Fleur de Peau Eau de Parfum bottle Fleur de Peau
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2018 Year 1936
££ Price Tier £
Kobako Eau de Parfum bottle Kobako

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Fleur de Peau
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Fleur de Peau
This one sparks debate like no other. Some find Fleur de Peau a sophisticated, comforting musk-iris dream, a 'your skin but better' scent with incredible longevity. Others detect everything from pickle brine to old lady's pubic hair, citing poor performance and an 'old house' vibe. Definitely test before you commit.
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Our Verdict - Kobako
This cult classic is a divisive beast: some hail it as a stunning, sensual masterpiece with vintage allure, while others recoil from its intense, 'old-school' animalic and aldehydic punch. Not for the faint of heart, but utterly captivating for those who dare.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 6% 8%
Floral 33% 31%
Fruity 1% 2%
Green 7% 2%
Sweet 14% 17%
Warm 9% 11%
Woody 3% 2%
Earthy 8% 4%
Animalic 25% 28%
Fresh 19% 20%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Fleur de Peau EdP
Kobako EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Aldehydes 33% vs 43%
Shared Notes
Iris 63% vs 18%
Rose 36% vs 14%
Shared Notes
Musk 100% vs 31%

Accords

Fleur de Peau Kobako
100%
Musky
83%
91%
Powdery
70%
Animalic
84%
57%
Aldehydic
73%
49%
Fresh
68%
64%
Iris
52%
Amber
62%
51%
Floral
60%
Cinnamon
58%
Citrus
56%
51%
Woody
48%
Earthy
Musky shared
100%
83%
Powdery shared
91%
70%
84%
Aldehydic shared
57%
73%
Fresh shared
49%
68%
64%
Amber shared
52%
62%
Floral shared
51%
60%
58%
56%
51%
48%

Performance

Fleur de Peau Kobako
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Fleur de Peau

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its intimate 'skin scent' nature and clean musky-powdery profile make it ideal for everyday wear, including the office, without being distracting. While some report strong projection, the general consensus leans towards a subtle aura, boosting its versatility for close-contact settings like dates, but making it less suitable for formal events where a statement might be desired or sport where a fresh, energetic vibe is typically preferred.

Kobako

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent projection and intense, animalic depth make it entirely unsuitable for office wear or casual outings. However, its bold and sensual character, combined with excellent longevity, makes it perfect for formal events or intimate dates where you want to make a lasting impression.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
89%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
87%
Accord
61%
Key Similarities

Both share Musky, Aldehydic, Powdery accords and Rose, Iris notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Fleur de Peau
Kobako
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