Summer by Kenzo Eau de Toilette vs Flower Ikebana Mimosa Eau de Parfum

Summer by Kenzo

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U	Gender	U
2005	Year	2024
££	Price Tier	££

Flower Ikebana Mimosa

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Summer by Kenzo Eau de Toilette

A universally adored summer staple, Kenzo Summer is the mimosa queen we all miss. Its sunny, clean, and warm embrace makes it a true cult classic, leaving many desperately searching for a suitable replacement.

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Our Verdict - Flower Ikebana Mimosa Eau de Parfum

Kenzo Ikebana Mimosa is a beautifully crafted mimosa scent that evokes sun-drenched holidays and spring warmth. It’s elegant, delicate, and a crowd-pleaser for those who adore soft, subtle florals, though some find the drydown a touch too powdery or aquatic.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	28%	30%
Floral	23%	14%
Fruity	3%	5%
Green	6%	8%
Sweet	17%	17%
Warm	7%	2%
Woody	14%	27%
Earthy	5%	2%
Animalic	8%	1%
Fresh	23%	19%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

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Flower Ikebana Mimosa EdP

Notes

Top Notes

Citrus 35% Lemon 33% Bergamot 32%

Top Notes

Kumquat 100%

Only in Summer by Kenzo Eau de Toilette

Citrus 35% Lemon 33% Bergamot 32%

Only in Flower Ikebana Mimosa Eau de Parfum

Kumquat 100%

Shared Notes

Mimosa 24% vs 66%

Only in Summer by Kenzo Eau de Toilette

Almond 16% Lily Of The Valley 15% Freesia 15% Violet 15% Jasmine 14%

Only in Flower Ikebana Mimosa Eau de Parfum

Sesame 34%

Only in Summer by Kenzo Eau de Toilette

Musk 23% Amber 20% Woody 20% Styrax 19% Cedar 19%

Only in Flower Ikebana Mimosa Eau de Parfum

Hinoki Wood 100%

Accords

Summer by Kenzo Eau de Toilette Flower Ikebana Mimosa Eau de Parfum

100%

Powdery

77%

93%

Yellow Floral

100%

95%

Floral

61%

Aromatic

82%

52%

Woody

73%

68%

Citrus

64%

White Floral

62%

Sweet

57%

58%

Fresh

56%

Almond

Fresh Spicy

52%

51%

Musky

Powdery shared

100%

77%

Yellow Floral shared

93%

100%

Floral shared

95%

61%

Aromatic

82%

Woody shared

52%

73%

Citrus shared

68%

64%

White Floral

64%

Sweet shared

62%

57%

Fresh

58%

Almond

56%

Fresh Spicy

52%

Musky

51%

Performance

Summer by Kenzo Eau de Toilette Flower Ikebana Mimosa Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Summer by Kenzo Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual

Also Works:

Date

Its clean, fresh, and soft projection makes it ideal for office and casual wear. The intimate sillage and clean, soapy character limit its suitability for more formal or sporty occasions.

Flower Ikebana Mimosa Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Also Works:

Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Its moderate sillage and 'inoffensive' nature make it perfectly suited for office wear and casual outings. While too light for formal events, its fresh and clean profile could even work post-gym.