Kierin NYC ScentXme Review (Clément Marx) 2023 + Champagne Wishes Giveaway 

ScentXme Kierin NYC

Kierin NYC ScentXme bottle,  photo by Rachel

 “New York City goes beyond words. It’s a feeling, a state of mind. It’s an extraordinary sense of belonging and inspiration.”   – Louise Bay

Mona Maine de Biran of Kierin NYC

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I first got to know the perfume house Kierin NYC as an avid reader of ÇaFleureBon, through a piece written by the brand’s President, Mona Maine de Biran in our ÇaFleureBon Profiles in American Perfumery Series. I followed with keen interest as my fellow ÇaFleureBon fragrance writers and experts explored the house and returned glowing reviews Kierin NYC fragrances speak to a core dream of mine: to spend time in New York City with our beloved editor Michelyn Camen and truly experience the unique life that The Big Apple has to offer. I have lived in Chicago, Beijing, and Paris, but New York City has an energy and charm all its own. Kierin NYC fragrances capture the vibrancy and variety of the big city.

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Champagne wishes come to mind when I think of the art and luxury available in New York City and Kierin NYC and ScentXme delivers. Inspired by Times Square’s iconic New Year’s Eve celebration and its euphoric symphony of bodies, beats and bottles, this scent opens with a burst of celebration. A champagne accord that is light, effervescent, and reminiscent of the greatest blanc de blancs, uplifting with savory mineral complexity and understated cinnamic, baking spice tones. Such a wonderfully elegant and fresh opening speaks to the finesse of New York style: classically refined with lively textures.

Clement Marx Perfumer for Robertet

Clément Marx via wikiparfum

With time, ScentXme glides to its fuller bodied heart, warming to a passion fruit accord with clear, lingering citrus. The fragrance shows a deft hand at balancing the roundness and sweetness of the passion fruit with the angular acidity of the grapefruit. Passion fruit has a depth to its flavor that the grapefruit seems to outline and lift for us, almost excavating the complex layers of stoneflower floralcy, pomegranate and strawberry redness, and pineapple tartness. The pithy texture and grip are lovely. This is a complex fragrance for a complex and layered city energy.

The dry down of Kierin NYC ScentXme reaches its full richness, with a rum accord pulling on the ample range of vanillic, apricot, raisin, nutmeg, and caramel aspects of the liqueur. A soft wood in the base steadies the composition. I would not describe the dry down as overly sweet, but rather a rich and full atmosphere to accompany an action-packed night out. ScentXme is a sparkling glass of champagne with a rich accompaniment of fruit and wood-toned floralcy for a night out in the big city.

Notes: champagne, cinnamon, passion fruit, grapefruit, palm wood, rum

Disclaimer: Bottle of ScentXme kindly provided by Kierin NYC. My opinions, as always, are my own.

~ Rachel K. Ng, Senior Contributor

Kierin NYC ScentXme review

Thanks to the generosity of Kierin NYC, we have a 50 ml bottle for one registered reader in the USA or EU. You must register or your entry will not count. To be eligible, please leave a comment saying what sparks your interest based on Rachel’s review and where you live. Draw closes 5/9/2024

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37 comments

  • realtyisme says:

    Rachel, to me this sounds like a “party in a bottle” that is full of energy. However, I picture it as a Black Tie event that brings a lot of fun yet quite exquisite. The notes in this have truly captured my attention. This is a house that I MUST learn more about.
    PA, USA

  • Sorohan Adriana says:

    Rachel K. NG writes, “it’s an euphoric symphony accompaniment of fruit and wood-toned floralcy”, It is perfect for summer.
    I am from EU

  • Z R says:

    I’ve never lived in NYC, but have visited many times. I’m very interested in the combo of champagne, passion fruit, and cinnamon notes. Would love to try this! I’m in the USA.

  • phuongmtran says:

    New York City is magical. I would love to smell a fragrance that captures its richness and celebrates it. I am in CA, USA.

  • roxhas1cat says:

    This sounds amazing. I love apricot in fragrance. I am craving a glass of bubbly now. I am not familiar with anything from this line. Thanks for the chance to win this. USa.

