By Kilian
Scento states that each decant is hand-poured from an original full-sized bottle sourced through authorised European retailers — never a clone, dupe or inspired-by version. Manufacturer batch codes belong to those original bottles and are not printed on Scento decant vials.
Every By Kilian decant and perfume sample at Scento is hand-decanted from a sealed, original bottle — never a clone, dupe or inspired-by version. A house from France founded in 2007, By Kilian is known for signature notes like Cognac, Bergamot, Coffee; explore 12 fragrances in 2ml, 5ml, 8ml, 30ml sizes from €13.90 – €21.90 and test a scent properly before committing to a full bottle.
- Authentic · hand-decanted from sealed bottles
- Sizes: 2ml, 5ml, 8ml, 30ml
- Tracked shipping to 27 European markets
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About By Kilian
- Established
- 2007
- Origin
- Paris, France
By Kilian (Kilian Paris) is a French luxury fragrance house founded in Paris in 2007 by Kilian Hennessy, a descendant of the Hennessy cognac dynasty. Known for refillable, apothecary-inspired bottles and rich, long-lasting accords, it is celebrated for gourmand and sensual signatures such as Angels' Share, Love, Don't Be Shy and Black Phantom.
Refined, narrative-driven and often gourmand, By Kilian builds plush, long-lasting accords around themes of love, sin and indulgence — boozy liquors, creamy sweetness and sensual florals — in a polished, distinctly Parisian register.
Signature notes
- Cognac
- Oak
- Vanilla
- Tonka Bean
- Orange Blossom
- Rose
- Praline
- Tuberose
Signature fragrances to try
Angels' ShareKilian Hennessy's most personal creation — a warm cognac opening over oak, cinnamon and tonka with vanilla, praline and sandalwood. Cozy, boozy and gourmand.€16.90
Love, Don't Be ShyThe house's seductive icon — orange-blossom neroli with honeysuckle and rose wrapped in a marshmallow-sugar accord over amber. Sweet, creamy and irresistibly romantic.€14.90
Black PhantomA dark gourmand adventure — a rum accord with coffee and dark chocolate over caramel, sugar cane, vanilla and sandalwood. Rich, mysterious and addictive.€14.90
Good Girl Gone BadA lush white-floral bouquet — osmanthus, jasmine and May rose over Indian tuberose and narcissus with soft woods. Opulent, elegant and feminine.€13.90
Back to BlackA honeyed tobacco gourmand from The Cellars — sweet honey and tobacco over vanilla and woods. Smooth, warm and quietly sensual.€18.90
History & heritage
Kilian Hennessy, a sixth-generation descendant of the founder of the Hennessy cognac house, grew up among his family's oak cognac cellars in south-west France. The evaporation of spirit from the barrels — known as 'the angels' share' — became a formative scent memory that later inspired his perfumery.
After olfactory training and roles connected to houses including Paco Rabanne, Dior and Alexander McQueen, he launched By Kilian in 2007 with a collection of unisex perfumes organised into olfactive families such as The Fresh, The Narcotics, The Cellars, The Smokes and The Liquors, emphasising rare ingredients and refillable, 19th-century-apothecary-inspired packaging.
In 2016 The Estée Lauder Companies acquired a majority stake in the brand, later rebranded Kilian Paris, while Hennessy retained creative direction. The house has since grown to more than seventy fragrances and expanded into body and home scents, opening a Marais flagship in Paris.
How to choose your By Kilian
By Kilian's accords are concentrated and long-wearing, so decants are the ideal way in — a 2ml or 5ml sample lets you live with a scent's sweetness and projection over a full day before choosing a full, refillable bottle.
Pick by craving. For boozy, comforting warmth try Angels' Share, Black Phantom or Apple Brandy on the Rocks; for sweet, seductive florals reach for Love, Don't Be Shy and Good Girl Gone Bad; for honeyed tobacco depth, Back to Black. Most lean gourmand and shine in autumn, winter and evening.
Because the house spans liquors, narcotics-style florals and smoky gourmands, sampling across a couple of families helps you find your lane — then commit to the signature you reach for most, knowing the bottle can be refilled rather than replaced.
How to buy By Kilian samples in Europe
To buy By Kilian samples in Europe you have a few honest routes: official By Kilian boutiques and authorised retailers for full bottles, or Scento for authenticated By Kilian decants in 2ml, 5ml, 8ml, 30ml. On Scento, By Kilian samples start at €13.90 — and a 2ml decant is only about 2–4% of a 50–100ml bottle, so you can try the scent properly before committing to a full size.
