Ki-Oku Once Upon a Time Extrait

Description

Once Upon a Time is a bright citrus floral with a soft wooden spine. It comes from KI-OKU, an independent house based in Los Angeles, California, and was composed by Oliwia do Nascimento. Grapefruit zest and sweet orange open it with a touch of vanilla, a garden heart follows with peony, sweet pea, magnolia, rose petals, elderflower and linden blossom, and the base settles on sandalwood, cedarwood, amber and a light trace of oud. The house writes it for the ones who still believe in the next chapter; on skin it is cheerful, floral and easy.

Fragrance Pyramid

• Top: Grapefruit, Sweet Orange, Vanilla
• Heart: Peony, Sweet Pea, Magnolia, Rose Petals, Elderflower, Linden Blossom
• Base: Sandalwood, Cedarwood, Amber, Oud

The oud is a light accent in the base, not the theme of the fragrance.

Performance

Longevity: Rated 3 of 5 by the house, so expect a moderate wear time.
Sillage: Rated 5 of 5 by the house.

An honest note: KI-OKU is a young house and independent reviews are still scarce, so these ratings are the house's own. Bright citrus openings fade fastest; the floral heart and woods are what stay.

Best Occasions & Season

Best in Spring and Fall, for everyday wear, relaxed days and the office. Unisex, with a floral lean. Skip it if you want something dark or smoky.

Concentration & Provenance

Concentration: Extrait de Parfum
Perfumer: Oliwia do Nascimento
House: KI-OKU, Los Angeles, California

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FAQ

Does Once Upon a Time contain oud?
Yes, a small amount in the base with sandalwood and cedar. It adds depth rather than smoke.

Is it men's or women's?
Unisex, with a bright floral character.

What concentration is it?
Extrait de parfum. KI-OKU makes its whole line at 30% fragrance concentration, and the formulas are vegan and free of phthalates and parabens, according to the house.

When should I wear it?
Daytime in spring and fall is where it shines, including the office.