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Kenzo 2016 EDP

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Kenzo Homme

by Olivier Pescheux , Natalie Gracia-Cetto

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Kenzo Kenzo Homme is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Olivier Pescheux and Natalie Gracia-Cetto. Kenzo Homme opens with Citrus, Cardamom, and Mint, settles into a heart of Sea Water, Spicy, and Sage, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Sandalwood, Vetiver, and Vanilla. Kenzo's Kenzo Homme carries a Favourite verdict, a aromatic-led wear.

Kenzo Homme EDP: polarising! Enthusiasts hail it as a crowd-pleasing, long-lasting Invictus-alternative for warm weather, while detractors dismiss it as generic, synthetic, and a mere 'shower gel' scent with no link to the original Kenzo Homme. A definite try-before-you-buy job.
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Energetic
  • Modern
  • Confident
Kenzo Homme Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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 Date

Its fresh, mass-appealing aquatic profile makes it highly suitable for casual wear and sports, as many reviewers highlight its year-round versatility and suitability for hot weather. The moderate sillage allows it to pass in an office setting, but its 'Invictus-like' sweetness might be too informal for truly formal events.

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About

Opens with a brisk, exhilarating burst of mint and citrus, sharpened by a hint of cardamom, reminiscent of a fresh sea breeze. This vibrant start quickly settles into a marine heart, where salty sea notes mingle with a subtle spicy current and the clean herbaceousness of sage. The drydown unveils a smooth, woody base of vetiver, cedar, and sandalwood, softened by a touch of vanilla, adding warmth and depth to its aquatic character.