Devious by Contradictions in ILK bottle
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Devious

4.3/5 · 90 votes Unisex 2020
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Character

Longevity3.2/5
Sillage2.6/5
Day65
Night89
Fall100
Winter76
Spring41
Summer22
Our take

Devious is not a safe blind buy. The opening hits hard with amaretto and bitter almond, and the combination can feel sharp and slightly medicinal before the fruit arrives. It demands patience during those first few minutes, and some wearers will simply dislike that initial bite.

Sour cherry and a boozy liquor note quickly soften the edges. Nutmeg adds a dry, dusty heat that keeps the fruit from becoming a candy replica. It smells like a bowl of dark cherries soaked in spirits, resting near a window while cold air fogs the glass.

Tonka bean and vanilla anchor the blend with a heavy, sugary warmth. Cardamom and sandalwood prevent the base from turning flat, lending a creamy, aromatic finish that lingers on the skin. The overall impression is indulgent and rich, suited to someone who enjoys gourmand scents with a spicy backbone.

This fragrance fits a night out in late autumn when the air is crisp and the streets are wet. It is for the person who wants to smell like dessert but still expects a little complexity behind the sugar.

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