8th Avenue
| Edp | Concentration | Edt |
| F | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2018 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Kenzo World
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A budget-friendly tribute to Guerlain Champs-Elysees, 8th Avenue serves up the same powdery mimosa and almond-blossom register at a fraction of the price. Sunny, soft, and unmistakably feminine - daytime floral wear for the wearer who knows the original by heart.
A divisive scent that some adore for its clean, comforting Nivea-like aura, while others find it unremarkable, synthetic, or headache-inducing. It's a soft, feminine floral for those who want a gentle, inoffensive presence, but don't expect anything groundbreaking.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 20% | 10% |
| Floral | 95% | 36% |
| Fruity | 40% | 15% |
| Green | 30% | 8% |
| Sweet | 40% | 25% |
| Warm | 35% | 3% |
| Woody | 30% | 8% |
| Earthy | 10% | 2% |
| Animalic | 5% | 6% |
| Fresh | 45% | 20% |
Mood
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Powdery mimosa and almond blossom anchor it firmly in spring, with mild summer crossover on warmer days. The lack of resinous warmth or heavy gourmand sweetness keeps it off the winter shelf.
Occasions
Intimate sillage and a soft, ladylike floral register fit casual wear and office days well; daytime dates work in spring weather. Lacks the projection and gravitas for formal evenings or sport.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its soft sillage and 'clean' character make it ideal for office wear and casual daytime outings, as many reviewers noted its inoffensiveness. However, its understated nature means it won't shine for dates or formal events where a more impactful fragrance is often preferred.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Fresh, Powdery accords and Rose, Almond Blossom notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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