Kobako Eau de Parfum bottle Kobako
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1936 Year 2018
£ Price Tier ££
Frénésie Eau de Parfum bottle Frénésie

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Kobako
This cult classic is a divisive beast: some hail it as a stunning, sensual masterpiece with vintage allure, while others recoil from its intense, 'old-school' animalic and aldehydic punch. Not for the faint of heart, but utterly captivating for those who dare.
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Our Verdict - Frénésie
This one's a shapeshifter, mate. Some reckon it's a classy, clean floral, while others pick up on a divisive oud and incense combo that can be a bit much. Definitely try before you buy, especially if you're sensitive to strong notes.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 8% 11%
Floral 31% 40%
Fruity 2% 4%
Green 2% 4%
Sweet 17% 17%
Warm 11% 8%
Woody 2% 2%
Earthy 4% 2%
Animalic 28% 30%
Fresh 20% 16%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Kobako EdP
Frénésie EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Rose 14% vs 17%
Gardenia 13% vs 35%
Shared Notes
Musk 31% vs 100%

Accords

Kobako Frénésie
100%
White Floral
62%
60%
Floral
100%
84%
Animalic
83%
Musky
58%
73%
Aldehydic
70%
Powdery
68%
Fresh
50%
62%
Amber
66%
56%
Citrus
60%
58%
Cinnamon
Rose
56%
Oud
52%
Lactonic
50%
White Floral shared
100%
62%
Floral shared
60%
100%
84%
Musky shared
83%
58%
73%
70%
Fresh shared
68%
50%
Amber shared
62%
66%
Citrus shared
56%
60%
58%
56%
Oud
52%
50%

Performance

Kobako Frénésie
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Kobako

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent projection and intense, animalic depth make it entirely unsuitable for office wear or casual outings. However, its bold and sensual character, combined with excellent longevity, makes it perfect for formal events or intimate dates where you want to make a lasting impression.

Frénésie

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

With its fresh, clean, and often 'unobtrusive' floral-musky profile, this scent is suitable for casual and everyday wear, including the office, though some find it quite strong. Its versatility and 'effortlessly seductive' quality also make it a fine choice for dates. The more intense and 'nuclear' oud versions would be less appropriate for formal or sport settings.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
87%
Accord
62%
Key Similarities

Both share Floral, Amber, White Floral accords and Rose, Magnolia notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Kobako
Frénésie
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