Amour Eau de Parfum vs Vanilla Kiss Eau de Parfum
Amour EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | U |
| 2006 | Year | 2026 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Vanilla Kiss EDP
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Kenzo Amour is the ultimate cosy hug in a bottle, perfect for those who crave warmth and comfort. It's a beloved classic for a reason, despite some chatter about its longevity and an unexpected 'Play-Doh' nuance from a vocal minority.
The Fragrance World UK's 4.95 pounds/5ml take on Tom Ford Vanilla Sex (2023) from the Private Blend line - the triple-vanilla-and-sandalwood core comes through, though the original's polarising bitter-almond opening and animalic edge are softened in the budget copy.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given its intimate sillage and comforting nature, Amour is perfectly suited for casual wear and dates where closeness is key. Its softness makes it acceptable for office wear, but its lack of strong projection makes it generally unsuitable for formal events or sports.
Seasons
The dense vanilla-sandalwood-tonka base reads warmest in cold weather, matching the original's cold-season gourmand appeal.
Occasions
A warm, sweet vanilla gourmand best suited to evenings and dates rather than office or sport settings.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean vanilla, floral, sweet
Adds almond and iris, drops basmati rice and cherry blossom
Where to buy
ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.