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Kenzo Homme (EDT)

1991

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Versions Timeline

1991

Kenzo Homme EDT (Original Release)

Price Range
$27 – $60

Estimated price range, including all bottle sizes

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Perfumers

Christian Mathieu

"Kenzo Homme EDT, originally known as Kenzo Pour Homme, is a landmark masculine aquatic fragrance first introduced in 1991. Created by Christian Mathieu, it became known for pairing marine freshness with green woods, spices, and an iodine-like seaside character that stood apart from cleaner blue fragrances of the era. Its identity is often described as a woody aquatic with a salty, oceanic core and a darker, more resinous drydown than many mainstream marine scents. Search evidence also indicates the fragrance has undergone reformulations and bottle presentation changes over time while retaining the recognizable curved bamboo silhouette. The fragrance remains notable for its naturalistic sea impression and for being one of the surviving early-1990s aquatic men's classics. In current market language, it is often referred to as Kenzo Homme Eau de Toilette, though enthusiasts still connect it to the original Kenzo Pour Homme lineage."

Ideal Environment

Best Seasons

Spring
Summer
Fall

Ideal Weather

Sunny
Humid
Mild
Windy

Moods

Fresh
Confident
Calm
Sophisticated
Adventurous

Occasions

Casual
Daily Use
Vacation
Travel
Outdoor Activity

Fun Facts

The original fragrance is widely associated with a distinctive curved bamboo-inspired bottle design.

It is frequently cited by reviewers as one of the more authentic and characterful marine fragrances from the early 1990s.

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Aromatic Profile

0m/8h
Top Notes
1x
AquaticFreshSpicyGreenWoodyFloralEarthyResinousChypre

What Changed

Original 1991 launch of the fragrance later marketed within the Kenzo Homme lineage; subsequent reformulations and bottle presentation updates are documented in later market history.

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

0–1h 12m

marine notes
calone
ozonic notes
nutmeg
fennel
Middle Notes

1h 12m–3h 36m

pine needles
jasmine
leaves
Base Notes

3h 36m–8h

cedarwood
oakmoss
sandalwood
vetiver
labdanum
rosewood

Performance

Longevity
80%

Long-lasting (6-8h)

Sillage
70%

Strong

Reviews Summary

“Reviewer and community commentary consistently frames the original Kenzo Homme/Kenzo Pour Homme as a classic marine masculine scent with an unusually vivid oceanic and iodine-like character. It is praised for feeling more natural, deeper, and woodier than many generic aquatics, with some users calling it one of the best classic marine fragrances. Feedback suggests solid performance for an aquatic, typically with noticeable projection early on and several hours of wear. Some comparisons with newer editions indicate enthusiasts often prefer the original for its complexity and more nuanced seaweed-woody balance.”

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