Water Calligraphy
“Water Calligraphy by By Kilian is a Floral Aquatic fragrance for women and men”
The Quick Read
Respected, if divisive — a floral, citrus composition with a aquatic undertone. Voted best for spring and summer wear — and genuinely unisex.
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Water Calligraphy by By Kilian was launched in 2012 and crafted by perfumer Calice Becker. This floral aquatic fragrance opens with a burst of grapefruit and water lily, creating an immediate freshness that feels both crisp and luminous. The heart of magnolia and jasmine adds depth without heaviness, while vetiver and cardamom ground the composition with earthy warmth. It is a scent caught between the clarity of water and the richness of florals — perfect for those who appreciate a balance of lightness and substance.
Composition & Character
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How It Wears
Application Tips
Water Calligraphy opens with a bright burst that fades within the first hour, so don’t hesitate to apply it liberally in the morning. The base notes of vetiver and cardamom will linger throughout the day, making this fragrance ideal for daytime wear.
Calice Becker
Founding perfumer · 103 fragrances · French
Calice Asancheyev-Becker is a French master perfumer and director of Givaudan Perfumery School. As of 2018 she was president of the International Society of Perfume Creators.
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The story behind the bottle.
The hiss of an espresso machine two seconds before the cup arrives, where the aromatic tension between fresh citrus and warm florals is at its peak.
Fig. 01 — Water Calligraphy, By Kilian
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