Kenzo 1988 Edt

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Kenzo

by Françoise Caron

Kenzo Kenzo is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1988, created by Françoise Caron. The fragrance opens with Peach, Orange Blossom, Plum, and Spicy, settles into a heart of Orris, Rose, Lily Of The Valley, and Caraway, and dries down to a base of Patchouli, Oakmoss, Musk, and Amber.

Our verdict on Kenzo: Acquired

A legendary 80s powerhouse white floral that polarises opinion: some find it a gorgeous, complex masterpiece; others a dated, overwhelming floral bomb. You either adore its vibrant, unapologetic essence or dismiss it as too vintage, harking back to a forgotten era.
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  • Bold
  • Classic
  • Luxurious
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
Kenzo Eau de Toilette bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 10%
Floral 25%
Fruity 12%
Green 5%
Sweet 27%
Warm 16%
Woody 12%
Earthy 17%
Animalic 9%
Fresh 9%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

White Floral
100%
Woody
78%
Warm Spicy
66%
Citrus
63%
Fruity
63%

Notes

Top Notes

Peach 19% Spicy 18% Orange Blossom 18% Plum 16% Mandarin 15% Bergamot 14%

Heart Notes

Tuberose 12% Sandalwood 11% Coriander 9% Caraway 9% Gardenia 9% Ylang-Ylang 8% Carnation 8% Jasmine 8% Cedar 7% Orris 7% Rose 6% Lily Of The Valley 6%

Base Notes

Oakmoss 23% Amber 21% Patchouli 20% Musk 18% Vanilla 17%

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent projection and full-bodied nature make it less suitable for office or casual daytime wear where subtlety is preferred. However, its elegance and complexity are perfect for formal events and intimate date nights, as many users describe it as a 'statement' fragrance for special occasions.

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Opens with a rich, fruity burst of peach and plum, brightened by orange blossom and a hint of bergamot, before evolving into a lavish bouquet of white florals-tuberose, gardenia, and jasmine-interwoven with rose and warm spices like caraway. The opulent heart settles into a grounding base of oakmoss, amber, and patchouli, lending an earthy, musky depth that lingers, creating a full-bodied, almost balsamic trail.

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