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iPiccirilli Kraken
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
The Character and History of the Fragrance
iPiccirilli Kraken is a unisex fragrance by the Italian brand iPiccirilli, released in 2026.
This extrait de parfum was created for those who appreciate expressive compositions with a marine character, unusual mineral nuances and a noticeable presence on the skin.
The fragrance was created by perfumer Miguel Matos.
In Kraken, he combines the freshness of water and citrus with sharper, more textured nuances of leather, metal, salt and gunpowder. As a result, the composition does not smell like a light aquatic fragrance, but rather like an intense story about the dark power of the sea.
The Fragrance Pyramid and Development
iPiccirilli Kraken opens with a cool aquatic accord, bitter, astringent orange, juicy guava and juniper.
The opening is fresh, fruity and slightly prickly at the same time: citrus bitterness and coniferous dryness keep the aquatic note from becoming too transparent.
In the heart, geranium and gunpowder join the marine accord.
The floral nuance does not soften the composition in the conventional sense; instead, it adds contrast and definition, while the gunpowder note intensifies the feeling of tension and raw energy.
The base reveals the denser, darker side of the fragrance.
A leather accord, metallic notes, salt and seaweed create an expressive mineral-marine trail, while vanilla adds a warm gourmand nuance and gives the finish greater depth.
Wearability and Sillage
Kraken is presented as a fragrance for women and men.
Its olfactory profile combines citrus, marine and woody families, along with aquatic, mineral, leathery, green, fruity, floral and gourmand nuances.
This combination will appeal to those looking not for universal freshness, but for a distinctive fragrance with a strong sense of individuality.
The fragrance is described as having very strong sillage, so it should be applied with care.
The exact recommended number of sprays on skin and clothing is not specified in the available information; it is sensible to start with a minimal application and see how the extrait develops on your own skin.
Because of its intensity and contrasting character, Kraken is particularly suitable for cool weather, evenings and situations where the fragrance can unfold gradually.
On warm skin, the marine, salty and metallic nuances may smell more intense, while the vanilla and leather can become more prominent as the composition develops.
What to Compare iPiccirilli Kraken With
For further exploration of unusual and expressive fragrances, consider The Spirit of Dubai Bahar, Zoologist Perfumes Tyrannosaurus Rex and Versace Eros Eau de Parfum.
They approach intensity and memorable character in different ways, so comparing them can help you understand your own preferences more precisely.
Separate information about the iPiccirilli Kraken collection, other concentrations, the official website and the exact application method is not available.
Even so, the combination of an extrait concentration, very strong sillage and an unusual marine theme already gives this release a distinctive identity in contemporary Italian perfumery.
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