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Kenzo · Sold as feminine
Kenzo World
The bustling energy of a city street corner where fresh flower vendors mix with the scent of passing cars and the warmth of brick buildings.
Full bottle: Mid-range tier, typically $40–100. Links open each seller's own page. We may earn a commission; it never changes the order.
Kenzo WorldMid-range · $40–100
48%Similar accords, often for lessDream Angels Heavenly Flowers · Victoria's SecretBudget tier, under $40 · shares peony and floral notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Francis Kurkdjian created Kenzo World for the brand in 2016, positioning it as a vibrant floral with a modern twist. The fragrance opens with a burst of red fruits and peony, creating an immediate freshness that feels both sweet and bright. As it settles into its heart and base notes, Egyptian jasmine and ambroxan add depth and warmth, transforming the initial brightness into something more complex and inviting. Kenzo World captures the essence of the brand's multi-cultural influences, blending traditional floral elements with a contemporary edge.
Apply Kenzo World in light sprays to avoid overwhelming its nuanced layers. The red fruits top notes are fleeting, so wait a few minutes for the peony and jasmine to emerge before heading out. Best suited for daytime wear when its vibrant freshness can shine.
Fig. 01 — Kenzo World, Kenzo
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Francis Kurkdjian
The composer of lightFrancis Kurkdjian is among the most celebrated perfumers alive — a creative polymath whose work spans haute couture fragrance, contemporary art installations, and the founding of his own maison.
“It’s impossible to predict. Success doesn’t depend on you. It depends on the audience.”
Francis Kurkdjian · SLEEK, June 2026
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The originalKenzo WorldKenzo · Mid-range · $40–100Victoria's Secret · 2010Dream Angels Heavenly FlowersShares Peony and Floral notesunder $40★ 4.00 (47)
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What people
are saying.
A polarising scent: loved by 17%, disliked or hated by 35%.