Flower by Kenzo Eau de Vie Eau de Parfum vs Melodie de Orientica Eau de Parfum

Flower by Kenzo Eau de Vie

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2019	Year	2022
££	Price Tier	££

Melodie de Orientica

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Flower by Kenzo Eau de Vie Eau de Parfum

Flower by Kenzo Eau de Vie is a controversial flanker that some adore for its warm, clean take on the original, while others find it surprisingly harsh and artificial. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent that demands a sniff before you buy.

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Our Verdict - Melodie de Orientica Eau de Parfum

This much-hyped dupe of Memo Paris Sintra is an absolute beast. Expect a sharp, green, citrus bomb at first, mellowing into a sweet, creamy, fluffy marshmallow dream. You'll either adore its powerhouse performance or find it utterly suffocating.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	21%	18%
Floral	36%	26%
Fruity	1%	7%
Green	4%	6%
Sweet	31%	36%
Warm	12%	13%
Woody	2%	1%
Earthy	2%	1%
Animalic	10%	8%
Fresh	17%	15%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Flower by Kenzo Eau de Vie EdP

Melodie de Orientica EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Neroli 33% vs 32%

Petitgrain 19% vs 27%

Bergamot 18% vs 19%

Only in Flower by Kenzo Eau de Vie Eau de Parfum

Ginger 29%

Only in Melodie de Orientica Eau de Parfum

Red Fruits 21%

Shared Notes

Orange Blossom 64% vs 30%

Rose 35% vs 15%

Only in Melodie de Orientica Eau de Parfum

Jasmine 19% Cardamom 19% Cinnamon 16%

Shared Notes

Musk 29% vs 23%

Vanilla 29% vs 26%

Only in Flower by Kenzo Eau de Vie Eau de Parfum

Tonka Bean 21% Benzoin 20%

Only in Melodie de Orientica Eau de Parfum

Marshmallow 30% Praline 20%

Accords

Flower by Kenzo Eau de Vie Eau de Parfum Melodie de Orientica Eau de Parfum

100%

Citrus

93%

89%

White Floral

100%

55%

Sweet

85%

75%

Fresh Spicy

50%

74%

Vanilla

52%

Powdery

62%

57%

Fresh

57%

Musky

49%

52%

Aromatic

57%

52%

Amber

Green

50%

Warm Spicy

48%

Citrus shared

100%

93%

White Floral shared

89%

100%

Sweet shared

55%

85%

Fresh Spicy shared

75%

50%

Vanilla shared

74%

52%

Powdery shared

52%

62%

Fresh

57%

Musky shared

57%

49%

Aromatic shared

52%

57%

Amber

52%

Green

50%

Warm Spicy

48%

Performance

Flower by Kenzo Eau de Vie Eau de Parfum Melodie de Orientica Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Moderate

Projection

Strong

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Flower by Kenzo Eau de Vie Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date

Its moderate sillage and subtle longevity make it suitable for office and casual wear without overwhelming. The warm, comforting drydown also lends itself to more intimate date settings. It's less ideal for formal events due to its perceived lack of depth and for sport as it's not a truly 'fresh' scent.

Melodie de Orientica Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Also Works:

Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Its exceptional longevity and strong sillage, along with a prominent sweetness, make it less suitable for office environments where it could overwhelm. The playful yet sensual gourmand accords are perfect for dates and casual outings, though perhaps a bit too loud for formal events.