Madly Kenzo! by Kenzo

What a strange perfume! It was a gift and I never liked it. I tried wearing it because it was Kenzo, but no. I don’t know how to describe it: very strong, synthetic, spiced, incense-like, and peculiar. I can’t even use it as a room freshener; on top of that, it lasts forever! And it seems that when a scent doesn’t please you, it lasts even longer!

It reminds me of all Kenzo fragrances: an excessive oriental touch, almost artificial, plus amber with notes of pepper and incense that make a bomb. It was a gift I used a few times across different seasons before it overwhelmed me until I put it away and gave it away. The good thing is that it has good sillage and longevity, as is often the case with the brand.

It disappointed me. It’s very strong and synthetic. Too spicy for my taste.

I bought it years ago because I let myself be led by the seller. It was cheap and I didn’t know much, so I let myself be convinced. A huge mistake I never repeated; I don’t give much value to what they try to sell me. A fragrance that is too overwhelming and synthetic. It gave me a headache. I have no good memories of this perfume.

My sister used the Madly EDT and I liked it, but not for me to wear… When a friend made me try this EDP, I fell in love. It’s quite different. It’s super woody, balsamic with a very subtle and integrated smoky note. Citrus sparks of orange rise from a dry and deep base of incense with earthy and delicate vanilla. After a while, a subtle hint of rose is perceived and it becomes more powdery. What a shame it has been discontinued, with how difficult it is to find women’s perfumes with incense… The journey to get a big, enormous, giant bottle of this precious juice begins.

I got lucky obtaining this fragrance for free. They gave it to me as a gift in a store for buying two other perfumes. I had already tried it there and loved it, so when, with some reluctance from the staff trying to close the sale, they told me they were giving it to me as a gift and I saw that violet bottle, I couldn’t be happier. Kenzo Madly Eau de Parfum is precious wood filled with incense, pepper, and a light floral touch. I don’t feel it evolves much on my skin. I can’t deny it’s one of my favourites and when I read it has incense, I secretly hope it’s like this fragrance’s incense. It would be my love of my life, but unfortunately its longevity is low and its sillage is poor. But that doesn’t take away from it being a Hindu temple trapped in a stylish bottle. Femininity, spirituality, and sex, all in one.

I was gifted a lovely 4ml miniature. Upon seeing the box and bottle, I imagined something floral, fruity, and fresh, perhaps youthful. However, upon trying it on my skin… a shock! It was the exact opposite of what I expected. It smells of an older person, nothing elegant. It gave me nausea and a headache. I’m not saying it’s a bad fragrance; in terms of quality, it’s spectacular—the longevity and sillage are impressive and it clings to me. I repeat: it’s excellent in quality, longevity, and projection, but this is my opinion based on my tastes. It’s a very particular fragrance. A big NO for blind buys. My advice: test it first and don’t be fooled by the beautiful packaging.

I find it sweet, soft, and woody; you can smell the musk. Besides the orange, I detect pepper. It’s an elegant yet casual tone, an ideal urban perfume for the office, school, or consulting room. I’d wear it in autumn; it’s warm, but in summer only at night. It reminds me of Elizabeth Arden’s Provocative… I owned it and gifted it because on my skin it developed too much pepper and then I couldn’t stand it. In contrast, Madly is softer, more sober, and even attractive to the opposite sex. Recommended for 30 years and up.

I adore this perfume! I searched for it for a long time and was lucky to find it on discount. I love its sandalwood scent; it’s like being in a Hindu temple full of flowers.

I just bought it and put it on my wrist. I understand why they discontinued it in the Argentine market. I think it doesn’t represent the Latin American woman, but rather a much more European one. It represents a strong, professional woman with a lot of presence. Not suitable for a macho audience. On my skin, pepper and cedar predominate. It’s a 10 for the day and autumn/winter. It creates a scene, with medium to strong sillage. It makes you feel clean and fresh, adorned but subtle. I think it suits simple outfits in neutral tones; perhaps for me, it would be too strong with bright floral prints. That’s where its name, Madly, plays a role.

I LOVE IT! I DON’T HAVE IT ANYMORE, IT’S NO LONGER AVAILABLE IN ARGENTINA AND I WANT TO HAVE IT AGAIN. I LIKED IT SO MUCH, I RECEIVED MANY COMPLIMENTS. IT’S A SCENT I CAN’T EXPLAIN!

I tried it with a friend. On me, it really stank. Very strong, extremely strong, I couldn’t stop feeling an intense incense aroma that even gave me a headache. The sillage and longevity are truly intense. However, on my friend, it looked really good, much softer and more sober, very particular. A perfume not for everyone, but very interesting for those who can carry it.

My husband gave this to me thinking I’d try it because I’m a perfume fanatic and then hate it. I gave it away instantly; it felt as though I’d draped myself in a hundred sticks of incense. It seemed heavy and uncomfortable. If you use it, avoid the day and the heat.

I am a woman who adores Kenzo fragrances, and I must admit that Madly doesn’t appeal to me much: on my skin it doesn’t seem like a floral oriental scent, rather it takes on an unflattering smell that reminds me of a synthetic pear or apple perfume. A creation that’s not very risky and clearly destined for mass sales. However, it can be pleasant if you are a fan of DKNY fruity perfumes or similar brands. It has medium longevity and moderate sillage. It’s not recommended for special occasions; it’s more of a daily, informal scent.