Ki-Oku Soft Launch Extrait

Description

Soft Launch is milky coffee and warm sugar, the smell of a slow morning. Released in 2025 by KI-OKU, an independent house based in Los Angeles, California, it was composed by Oliwia do Nascimento. Sweet milk, golden sugar and a flicker of citrus amber open it, coffee cream and roasted nuts fill the heart with a soft floral touch, and vanilla, tonka, maple syrup, amber and skin musk carry the drydown. It is a comfort gourmand: sweet and creamy, more latte than espresso.

Fragrance Pyramid

• Top: Sweet Milk, Golden Sugar, Citrus, Amber
• Heart: Coffee Cream, Roasted Nuts, Floral Notes
• Base: Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Maple Syrup, Amber, Skin Musk

Performance

Longevity: Rated 5 of 5 by the house, the top of its scale.
Sillage: Rated 3 of 5 by the house: noticeable, not loud.

An honest note: KI-OKU is a young house and independent reviews are still scarce, so these ratings are the house's own. Sweet, musky bases like this one tend to last well on fabric.

Best Occasions & Season

Made for Fall and Winter, for relaxed days and quiet evenings. Unisex. Skip it if you prefer fresh or green fragrances.

Concentration & Provenance

Concentration: Extrait de Parfum
Perfumer: Oliwia do Nascimento
House: KI-OKU, Los Angeles, California
Launched: 2025

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FAQ

What does Soft Launch smell like?
Sweet milk and coffee cream with roasted nuts, settling into vanilla, tonka and maple.

Is it men's or women's?
Unisex. It is a cosy gourmand that suits anyone who likes sweet, creamy scents.

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.

Is it very sweet?
Yes, it is a gourmand, though the coffee and musk keep it soft rather than sugary.