Summer by Kenzo Eau de Toilette bottle Summer by Kenzo
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Spiritus Eau de Parfum bottle Spiritus

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Summer by Kenzo Eau de Toilette
A universally adored summer staple, Kenzo Summer is the mimosa queen we all miss. Its sunny, clean, and warm embrace makes it a true cult classic, leaving many desperately searching for a suitable replacement.
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Our Verdict - Spiritus Eau de Parfum
If you're seeking that familiar Aventus vibe without breaking the bank, Spiritus is an absolute gem. It’s got all the hallmarks of a crowd-pleaser, delivering a refined, smooth take on a beloved DNA that holds its own.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 28% 28%
Floral 23% 21%
Fruity 3% 3%
Green 6% 6%
Sweet 17% 11%
Warm 7% 4%
Woody 14% 17%
Earthy 5% 15%
Animalic 8% 13%
Fresh 23% 23%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Summer by Kenzo EdT
Spiritus EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Lemon 33% vs 50%
Bergamot 31% vs 50%
Only in Summer by Kenzo Eau de Toilette
Citrus 35%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 13% vs 32%
Only in Summer by Kenzo Eau de Toilette
Mimosa 25% Almond 16% Freesia 15% Violet 15%
Only in Spiritus Eau de Parfum
Woody 37%
Shared Notes
Musk 23% vs 39%
Amber 19% vs 25%
Only in Summer by Kenzo Eau de Toilette
Woody 20% Styrax 19% Cedar 19%
Only in Spiritus Eau de Parfum
Patchouli 35%

Accords

Summer by Kenzo Eau de Toilette Spiritus Eau de Parfum
100%
Powdery
45%
68%
Citrus
100%
95%
Floral
45%
64%
White Floral
86%
52%
Woody
80%
62%
Sweet
58%
Fresh
56%
56%
Almond
51%
Musky
51%
Aromatic
51%
Patchouli
46%
Powdery shared
100%
45%
Citrus shared
68%
100%
Floral shared
95%
45%
White Floral shared
64%
86%
Woody shared
52%
80%
62%
Fresh shared
58%
56%
56%
Musky shared
51%
51%
51%
46%

Performance

Summer by Kenzo Eau de Toilette Spiritus Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Summer by Kenzo Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its clean, fresh, and soft projection makes it ideal for office and casual wear. The intimate sillage and clean, soapy character limit its suitability for more formal or sporty occasions.

Spiritus Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal Sport

Its clean, fresh citrus and woody accords lend themselves well to almost any setting. While some users note strong projection initially, its refined character and impressive longevity make it versatile for daily wear, including the office, without being overpowering.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
92%
Accord
68%
Key Similarities

Both share Citrus, White Floral, Woody accords and Jasmine, Woody notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Summer by Kenzo Eau de Toilette
Spiritus Eau de Parfum
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