Kenneth Cole 2009 EDT

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Kenneth Cole Vintage Black

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Kenneth Cole Kenneth Cole Vintage Black is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2009. Kenneth Cole Vintage Black opens with Green Notes and Grapefruit, settles into a heart of Lime, Lavender, and Pepper, and dries down to a base of Oak and Sandalwood. Kenneth Cole's Kenneth Cole Vintage Black carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

Seriously polarising: some people absolutely adore this uplifting lime bomb, while others find it a synthetic headache in a bottle. Despite its name, there's nothing 'vintage' or 'black' about this fresh, citrus-heavy scent. A cheapie that punches above its weight for some.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Playful
  • Classic
  • Cozy
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Kenneth Cole Vintage Black Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Grapefruit58%
Green Notes42%
Heartas listed
Lime44%
Lavender30%
Pepper26%
Baseas listed
Oak52%
Sandalwood48%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh, citrusy profile makes it ideal for casual wear, especially in warmer weather, and some enjoy it for day-to-day office use. However, its often-criticised performance means it's not the best choice for events requiring strong, long-lasting projection.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT., PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), AQUA (WATER/EAU), LIMONENE, LINALOOL, ALPHA-IOSMETHYL IONONE, CITRAL, COUMARIN, GERANIOL, BENZYL ALCOHOL, BENZYL BENZOATE, CITRONELLOL.

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

About

Opens with an energetic blast of lime and grapefruit, sharp and zesty, rounded out by a green accord that feels like fresh foliage. This vibrant citrus heart then softens into a lavender and pepper duet, adding a subtle, aromatic spice. The dry down is anchored by classic woody notes of oak and sandalwood, grounding the initial brightness with a touch of warmth.

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