Kouros
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| M | Gender | U |
| 1981 | Year | 1988 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Passion
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Kouros is a divisive legend that pulls no punches: animalic, musky, and unapologetically masculine, it wears like a feral white marble statue. The ultimate statement for those who crave power, complexity, and vintage bravado.
Passion is properly divisive: a beastly, gothic powder-bomb, beloved by those who want to smell dark and mysterious, but completely overwhelming for others. Definitely a 'try before you buy' to see if you're a vamp or a victim.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 7% | 4% |
| Floral | 18% | 25% |
| Fruity | 1% | 3% |
| Green | 15% | 8% |
| Sweet | 17% | 20% |
| Warm | 16% | 14% |
| Woody | 8% | 11% |
| Earthy | 14% | 13% |
| Animalic | 13% | 16% |
| Fresh | 17% | 12% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Kouros is a powerhouse with heavy animalic, musky and spicy notes that suit colder weather, giving it a dominant presence in fall and winter. Its intensity can overwhelm in the summer heat but works well in the transitional and cooler months.
Occasions
This is a bold, commanding fragrance best suited for formal occasions or evening wear when you want to make a statement. Its assertiveness and projection can be too much for the office or casual/sporty settings.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its nuclear projection and lasting power make it too potent for office wear, but perfect for dates and formal events where you want to make a statement. Reviewers often mention wearing it for 'naughty nights' or 'gothic' occasions rather than casual daytime activities.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Powdery, Animalic, Warm Spicy accords and Orris, Civet notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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