Flower by Kenzo Oriental
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2005 | Year | 2009 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Flower by Kenzo Essentielle
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Which Should You Buy?
This isn't your mum's Flower. Kenzo Oriental is a divisive beast: a love-it-or-hate-it incense bomb that captivates with its meditative depth, or repels with a sharp, 'unnatural' opening. If you appreciate a confident, smoky oriental, you'll mourn its discontinuation.
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.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 36% | 31% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 4% | 3% |
| Sweet | 27% | 28% |
| Warm | 29% | 26% |
| Woody | 5% | 4% |
| Earthy | 11% | 7% |
| Animalic | 2% | 16% |
| Fresh | 8% | 6% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its prominent smoky and amber accords and moderate sillage make it too heavy for most offices. However, its sophisticated and warm character, combined with a sensual vanilla dry-down, is perfect for dates and evening events, creating an inviting yet intriguing aura.
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.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Vanilla, Amber accords and Pepper, Incense notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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