Best way to buy By Kilian in Europe
| Route | Smallest commitment | EU delivery & customs | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Official By Kilian boutique or site | Full bottle (50–100ml) | Set by the brand; varies by country | Owning the full bottle, sealed and gift-ready |
| Authorised retailer or department store | Full bottle | In store, or online where the retailer ships in the EU | Trying in person before buying a bottle |
| Scento authenticated decants | 2ml / 5ml / 8ml decant — from €13.90 | Ships from the EU to 27 European markets, no extra customs | Trying By Kilian before a full bottle, at the lowest entry price |
| Official By Kilian discovery set (where offered) | Brand-curated mini set | Only where the brand ships it to your country | Sampling a themed range chosen by the house |
Routes and availability vary by brand and country — always confirm current stock, sizes and prices with each seller before buying.
By Kilian sample prices & decant facts
- Origin
- France
- Founded
- 2007
- Scents in stock
- 12
- From (2ml)
- €13.90
- From (5ml)
- €29.50
- Sizes
- 2ml, 5ml, 8ml, 30ml
- Signature notes
- Cognac, Bergamot, Coffee
- Authenticity
- Original-bottle sourcing; the manufacturer code is not printed on the decant vial
- Last reviewed
- 2026-06-18
Which By Kilian samples to try first?
Popular By Kilian fragrances on Scento — start with a 2ml decant before a full bottle.
By Kilian decants & perfume samples — your questions answered
What is By Kilian known for?
By Kilian is known for luxurious, long-lasting fragrances housed in refillable, apothecary-inspired bottles, and for rich gourmand and sensual signatures such as Angels' Share, Love, Don't Be Shy and Black Phantom. Founded by Kilian Hennessy of the cognac dynasty, the house has a polished, narrative-driven Parisian style.
Which By Kilian fragrance should I try first?
Two are essential starting points: Angels' Share, a cozy cognac-and-vanilla gourmand, and Love, Don't Be Shy, the brand's sweet, seductive orange-blossom signature. For something darker, sample Black Phantom. Trying these as decants is the best way to find your favourite before buying a full bottle.
What does By Kilian Angels' Share smell like?
Angels' Share opens with a warm cognac note over oak, cinnamon and tonka bean, then dries down to vanilla, praline, candied almond and sandalwood. It is a rich, boozy, dessert-like gourmand — cozy and indulgent, and especially suited to cooler weather.
Is By Kilian a niche fragrance brand?
By Kilian is a luxury house with niche character — rare ingredients, refillable bottles and a curated, story-led collection. Since 2016 it has been part of The Estée Lauder Companies while keeping its high-end, artisanal positioning, sitting between true niche and prestige luxury.
Are By Kilian bottles refillable?
Yes. Refillability is core to the brand's philosophy — its 19th-century-apothecary-inspired bottles are designed to be refilled rather than replaced, reflecting Kilian Hennessy's view that luxury should be lasting and sustainable.
Are By Kilian decants and perfume samples authentic?
Yes. Scento states that each decant is hand-poured from an original full-sized bottle sourced through authorised European retailers — never a clone, dupe or inspired-by version. Manufacturer batch codes belong to those original bottles and are not printed on Scento decant vials.
How many sprays are in a By Kilian sample?
As a rough guide, a perfume atomizer gives about 10–15 sprays per millilitre, so a 2ml By Kilian sample is roughly 20–30 sprays, a 5ml about 50–75, and an 8ml about 80–120. Exact counts vary with the atomizer and how heavily you spray. Available sizes: 2ml, 5ml, 8ml, 30ml.
Do I pay customs or VAT on By Kilian samples in the EU?
No extra customs for EU orders. Scento ships By Kilian decants from within the EU to 27 European markets, so EU buyers pay no import duties or customs charges and usually receive their order in 1–5 business days. Orders to non-EU European countries may be subject to local import VAT set by your country, not by Scento.
Should I buy a By Kilian decant or a full bottle?
Buy a decant to test or rotate a scent, and a full bottle once you know you love it. A 2ml decant is only about 2–4% of a 50–100ml bottle, so it lets you wear By Kilian for days before committing to full-bottle price. For sealed presentation or gifting, an official boutique or authorised retailer is the better route.
