HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Flower by Kenzo vs Opium
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
These two are closely matched on performance and price. The decision comes down to note preference: Flower by Kenzo leans fresher and more warm-weather-friendly, while Opium leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
87/100
Longevity
86/100
81/100
Sillage
84/100
18%
Day Wear
20%
82%
Night Wear
80%
29%
Spring
10%
4%
Summer
5%
29%
Autumn
40%
38%
Winter
45%
250
Value (lower price wins)
143
Flower by Kenzo
Top
bulgarian rose, mandarin orange, blackcurrant
Heart
violet, hawthorn, jasmine
Base
vanilla, white musk, incense
Opium
Top
Clove, Pepper, Bay Leaf, Mandarin
Heart
Carnation, Myrrh, Cinnamon, Jasmine
Base
Labdanum, Benzoin, Patchouli, Vanilla
Shared Notes (2)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Flower by Kenzo or Opium better?
These two are closely matched on performance and price. The decision comes down to note preference: Flower by Kenzo leans fresher and more warm-weather-friendly, while Opium leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
Which lasts longer, Flower by Kenzo or Opium?
Flower by Kenzo lasts longer. Flower by Kenzo is rated very long lasting (10-12h) while Opium is rated long lasting (8h - 10h).
Do Flower by Kenzo and Opium smell similar?
They share 2 notes: jasmine, vanilla. There is some overlap, but each retains a distinct identity.
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