Yellow Royal Eau de Parfum vs Body Kouros Eau de Toilette

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View Liquid → Yellow Royal EDP

View Liquid → Body Kouros EDT

Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Yellow Royal EDP

Yellow Royal chases Serge Lutens Ambre Sultan, the benchmark herbal amber: the thick resinous-amber base tempered by dry bay leaf and oregano comes through, with vanilla and benzoin lending warmth. The dupe flattens the original's gooey, three-dimensional resin and clips its strong sillage, wearing skin-close, but as a budget amber it captures the distinctive herbal-sweet character for a fraction of the price.

Statement

Our Verdict - Body Kouros EDT

This one's a cult classic, polarising some but adored by many as a divine, unique masterpiece. Forget the original Kouros; Body Kouros is its own beast - a sexy, warm, and mysterious scent that's sadly discontinued but definitely worth seeking out.

Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Yellow Royal EDP

Body Kouros EDT

Notes

Top Notes

Bay Leaf 38% Sandalwood 32% Coriander 30%

Top Notes

Eucalyptus 53% Incense 47%

Heart Notes

Resin 29% Patchouli 25% Myrrh 25% Angelica 21%

Heart Notes

Cedar 52% Clary Sage 48%

Base Notes

Amber 28% Vanilla 22% Benzoin 20% Oregano 17% Myrtle 14%

Base Notes

Benzoin 100%

Only in Yellow Royal

Bay Leaf 38% Sandalwood 32% Coriander 30%

Only in Body Kouros

Eucalyptus 53% Incense 47%

Only in Yellow Royal

Resin 29% Patchouli 25% Myrrh 25% Angelica 21%

Only in Body Kouros

Cedar 52% Clary Sage 48%

Shared Notes

Benzoin 19% vs 100%

Only in Yellow Royal

Amber 28% Vanilla 22% Oregano 17% Myrtle 14%

Accords

Yellow Royal Body Kouros

95%

Amber

100%

50%

Woody

78%

65%

Aromatic

55%

60%

Warm Spicy

63%

55%

Sweet

45%

Smoky

55%

Camphor

55%

Balsamic

54%

Vanilla

45%

Amber shared

95%

100%

Woody shared

50%

78%

Aromatic shared

65%

55%

Warm Spicy shared

60%

63%

Sweet

55%

Smoky shared

45%

55%

Camphor

55%

Balsamic

54%

Vanilla

45%

Performance

Yellow Royal Body Kouros

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Intimate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Yellow Royal

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

A thick resinous amber with warm vanilla and dry herbs feels at home in cold weather and heavy in summer.

Occasions

Also Works:

Date Casual Formal

Its bold, sensual amber character leans evenings, dates and formal nights over the office or sport.

Body Kouros

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Its warm, sensual, and amber-heavy profile makes it perfect for date nights and intimate occasions. While some find it too strong for the office, its unique character and moderate sillage mean it can work in casual settings.