Kingmaker comes from World of Chris Collins, the New York house, which subtitles it Master of Oud. It opens sharp and aromatic, Italian bergamot with cardamom and pimento berry. The heart is floral and resinous, lavender and rose petals set against gurjun balsam. It settles on patchouli, sandalwood and oud.
Top Italian bergamot, cardamom, pimento berry
Heart Lavender, rose petals, gurjun balsam
Base Patchouli, sandalwood, oud
What are the notes in Chris Collins Kingmaker? Italian bergamot, cardamom and pimento berry at the top, lavender, rose petals and gurjun balsam in the heart, and patchouli, sandalwood and oud in the base.
What does Kingmaker smell like? Citrus and spice to open, then a floral, resinous heart, settling into woods and oud. Warm and resinous rather than sweet.
Is it masculine or feminine? Unisex.
When should I wear it? Cooler weather and evenings.
Where can I buy it? Here, or in person at our counter in West Hartford, Connecticut. If you have not tried it, start with the 1.5mL sample before a full bottle of the perfume.
More from Chris Collins: Lost in Paradise, Villain and African Rooibos Intens.