Kenzo 2008 Parfum

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Kenzo Amour Le Parfum

by Daphné Bugey

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Kenzo Kenzo Amour Le Parfum is a Parfum launched in 2008, created by Daphné Bugey. Kenzo Amour Le Parfum opens with Rice and Incense, settles into a heart of Patchouli and Frangipani, and dries down to a base of Amber, Vanilla, and Benzoin. Kenzo's Kenzo Amour Le Parfum carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

A legendary scent, oft-mourned and highly sought after since its discontinuation. This oriental gem takes the original Amour's comforting rice-pudding sweetness and enriches it with a deep, smoky incense and benzoin embrace. It's a powerhouse of warmth and sophistication, but be warned: a light touch is key to avoid overwhelming its magic.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Mysterious
  • Cozy
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Kenzo Amour Le Parfum Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Incense57%
Rice43%
Heartas listed
Frangipani55%
Patchouli45%
Baseas listed
Vanilla37%
Benzoin33%
Amber30%

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and longevity, combined with its rich amber and incense profile, makes it less suited for a daily office wear. However, these same characteristics, along with its 'intoxicating' and 'sensual' nature mentioned by reviewers, make it perfect for date nights and formal events, particularly in cooler weather.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Imagine stepping into a warmly lit, ancient temple, where the air is thick with the sweet, creamy aroma of basmati rice, intertwined with hypnotic spirals of incense. Golden frangipani blossoms add a touch of exotic floral luxury, while a deep vein of earthy patchouli grounds the composition. The drydown melts into a rich, balsamic amber, warmed by sticky vanilla and resinous benzoin, creating an intoxicating, long-lasting embrace.

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