  • Maryjean says:

    I’m a fan of this fragrance house. I have sampled everything. Love how each Fragrance represents NYC. The bottles are unique. Rachel’s review has me interested. Sounds perfect for a Special occasion. Thank you for this chance USA

  • Teresa C says:

    I was going to look the other way because I”m not ususally a fruity fragrance wearer, though I can appreciate their charm, but the middle and dry down combination and the complexity described made me sign in to comment; this sounds like quite an experience! I live in the USA.

  • Kelly Atwood says:

    I’m binge watching Sex and the City reruns (for the 27th time) and I feel like this fragrance was made for Carrie Bradshaw. It sounds fabulous 😉 I would love to be entered into the giveaway! The only thing I’ve smelled from the house is 10am Flirt which is on my “bottles to purchase” list, it is beautiful!! I am in Austin, TX.

  • Ramses Perez says:

    I think Kieran NYC is purposely only listing 6 notes so that we can experience other notes ourselves and make our own conclusions. For example, vanilla is not listed as a note but you do get a bit of it based on Rachel’s review. I do know specific combinations of notes, woods and rum here, could lead to the sensation of a vanillin undertone. I was aware of the house but I have never had the chance to try or experience any of the fragrances. The house is inspired by NYC and everything it has to offer so they will never run out of ideas to make new fragrances out of. Cheers from USA.

  • YitzR says:

    I must say, I don’t think I’ve ever wanted to blind by a perfume just by the bottle like this one. Honestly, the bottle is so cool
    Nj USA

  • dLin says:

    Love fragrances that have an inspiration from a specific setting or location. The thing about ScentXme that caught my eye the most is for sure the complexity of the fragrance, especially from what Rachel mentions about the dry down. The diverse notes list has me curious on the overall balance, but will for sure keep my eye out for Kierin NYC fragrances onwards.
    From TX, USA

  • Ben A says:

    I have spent many wonderful New Year’s Eves in NYC, as my mom lives there (though I’ve always avoided Times Square and the crowds). So the inspiration of this fragrance is very evocative for me. The note breakdown also sounds lovely and different. I’m in Oklahoma, USA.

  • Steve A says:

    What sparks my interest is the interesting note combinations, especially the champagne and grapefruit. US

  • megs303 says:

    This fragrance sounds so good and right up my alley! From Rachel’s review, I’m interested in the champagne accord since I like light/sparkling yet fruity fragrances. I love a slightly sweet yet warm dry down. I’m in the USA. Thank you!

  • John Gahlt says:

    Rachel’s review of Kierin NYC ScentXme truly captivates my interest with its vivid description of the fragrance’s journey from a celebratory champagne opening to a rich and complex dry down. The way she delves into each stage of the scent’s evolution, from the effervescent champagne accord to the warming heart of passion fruit and citrus, and finally to the rich rum-laced base, paints a picture of an olfactory experience that mirrors the energy and complexity of New York City itself. I’m particularly drawn to the idea of experiencing the vibrancy and variety of the big city through the lens of fragrance, and ScentXme seems like the perfect embodiment of that. Rachel’s review has definitely piqued my curiosity, and I’m eager to experience this sparkling and multifaceted scent for myself.

    I am from the EU

  • redwheelbarrow says:

    Wow this sounds really interesting! I really like what this house is doing with the inspirations for the fragrances. These notes sounds so interesting and I can see this one fitting in for all types of occasions. Thank you for the draw. From the US.

  • mazh says:

    Rachel’s review of Kierin NYC’s ScentXme is captivating, describing a sophisticated fragrance that evolves from a champagne-inspired opening to a complex heart of passion fruit and citrus, culminating in a rich rum-infused dry down. It sparks curiosity and invites one to experience the dynamic essence of New York City nightlife.
    Based on EU.

  • glowup says:

    You had me at Champagne and Rum. I attended New Year’s Eve in New York a long time ago so this would definitely evoke an exciting scent memory.

    Indiana USA

  • Jeremi says:

    Passion fruit and citrus combined in this fragrance really sparkes my interest. This must be an explosion of fruity notes. I live in Trzebnica, Poland, EU.

  • mdellaroc says:

    I love a beautiful glass of champagne and a fragrance that allows you to indulge with out imbibing sounds perfect. In maryland.

  • Sherin Thomas says:

    Champagne and Rum sounds fun. Very Celebratory fragrance. From PA,USA

  • Annika says:

    A fragrance that contains both champagne and rum accords is ready for a party. Passion fruit tends to be a cloying note for me in perfumes but the addition of the grapefruit seems to temper that. I love Rachel’s description of ScentXme as classically refined with lively textures. MD, USA.

