Edition One Men
| Edp | Concentration | Edt |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2009 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Kenneth Cole Vintage Black
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This is armchair travel for your nose - a budget-friendly trip back to the mid-2000s, channelling that iconic masculine freshness. You'll either love how it captures the vibe or dismiss it as a synthetic pretender. Still, you can't argue with value, if you can find it.
Seriously polarising: some people absolutely adore this uplifting lime bomb, while others find it a synthetic headache in a bottle. Despite its name, there's nothing 'vintage' or 'black' about this fresh, citrus-heavy scent. A cheapie that punches above its weight for some.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 28% | 34% |
| Floral | 7% | 3% |
| Fruity | 3% | 3% |
| Green | 19% | 14% |
| Sweet | 5% | 3% |
| Warm | 2% | 7% |
| Woody | 27% | 27% |
| Earthy | 4% | 7% |
| Animalic | 0% | 0% |
| Fresh | 29% | 29% |
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and aromatic nature makes it highly suitable for casual and office wear, with some reviews noting its appropriateness as a 'safe office scent' or for the gym. While some found it acceptable for dates, its lack of overt sophistication or luxuriousness means it's less ideal for formal events.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, citrusy profile makes it ideal for casual wear, especially in warmer weather, and some enjoy it for day-to-day office use. However, its often-criticised performance means it's not the best choice for events requiring strong, long-lasting projection.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Aromatic, Woody accords and Lavender, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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