCA in Versailles, graduating in 2002.
Designer Diptyque
More from the house · founded 1961 · France
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