Kenzo 188 Perfume Review

Designed by Ron Arad, this cylinder-shaped bottle is made of zamac, a metal alloy, and can be held in the palm of your hand. It was inspired by a Japanese paperweight and has been featured in retrospective exhibits at the Centre Pompidou in Paris and at MOMA in New York. The opalescent glass is coated with a black lacquer. The fragrance inside is a kitchen sink spice of epic proportions, making milquetoasts blush and driving certain sensitive souls to glower.

Kenzo188 include heliotrope and plumeria, topped with a starchy note that resembles dried tomatoes and shades the bright elements like white tea. The whole is rounded by vanilla and a musk with a slight tinge of incense, creating an olfactory experience that's both sweet and warm.

Infused with floral and woody notes, this fragrance is an all-time classic that represents the essence of the brand. It's also a cult perfume with an unforgettable scent that's perfect for any occasion. This perfume is a must-have for every Kenzo collector.

Kenzo is an international luxury fashion house founded by designer Kenzo Takada. Kenzo188 is credited with bringing Asian and Japanese influenced style to the forefront of European fashion. The label was launched in 1970 and combines traditional Japanese lines with influences of nature and multiculturalism. Takada studied at Bunka Fashion College in Tokyo and moved to Paris to launch his first store, which was named the Jungle Jap boutique. The Kenzo label expanded to men's, women's and children's fashion, then to shoes, accessories and home decor in the 1980s. The brand was purchased by LVMH in 1993.

Stylishly edgy, this semi-casual pairing of a Kenzo navy blazer and khaki chinos will easily elevate any day-to-day look. Add a touch of masculine elegance to this outfit with dark brown leather oxford shoes.