Kirkè
“Kirkè by Tiziana Terenzi is a Chypre Fruity fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
A polarising scent — a fruity, sweet composition with a musky undertone. Voted best for year-round wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Kirkè by Tiziana Terenzi, launched in 2015 and crafted by Paolo Terenzi, is a Chypre Fruity fragrance that divides enthusiasts sharply. The scent opens with passionfruit, peach, pear, raspberry, and cassis — bright and tropical fruit notes that give way to the heart of lily-of-the-valley and heliotrope, adding an unexpected floral sweetness. The base layers in musk, sandalwood, vanilla, and patchouli for a powdery, woody warmth that can be both enchanting and overwhelming depending on one's palate. Known as 'heaven in a bottle' by some, others find it cloying, but its high price ($650 for extrait de parfum) has sparked a vibrant market of budget dupes and TikTok comparisons.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
How It Wears
Application Tips
Due to its strong opening and long-lasting base, one or two sprays are sufficient. The fruity top notes dissipate quickly, so it’s best applied just before you need it to be at its fullest. It reads better close to skin than from a distance, making it ideal for intimate settings rather than large gatherings.
Paolo Terenzi
Founding perfumer · 121 fragrances
Designer Tiziana Terenzi
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Edited by Scentsation Editorial
The story behind the bottle.
A tropical garden at dusk, where the sun's heat lingers in every ripe fruit, but the floral notes begin to take over.
Fig. 01 — Kirkè, Tiziana Terenzi
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