Kobe

20 reseñas

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• Tutan

  January 26, 2018

  

  Neroli, spices and oud. This is a very special fragrance. It has plenty of neroli, but loads of it, and at the same time, it’s very masculine and spicy. The oud is the base, like the canvas on which this picture is painted. Generally, I think neroli perfumes smell very good, but they tend to fade quickly and smell only clean. This is a different case. The longevity is impressive, and the clean scent is complemented by spices that make it sexy, dominant and attractive. This is, for me, the perfect signature cologne, with the only drawback being that it’s a bit pricey and very hard to get. One of my favourite colognes is Chanel Allure White Edition, and Kobe, bridging the gap since one is lemon-based and the other neroli, makes me feel very similar, albeit with two more levels of potency. Kobe, much as I dislike it, is on another level. Longevity 8 hours projecting and 4 on skin. Rating: 9.5 Would I buy it: Yes

• laenfermeria

  August 31, 2019

  

  I remember the first time I tried it, it was unpleasant—a citrus bomb with a bitter edge that triggered some subconscious evolutionary alert system, making me reject it for survival reasons, fearing it might be toxic. Two sprays later, I ordered it without a second thought, and now it’s one of my favourites. I can’t deny that my initial rating of ‘I don’t like it’ has turned into a convinced ‘I love it’. I believe no other fragrance has made me change my mind so radically; it clearly reflects an evolution in how I appreciate perfume. Kobe demands an approach without prejudice, with an open mind and no fear of risk… the lesson is that it’s worth the gamble, which is why this review has been so hard to write: it’s difficult to live up to something so devilishly good. Like Nio from the same house, it’s a fresh fragrance to the max, lasting infinitely with undeniable quality, though they take totally different paths; while Nio is a friendly citrus, a bomb of incredible freshness perfect for a family afternoon playing with the children, Kobe is a neroli beast ideal for the heat, but far from innocent, it would make me feel ‘dirty’ in that family setting. Kobe is very, very sensual (in bold, underlined and italicised terms), a super-attractive and warrior-like fragrance, unisex and nocturnal… in summer with the heat, it poses more danger to flying insects than a candle flame. Be warned!

• laenfermeria

  September 3, 2019

  

  The first time I tried it, I was disgusted, a citrus bomb with a bitter touch that activated my survival instinct against something that seemed toxic. But after two more sprays, I ordered it without hesitation, and now it’s one of my favourites. My initial rating of ‘I don’t like it’ has turned into a total ‘I love it’. No other perfume has changed my opinion so radically; I believe it reflects my evolution as a user. Kobe asks to be tried without prejudice, with an open mind and no fear of risk… the lesson is that it’s worth taking a risk, and that’s why it’s been hard to write this: it’s complicated to live up to something so devilish. Like Nio, it’s pure, hard-core freshness that lasts forever, but they are different paths: Nio is a friendly citrus for playing with children, whereas Kobe is a neroli beast for the heat that, far from being innocent, would make me feel ‘dirty’ in that family setting. It is very sensual (for real, explicit), super-attractive, warrior-like, unisex and nocturnal… in summer with the heat, it has more danger than a candle for insects. Be warned!

• Sacowea

  April 24, 2021

  

  Rustic and stately (with a lot of money)

• angie666

  May 17, 2021

  

  To me, this perfume smells awful. I had a decant I used twice, and it didn’t appeal to me at all, so I threw it away and washed my hands until the ‘stench’ was gone. I wouldn’t wish smelling this on anyone else, honestly…

• Olfactory Memories

  August 24, 2021

  

  There’s been a lot of media fuss about this fragrance, partly thanks to the ‘Vendehumo’ hype on YouTube. To me, it comes across as flat and boring, failing to stand out in any way. Far from smelling ‘natural’ or offering quality (with that price tag, one would expect better), mind you, it doesn’t smell bad; it’s just another one I’m indifferent towards—a ‘meh’, a ‘never mind’. On top of that, it’s outrageously priced for what I believe it offers. But as with everything, this is my personal take on the scent; it doesn’t convince me, though others clearly do, as there’s nothing to complain about regarding its performance. As always, test on skin first and decide if it’s worth it. ⭐️ ⭐️ ☆ ☆ ☆

• cbuttaci

  June 12, 2022

  

  Agreeing with Olfactory Memories: it’s sold on the quantity of ‘Vendehumos’ from YouTube. I bought it based on them. I love it; it has the labdanum, which is one of my favourite scents; it’s fresh and stately. Any drawbacks? First, at that price, it should last 8 hours or more, but on my skin, it doesn’t go past 2. Yesterday I used Afrika Olifant by Nishane and it lasted 24 hours. I cite this to clarify that it’s not my skin, it’s the perfume. Given its longevity, it shouldn’t cost more than $20 for the bottle. With that price and zero longevity with poor sillage, the bottle should be at least one litre to carry portable mini-bottles and reapply every two hours. In conclusion, the fragrance is fantastic, but the price isn’t in line with the poor longevity and sillage. I hope Xerjoff provides, at the same price, a 2-litre bottle so it’s worth it. I recommend buying a sample first; on my skin, it lasts less than 2 hours.

• cbuttaci

  July 4, 2022

  

  I agree with Olfactory Memories; this fragrance is sold largely due to the abundance of ‘Vendehumo’ videos on YouTube. I was one of those who bought it based on them. The fragrance itself is fantastic; it has labdanum, which is one of my favourite scents, it’s quite fresh and stately. What are the drawbacks? First, given the cost, it should last eight hours or more, but on my skin it doesn’t go past two. Yesterday I used Afrika Olifant by Nishane and it lasted 24 hours; I cite this to clarify that it’s not my skin’s fault, but the perfume’s. Given its longevity, it shouldn’t cost more than $20 for a bottle. With the price it commands, its longevity and extremely poor projection, the bottle should be a minimum of one litre so people can carry portable mini-bottles and reapply every two hours. In conclusion, the fragrance is fantastic, but its price is not in line with its extremely deficient longevity and projection. I hope Xerjoff provides us, at the same price, a bottle of a couple of litres so it’s worth buying. I recommend you buy a sample first and test it on your skin; on mine, it lasts less than two hours!!!

