Flower by Kenzo
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2000 | Year | 2004 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Cinéma
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Which Should You Buy?
Flower by Kenzo is a divisive modern classic. Loved by devotees for its incredibly comforting, powdery softness and nostalgic charm, others find its prominent talc-like quality too old-fashioned or even headache-inducing. It's a true love-it-or-hate-it scent.
A modern classic that’s been tragically reformulated, YSL Cinéma is a warm, golden embrace of a fragrance. It’s sweet, floral, and undeniably glamorous, projecting an aura of effortless sophistication that's loved by many, even in its current iteration.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 6% | 10% |
| Floral | 38% | 40% |
| Fruity | 7% | 5% |
| Green | 5% | 5% |
| Sweet | 31% | 34% |
| Warm | 11% | 10% |
| Woody | 3% | 2% |
| Earthy | 5% | 3% |
| Animalic | 14% | 8% |
| Fresh | 9% | 15% |
Mood
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Top Notes
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.
Occasions
While its soft sillage and clean accords make it suitable for the office or casual wear, the distinct powdery character might be a bit too intimate for formal events. Reviews frequently mention its comforting, 'everyday' quality, making it ideal for casual settings and even as a pre-bedtime scent.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
While some find it intimate, its generally good sillage and longevity - particularly in older formulations - make it less ideal for the office. The warm, inviting amber-vanilla profile with floral notes is perfect for dates and formal events, though many enjoy it casually too.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Vanilla, Amber accords and Jasmine, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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