No. K402

Scent Breakdown

No. K402 opens with a blast of fruity sweetness; an intense passionfruit note dominates, alongside a candied peach that verges on cloying. The pear is there, adding a slight watery texture, but it's easily overshadowed. It replicates the original's opening closely, though this version leans slightly syrupier, with an almost candied edge. The heart attempts to introduce lily-of-the-valley, but it's largely suppressed by the lingering fruit. The drydown brings a creamy musk and vanilla forward. Instead of a true sandalwood, this reads more like a generic woody accord, lacking the depth and earthiness I was hoping for. There's a faint plasticky undertone as time passes.

Longevity & Projection

Longevity is impressive, clocking in at around 7-8 hours on my skin. Projection is strong, easily extending beyond arm's length for the first 2-3 hours before settling closer. I wore this during a casual brunch and later while running errands; the sweetness felt slightly out of place in the warmer weather.

Bottom Line

If No. K402 were a character, it'd be Regina George in "Mean Girls" – initially captivating and alluring, but ultimately a little too saccharine and artificial beneath the surface.