Flower by Kenzo Legere Eau de Toilette bottle Flower by Kenzo Legere
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2015 Year 2023
££ Price Tier ££££
Zazen Eau de Parfum bottle Zazen

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Flower by Kenzo Legere Eau de Toilette
This lighter take on Kenzo Flower is a subtle crowd-pleaser for those who found the original a bit much. It's clean, gentle, and utterly inoffensive, though some find it a touch sharp or wish for stronger performance.
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Our Verdict - Zazen Eau de Parfum
Zazen is a divisive, unique scent, polarising some with its savoury green apple and rice notes, while others find it a wonderfully cozy and meditative experience. It's a true 'art form' fragrance that challenges expectations.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 10% 9%
Floral 21% 15%
Fruity 14% 11%
Green 13% 12%
Sweet 25% 31%
Warm 10% 15%
Woody 3% 3%
Earthy 5% 10%
Animalic 13% 14%
Fresh 16% 15%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
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Zazen EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Mandarin 34% vs 27%
Only in Flower by Kenzo Legere Eau de Toilette
Blackcurrant 34% Redcurrant Leaf 31%
Only in Zazen Eau de Parfum
Apple 40% Saffron 33%
Shared Notes
Violet 25% vs 24%
Only in Flower by Kenzo Legere Eau de Toilette
Rose 24% Hawthorn 18% Hedione 17% Opoponax 16%
Shared Notes
Musk 39% vs 35%
Only in Flower by Kenzo Legere Eau de Toilette
Incense 31% Vanilla 29%
Only in Zazen Eau de Parfum
Tonka Bean 36% Amber 29%

Accords

Flower by Kenzo Legere Eau de Toilette Zazen Eau de Parfum
100%
Floral
Green
100%
87%
Powdery
80%
Savory
83%
60%
Sweet
79%
73%
Violet Floral
78%
73%
Amber
57%
70%
Musky
60%
69%
Rose
57%
Fruity
66%
Lactonic
65%
56%
Fresh
61%
60%
Balsamic
100%
100%
Powdery shared
87%
80%
83%
Sweet shared
60%
79%
Violet Floral shared
73%
78%
Amber shared
73%
57%
Musky shared
70%
60%
69%
Fruity shared
57%
66%
65%
Fresh shared
56%
61%
60%

Performance

Flower by Kenzo Legere Eau de Toilette Zazen Eau de Parfum
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Flower by Kenzo Legere Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate projection and clean, light floral accords make it ideal for office and casual wear, as it's unlikely to offend. While some reviews mention weaker performance, its gentle nature suits everyday situations where subtlety is key.

Zazen Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its low sillage and moderate longevity make it suitable for office wear and casual settings, as it stays close to the skin without overwhelming. The unique, comforting profile is less fitting for formal events or sports, where something more potent or purely fresh might be preferred.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
86%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
87%
Accord
62%
Key Similarities

Both share Powdery, Sweet, Violet Floral accords and Violet, Musk notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Flower by Kenzo Legere Eau de Toilette
Zazen Eau de Parfum
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