Kimono by d'Annam
Brand: d'Annam
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
A blossom-viewing kimono: magnolia and silk with rice flour and a powdery lipstick accord.
Is Kimono worth it?
How it smells: Opens with magnolia and silk, rice flour and lipstick at the heart, then dries down to powdery notes.
Scent Score: 46/100 (Fair). Doesn't stand out. Pairs well with fewer fragrances than most. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 40, versatility 67, layerability 36 and value 40, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Fades fast. Plan to reapply. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Spring and fall, for daytime and dates. Layering: Best worn on its own. Leans: Feminine.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2024 · Women
Key accords: Magnolia, Silk, Rice Flour, Lipstick, Powdery Notes
Top Notes
- Magnolia
- Silk
Heart Notes
- Rice Flour
- Lipstick
Base Notes
- Powdery Notes
Occasions: Daytime, Date Night
Seasons: Spring, Fall
Fragrance overview
Kimono by d'Annam belongs to the floral fragrance family. A blossom-viewing kimono: magnolia and silk with rice flour and a powdery lipstick accord. Kimono opens with Magnolia and Silk. The heart brings Rice Flour and Lipstick. It dries down to Powdery Notes.
How to wear Kimono
On skin, Kimono by d'Annam has longevity of 6-8 hours, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring and fall. Reach for it for daytime and date night. Its best layering match in the catalog is Musk Therapy by Initio Parfums Privés. Apply Kimono first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Musk Therapy on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Kimono : 2 sprays Musk Therapy and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Kimono opens with Magnolia and Silk.
The heart brings Rice Flour and Lipstick.
It dries down to Powdery Notes.
What to layer with Kimono
Musk Therapy by Initio Parfums Privés
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 95/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share magnolia.
Order: Apply Kimono first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Musk Therapy on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Kimono : 2 sprays Musk Therapy
Cannabis by Malin+Goetz
Signature Worthy · 95/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share magnolia.
Order: Apply Kimono first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Cannabis on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Kimono : 2 sprays Cannabis
Checkmate by Mind Games
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 94/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share magnolia.
Order: Apply Kimono first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Checkmate on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Kimono : 2 sprays Checkmate
Montabaco Intensivo by Ormonde Jayne
Signature Worthy · 94/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share magnolia.
Order: Apply Kimono first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Montabaco Intensivo on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Kimono : 2 sprays Montabaco Intensivo
Santal 33 by Le Labo
Signature Worthy · 93/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other.
Order: Apply Kimono first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Santal 33 on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Kimono : 2 sprays Santal 33
Pairings to approach with care
Halfeti by Penhaligon's
Not Recommended · 30/99
Halfeti has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Halfeti brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Kimono first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Halfeti on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Kimono : 1 spray Halfeti
Brutus by Orto Parisi
Not Recommended · 30/99
Brutus has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Brutus brings a chypre contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Kimono first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Brutus on top for chypre lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Kimono : 1 spray Brutus
Related fragrances and why
- Musk Therapy by Initio Parfums PrivésBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include magnolia.
- Cannabis by Malin+Goetz — Both include magnolia.
- Checkmate by Mind GamesBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include magnolia.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Kimono?
Kimono opens with Magnolia and Silk. The heart brings Rice Flour and Lipstick. It dries down to Powdery Notes.
How long does Kimono last, and how strong is it?
Kimono by d'Annam has longevity of 6-8 hours, moderate projection, an intensity of 5/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Kimono?
It's best in spring and fall. It suits daytime and date night.
What layers well with Kimono?
Musk Therapy by Initio Parfums Privés is its strongest match (95% compatibility). Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share magnolia. Apply Kimono first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Musk Therapy on top for woody lift. Start with 2 sprays Kimono : 2 sprays Musk Therapy.
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