Kenzo Eau de Toilette bottle Kenzo
Edt Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1988 Year -
££ Price Tier ££
Cobra Eau de Parfum bottle Cobra

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Kenzo
A legendary 80s powerhouse white floral that polarises opinion: some find it a gorgeous, complex masterpiece; others a dated, overwhelming floral bomb. You either adore its vibrant, unapologetic essence or dismiss it as too vintage, harking back to a forgotten era.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Cobra
This one's a bit of a head-scratcher. While it's got a loyal following for its nostalgic charm and undeniable similarity to a certain famous 'poisonous' scent, a fair few find it an unpleasant, cheap imitation. Not one for a blind buy, then, unless you're feeling adventurous.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 9% 11%
Floral 25% 24%
Fruity 11% 8%
Green 4% 9%
Sweet 27% 23%
Warm 15% 8%
Woody 12% 17%
Earthy 16% 6%
Animalic 8% 7%
Fresh 8% 14%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Kenzo EdT
Cobra EdP

Notes

Accords

Kenzo Cobra
100%
White Floral
100%
78%
Woody
92%
60%
Sweet
86%
61%
Powdery
73%
56%
Tuberose
68%
66%
Warm Spicy
63%
61%
Aromatic
66%
63%
Citrus
57%
63%
Fruity
60%
Aldehydic
57%
49%
Animalic
White Floral shared
100%
100%
Woody shared
78%
92%
Sweet shared
60%
86%
Powdery shared
61%
73%
Tuberose shared
56%
68%
Warm Spicy shared
66%
63%
Aromatic shared
61%
66%
Citrus shared
63%
57%
Fruity shared
63%
60%
57%
49%

Performance

Kenzo Cobra
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Kenzo

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent projection and full-bodied nature make it less suitable for office or casual daytime wear where subtlety is preferred. However, its elegance and complexity are perfect for formal events and intimate date nights, as many users describe it as a 'statement' fragrance for special occasions.

Cobra

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Formal

Its potent projection and intense, 'old school' floral-spicy profile make it less suitable for office or casual settings. It's much better suited for evening wear, whether that's a date or a formal event, where its strong character can shine without overwhelming.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
91%
Olfactory
93%
Notes
89%
Accord
93%
Key Similarities

Both share White Floral, Woody, Sweet accords and Orris, Peach notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Kenzo
Cobra
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