Flower by Kenzo Essentielle
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2009 | Year | 2017 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Rosendo Mateu Nº 5 Floral, Amber, Sensual Musk
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Which Should You Buy?
This flanker isn't a radical departure from the original Flower, but it's refined, less cloying, and more balanced. It's a powdery floral that dances on the edge of 'too much', but largely succeeds due to its excellent blending and surprising longevity. A touch divisive, but mostly loved.
This one is a proper head-turner, but whether for good or bad is down to your skin chemistry and tolerance for 'burnt rubber'. It's a divisive masterpiece, so don't even think about blind buying. Test it, and if it works for you, prepare for compliments.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 31% | 39% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 3% | 6% |
| Sweet | 28% | 26% |
| Warm | 26% | 28% |
| Woody | 4% | 4% |
| Earthy | 7% | 5% |
| Animalic | 16% | 9% |
| Fresh | 6% | 10% |
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and significant longevity make it versatile for many settings. While it can be a bit much for close-quarters office wear, it's elegant enough for formal events and intimate enough for dates.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and longevity, this isn't an office-friendly scent, but its sophisticated amber and musk make it perfect for date nights and formal events. It's too opulent for casual wear, and definitely unsuitable for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Vanilla, Floral accords and Musk, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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