• F.Valenzuela Salfate

  September 5, 2022

  

  Kobe is a neroli bomb that lasts about 7 or 8 hours on my skin. Its trail is moderate, and the scent is mostly neroli over quality wood, with a dirty touch. I think it’s an excellent signature fragrance, although the price is a bit high; if you’re looking for a citrus scent for summer on a budget, I recommend Renaissance, because for less money you get 100ml. I’ve read many negative comments, and I think they only tried it a couple of times. In my opinion, Kobe is an acquired taste that needs time to appreciate that mix of neroli and oud, of high quality and very enjoyable for spring-summer. I understand that due to the high price, some expect it to last all day, but personally I think it meets the 7-8 hours that most citrus fragrances have.

• F.Valenzuela Salfate

  September 13, 2022

  

  Kobe is a neroli bomb. On my skin, it lasts 7-8 hours with moderate sillage. It’s lots of neroli over a quality wood base, somewhat dirty. I think it’s an excellent signature perfume, although the price is high. If you’re looking for something citrusy for summer and budget-friendly, try Renaissance: for less money, you get 100ml. I think the negatives only tried it a couple of times; in my opinion, it’s an acquired taste that needs time to appreciate the neroli and oud blend. It feels like great quality and is pleasant for spring-summer. I understand that with the price, all-day longevity is expected, but personally, I think it meets the typical 7-8 hours for citrus scents.

• Greenwich72

  September 26, 2022

  

  Haha, I couldn’t take it anymore with @Olfactory Memories’ comment on ‘Véndemehumos’ from the YouTube factory (Mr. J). I understood the reference and agree. At that price, it should last all day. I like it a lot, but the neroli disappears before 2 hours. Seems like a rip-off.

• J. O. S. F

  September 27, 2022

  

  The first time I tried it, it seemed a disaster, very strange due to that Brazilian rosewood note that doesn’t suit me at all, but in Kobe it’s well tamed. Over time, it caught me, and now I think it’s a scent that you like more the more you use it. It has good longevity and trail, and it’s super versatile. You have to give it time because it’s delicious. Another Xerjoff for ever 🥰

• J. O. S. F

  October 12, 2022

  

  I tried it and didn’t like it at first; it seemed strange due to the Brazilian rosewood, but here it’s well-worked. Over time, it caught me; it’s a scent that grows on you. It has good longevity and sillage, very versatile. You need to give it time because it’s delicious. Another Xerjoff for life.

• guslemme

  November 16, 2022

  

  A singular composition due to the contrast between the citrus-floral opening and the oud and amber base. The opening smells like pure neroli, like baby cologne. Then it evolves into something complex, sensual, and mature. It wasn’t particularly attractive to me, but it’s well-constructed with an interesting evolution. Normal performance, rather discreet.

• Perfu_Manu

  May 11, 2023

  

  Exceptional fragrance, among my favourites. It’s an ultra-luxury cologne for low-to-medium temperatures, ideal for autumn and spring (for summer, I recommend Nio). A super-concentrated neroli with a base that gives it incredible intensity and distinction. Exceptional quality components. Lasts a long time; I don’t understand the criticism, perhaps they were cheated or sold a watery decant. It easily lasts 10 hours projecting and over 12 hours close to the skin. A über-cologne. Top top.

• Alejandrohdezruiz

  August 14, 2023

  

  I’m not an expert in notes, but after buying it, I know I shouldn’t rely on comments. It starts citrusy, but so bitter and acidic that it’s unpleasant. When it dries, it doesn’t smell fresh. It resembles a dark Acqua di Parma Essenza, not a barbershop scent. I don’t see it for summer; in the Canaries, it lasted three days in February. Two points: anyone saying it smells like Nenuco must be over 100 and not remember its real scent, and anyone comparing it to Chanel Allure Édition Blanc boosted hasn’t tried it. An egg and a chestnut.

• juancarlosrodriguez_rd

  November 12, 2023

  

  Smells like supermarket baby cologne in a large plastic bottle. I wouldn’t spend my money on this; I’m not saying it’s good or bad, it’s a matter of taste, but it’s the only Xerjoff I wouldn’t buy.

• Carcanuelo

  January 1, 2024

  

  If you’re looking for pure citrus, forget this. Anyone claiming it smells like baby cologne hasn’t tried it. The Kobe neroli isn’t clean or soapy; it’s buried under a dense, low-quality sweetness, mixed with styrax, tonka bean, and chemical amber that can’t compete with a good vanilla. It’s probably intentional, with a sweet smoky touch of palo santo and oud that turns this fragrance into an innocent youth dragged by friends to taverns. That ‘dirtiness’ and density achieve an elegant result. Four sprays are enough, not due to performance (which is there), but because pure neroli can saturate. I’m not upset with the high quality, but with YouTube reviews describing it poorly. If you love Neroli Portofino or Acqua di Parma, abstain. Ideal for elegant situations, spring, autumn, winter, or summer nights, unisex with an addictive animalistic touch that makes it exclusive. Neroli at its peak maturity.

• Nanox7

  October 28, 2025

  

  Concentrated Nenuco.

• Nanox7

  November 1, 2025

  

  Nenuco concentrated, but not the childish kind.