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Score
83/100

Kerosene

Unknown Pleasures

2013John Pegg

“Lemon, Earl Grey and caramel on a rainy afternoon — a lemon-cake daydream with an edge.”

Unknown Pleasures
citrus
vanilla
sweet

The take

What works

  • ●Delicious lemon, caramel and vanilla gourmand
  • ●Warm and comforting on cold, rainy days
  • ●Truly unisex

Trade-offs

  • ●The lemon opening is sharp
  • ●Very literal dessert realism

Notes

Top

Performance

Longevity
6–8 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

Fit

Best in fall and winter, during the day. Spring works too. Unisex.

When

  • Spring, 79%, works
  • Summer, 44%
  • Fall, 100%, best
  • Winter, 89%, best
  • Day, 98%, best
  • Night, 53%

Occasions

EverydayOfficeDate nightActive

Gender

Unisex

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Unknown Pleasures last?

6–8 hours on most skin (good longevity) with noticeable sillage.

When should you wear Unknown Pleasures?

Unknown Pleasures is best in fall and winter, during the day. Spring works too. It suits almost any occasion.

Is Unknown Pleasures worth it?

At this price, yes for this tier. Delicious lemon, caramel and vanilla gourmand. Warm and comforting on cold, rainy days.