Musk Butterfly

Name: Musk Butterfly by Kilian
Brand: Kilian

2021 · For women · Other

Musk Butterfly by Kilian was launched in 2021, an other fragrance for women, composed by Mathieu Nar. Its accord profile is led by aldehydic, fresh and rose. Key notes: Violet and Violet Leaf.

At a glance

Dominant accords	aldehydic, fresh, rose
Key notes	Violet, Violet Leaf
Community rating	3.45/5 from 223 votes

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Accord profile

aldehydic14%fresh12%rose12%floral11%musky9%powdery9%aromatic9%violet9%fresh spicy9%ozonic8%

Note pyramid

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About this fragrance

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Musk Butterfly by Kilian, launched in 2021 and composed by Mathieu Nar, is a floral aldehyde that opens with a burst of aldehydes and Damask rose. The heart reveals violet and violet leaf, adding a green, powdery facet. The base of ambrette (musk mallow), sandalwood, and agarwood (oud) provides a musky, woody foundation. The fragrance is dominated by aldehydic, fresh, rose, floral, musky, and powdery accords, making it a classic yet modern composition. It suits collectors who appreciate vintage-inspired structures with a contemporary twist, particularly those who enjoy rose-centered scents with a musky, powdery finish. Ideal for daytime wear or formal occasions, Musk Butterfly is a refined choice for women seeking a sophisticated floral aldehyde.

中文簡介

Kilian 的 Musk Butterfly 於 2021 年推出，由調香師 Mathieu Nar 創作，屬花香醛香家族。前調以醛香與大馬士革玫瑰揭開序幕，中調是紫羅蘭與紫羅蘭葉，帶來綠意與粉感。基調結合黃葵籽（麝香錦葵）、檀香與沉香，營造麝香木質底蘊。整體以醛香、清新、玫瑰、花香、麝香與粉感為主，結構經典而現代。適合欣賞復古風格卻追求當代詮釋的收藏家，尤其喜愛玫瑰主調與麝香粉感的人。日常或正式場合皆宜，是女性展現優雅氣質的選擇。

Reference data

House	Kilian
Name	Musk Butterfly
Launched	2021
Marketed as	For women
Dominant family	Other
Perfumer	Mathieu Nar
Notes recorded	7
Accords	10

Quick answers

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What are the notes in Musk Butterfly?

Musk Butterfly by Kilian: top notes are Aldehydes and Damask Rose; heart notes are Violet and Violet Leaf; base notes are Ambrette (Musk Mallow), Sandalwood and Agarwood (Oud).

What accords does Musk Butterfly have?

The dominant accords recorded for Musk Butterfly are aldehydic (100.0%); fresh (87.0%); rose (85.3%); floral (79.9%); musky (66.5%).

Who created Musk Butterfly?

Musk Butterfly by Kilian was composed by Mathieu Nar.

When was Musk Butterfly launched?

Musk Butterfly by Kilian was first released in 2021.

What does Musk Butterfly smell like?

Musk Butterfly is recorded as a other fragrance, centred on Violet and Violet Leaf.

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