BEAUTY

How Kilian Paris Composed The Red Carpet's Most Iconic Scents

The perfumer’s star lineup is like a symphony of luxurious scents.

Written by Marissa Oliva

Kilian Paris

For a fragrance collection built on an obsession to make perfume visible, it only makes sense that Kilian Paris has a celebrity cult following: its fragrances demand not only to be smelled, but seen. For the famous, this duality is precisely what makes the fragrance house so beloved.

Take Love, Don't Be Shy — the first perfume Kilian Hennessy ever created and an iconic bestseller with a devoted celebrity following since 2007. Its claim to fame, and what makes it visible, is an exclusive marshmallow accord that envelops the wearer in a sweet gourmand haze, making the fragrance instantly recognizable.

With a collection of scents designed to be selected by mood, it's easy to see why they're red carpet mainstays: each is a statement made before the wearer even speaks. That same after-dark magnetism is why its the natural fragrance partner for W’s exclusive after-party in LA celebrating music’s biggest night, undoubtedly leaving an unforgettable trail long after midnight. Ahead, Kilian Paris' star lineup — the celebrity secrets to telegraphing confidence, allure, or mystery without saying a word.

Love Song of the Year

No Introduction Needed

The Solo Performance

The Opening Act

The Main Event

The Finale