  • deeshla says:

    The champagne note has me very interested – what an intoxicating note list and description!
    I am in the USA.

  • zazazelle says:

    What sparks my interest is, of course the texture and emotions of champagne accord “that is light, effervescent, and reminiscent of the greatest blanc de blancs, uplifting with savory mineral complexity and understated cinnamic, baking spice tones. Such a wonderfully elegant and fresh opening speaks to the finesse of New York style: classically refined with lively textures.”
    I cannot imagine how all those notes are working together – champagne with rum, then also passion fruit and grapefruit, but still I am very interested to explore this scent and wear that NYC feeling at New Year Eve.
    I live in the EU, thank you for giving this chance!

  • Starlit12 says:

    What a delicious sounding experience! First the fizzy, fruity vivaciousness of a freshly opened bottle of champagne and then an undertone of rum, vanilla and cinnamon to add a more foodie aspect to this delicious beverage.
    I live in the EU.

  • kara023 says:

    Rachel’s review got me incredibly excited! The champagne accord, passion fruit, and warm dry down with hints of rum and wood-toned floralcy sound like a luxurious journey through the essence of New York City. This fragrance promises a vibrant, complex experience that I can’t wait to try! I’m in the EU. Thank you for this opportunity!

  • gemma says:

    Rachel’s review sparks my interest in the champagne, rum, and passion fruit notes. Sounds perfect for NYE! I’m in the US. Thanks!

  • janelle22 says:

    Oh, this sounds BEAUTIFUL. Sparkling, resinous, deep, flirty, playful, sophisticated. I love boozy scents and this review makes it sound like booze done right! CT, USA

  • sarach says:

    Rachel’s review of Kierin NYC ScentXme paints a picture of a thrilling night out in the city, with its sparkling champagne notes complemented by fruity and wood-toned floralcy. It sounds like the perfect scent to accompany a glamorous and action-packed evening.

  • hthanass says:

    Rachel’s depiction of Kierin NYC ScentXme conjures up the excitement of a vibrant urban night, where effervescent champagne intertwines with fruity and floral accords, setting the stage for an exhilarating and glamorous experience.
    Living in EU

  • mmerline says:

    ScentXme has a really strong and unusual graphic identity that I love. The notes list is equally interesting—mineralic and fizzy champagne accord, cinnamon and citrus, high-res passion fruit, a complex and woody rum accord. Rachel’s review suggests a depth to this Kierin NYC fragrance’s textures and compositional balance that aren’t necessarily apparent from the notes list. ScentXme seems like a blast to wear, especially on a summer evening in the city.

    I’m in the midwest, USA. Thanks for the giveaway!

  • opalbear says:

    I just love cinnamon in a fragrance and Kierin has always had amazing perfumers and complex unique reieases that I love. I can’t wait to try their take on champagne too! In California grateful for the chance to win.

  • chamberoflilith says:

    This gives me such contradictory vibes, I am very intrigued. The bottle itself, I’ve never seen this aesthetic for a perfume bottle, and the theme of the scent is so thrilling. I find romance in neon lights. Does that make sense? This just sounds like something I’ve never smelled before, with the sparkling champagne and the passionfruit. Exciting… writing from Romania, as usual.

  • Michael Prince says:

    What sparks my interest based on Rachel’s review of Kierin NYC ScentXMe is the fresh fruity opening of grapefruit and passionfruit that is infused with so much depth from the boozy notes of champagne and rum as well as other unique gourmand notes of raisin as well as a warming cinnamon. This sounds like the perfect combination of notes. I am from Ohio, USA.

  • foreverscents says:

    There are so many lovely notes in ScentXme. The champagne surely calls to mind the effervescence and elegance of a celebration in New York City. I am very curious about the blending of the passion fruit and grapefruit.
    I live in the USA.

  • Sherin Thomas says:

    I live in PA but have visited NY many times. I’m very interested in the combo of champagne, passion fruit, and cinnamon notes. Would love to try this! I’m from PA,USA

  • Eris.can.swatch.kaos says:

    I’d love to experience the City’s nightlife with just a sniff of this fragrance. I live in Oregon.