Flower by Kenzo Eau de Vie
| Edp | Concentration | Parfum |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2019 | Year | 2016 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Tomboy Neroli 65
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Which Should You Buy?
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.
This one's a proper divisive scent. Some reckon it's a classy, modern take on neroli, a fresh and clean vibe that's great for summer. Others, mind, find it synthetic, generic, or even 'vile'. You'll either love it or utterly detest it, no two ways about it.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 21% | 23% |
| Floral | 36% | 45% |
| Fruity | 1% | 1% |
| Green | 4% | 3% |
| Sweet | 31% | 31% |
| Warm | 12% | 16% |
| Woody | 2% | 5% |
| Earthy | 2% | 8% |
| Animalic | 10% | 10% |
| Fresh | 17% | 16% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
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.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and often soapy profile makes it suitable for casual wear and the office, though moderate sillage keeps it from being too attention-grabbing. The more intimate sillage and clean character also make it a decent choice for dates, while its lack of gravitas and occasional synthetic notes decrease its appropriateness for formal settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share White Floral, Citrus, Amber accords and Orange Blossom, Neroli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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