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Mezvd898Negeltzex – :
I wanted to buy Kouros and bought this one by mistake.
Smells nothing like Kouros and should have been given a different name as I am sure it confuses a lot of people
A very strong Apple and Incense combination that I find boring.
vik05 – :
Tiene similitud con Versace Eros, or to sin la ments. Me gusta
AlexPL – :
Shame…too bubblegummy for me.
Serheo030 – :
Not bad!
Think of Apple infused Invictus and you’re mostly there.
viney1 – :
The “silver” opens up with a distinct apple note and whilst Invictus doesn’t do that, I do get some sort of a subtle Invictus vibe when getting in to the dry-down phase.
Not groundbreaking and definitely not anywhere near the Original Kouros (1981). An OK scent for work, every day use and casual situations.
Not a wild projector and under average longevity, but if you just want something OK and inexpensive for everyday use from a respectable house,this could definitely be an OK choice.
But, I would definitely choose Invictus over this one….No doubt!
Rating: 2.75/5
Released: 2015
Perfumers/Noses: Michel Girard and Olivier Pescheux
(1) Bottle size in use: 50 ml.
(1) Batch Code: 38M901 = September 2015
PUMAAXE – :
This should be named Kouros Femme. It’s fruity, sweet and unisex.
DJAlleks – :
One of my all time favorites. I have so many memories associated with this fragrance It is impossible to describe. Would gladly buy another bottle. There is NOTHING bad I can say about this wonderful fragrance. 10/10 for me.
anotonsulin – :
Not bad but better alternative would be Burberry Brit Rhythm Intense, which is woodier in the drydown with a tad more bite throughout. They both shine in the drydown, never get tired of this one. Slightly sweet fruity, green and woody birch/oak. At least 8hrs of moderate sillage. No more than 3-4 sprays or you’ll smell of a Frrnch whore! 😉
8/10
kaboms – :
A disappointment if you are expecting anything related to original kouros, otherwise it’s a generic , sweet, fruity perfume.
They should have named it something else, it would sell better.
andromeda62 – :
metallic fruity musk…lighter and airy version of rasasi hawas aka invictus aqua perhaps with green apple.even though this is older than those,….its very simple and great day time summer/spring scent for any age but will suit younger folks a lot.its nothing like the other two kouros(kouros and body kouros) which are very challenging and mature…didnt try the fresh version though, but this is a great casual fragrance
7.5/10 overall
ZenOxypekeymn – :
So sad. This is the Kouros version for 2015. Death of masculinity for sure. A big slap on the face for all the real men.
hohotun63 – :
I dont really find this all that good. Far too boring and fruity. Girlfriend has took it as she likes it, smells better on her
Xeroxzqcoy – :
This has a similar vibe to that of Versace Eros
wasa35 – :
2 HRS IN… Ambery and woody notes for sure. With wafts of apple coming through. The apple was prominent in the top notes, and the sage came in quite quickly. When it does kick in, the apple is made milder and if you were to compare to something like Mont Blanc Legend Intense or Azzaro Silver Black/Onyx – it feels gentle and inviting.
This is what I would wear in place of the L’eau D’Issey and Givenchy Blue Label and Plays because of how soft they are. This is much more fresh and energizing. Very pleasant to smell throughout the day and I’m sure my wife will like it.
Not manly but not really any typical feminine nuances either. It’s a great change from the leather vibe that is everywhere. To me, this does not fit in the L’Homme or Kouros line. I would almost label it something like Fraiche or Energize…(actually, this conjures a better done hugo energize bc it feels less synthetic and sour)
A big like for me. Simple, pleasing to smell on yourself, sweet but not cloying, and light hearted – can dress it down or up if it’s a signature. Wearing with a suit is passable; though considering the fall weather and near freezing temperatures; the projection is not loud. This would shine in spring and early summer/summer nights.
zeka36ru – :
Blind bought a bottle of this for $50 at Marshalls. I was a bit nervous that I wouldn’t like it, but to my surprise this is very pleasant and wearable. Soft apple with sage and a bit of mint is the impression I get. Fairly linear to the end, but the apple does fade away. This is a soft, fruity, but still masculine fragrance perfect for nearly all season. Decent longevity too. I quite like Kouros Silver.
ZaraZa – :
For me, this shares some similarities with 1 Million Cologne. And 1 million Cologne has some Kouros vibe. They were made by the same couple of perfumers and i think they did a good job. Its not a masterpiece but it is very pleasant scent and that creamy apple-amber accord is stunning. The sage made it a little bit aromatic. A good summer addiction for the Kouros line. 7/10
Sysoev22 – :
Being as unbiased as I could possibly be (not having smelled any other iteration of Kouros), I can’t understand the disdain for this one. Is it reinventing the wheel? Absolutely not. However, the amount I paid for this fragrance I feel like I should pick up another bottle if this site is of any indication of it’s market power.
It starts off with a crisp green apple (but not candy like) with a little sage to spice things up. There are very minor woody tones in the opening to maintain the masculinity but at the start, very fruity/herbal. The woody/amber base shines through after the drydown with the apple and sage still lingering amidst it. It seems there is a little sharp musk in here but it’s not listed (could totally be me). I find this fragrance to be really nice, actually. I think if I give it a couple more wearings, it’ll place pretty high in my “freshie” category.
Sillage and longevity, on me, definitely above average. Honestly pretty good. Inoffensive, versatile, all ages, safe blind buy. Again, not an artistic masterpiece but I feel like if it wasn’t saddled with the name of an already established fragrance (much like Guilty Absolute in the opposite sense), it would be a home run. Don’t mess with the classics, I guess.
Haci1990 – :
This is very simple and good fragrance.
Creamy green apple with frozen feeling (maybe from the sage) on a beautiful woody base.
Similar to invictus but replace the citrus with green apple.
Powerfull ambroxan projection and longevity.
Very safe blind buy.
SASANK – :
”Fresh Green Apple that stands on the metal shelf after being washed with ice cold water”- that’s my impression of Kouros Silver.
Reminds me of Denim Gold and True Replay for him with a slight pinch of Kouros.
rvo70 – :
wait, what’s up with all the hates? Kouros Silver smells stunning! i smell a lot of Apple + Amber. The original nasty-animalic-smell Kouros should not exist, ever. Period. Please don’t compare. In fact I think YSL should name this as a new fragrance instead of a flanker. They are smell nothing alike.
Definitely for a younger crowd. Buy this if you like anything smell with apple.
demcitEmickss – :
Ok – so here are my 2 cents, or, rather 4..
Getting straight to the point, no superfluous words, no snob value note comparisons. Today, an unclean, sweaty guy, who had not taken a bath, had to rush to the market. With no time at hand, he just changed his tees, & sprayed some Kouros Silver (a blind, cheap buy) on to his chest, armpits and hands. The next 2 hours saw him sweating bullets, as he had to run multiple errands in the unforgiving, sultry and sticky heat of New Delhi. When he reached home, his 5-year old daughter came close & said – Dad, you smell great, just like a fresh apple!!
This under-rated fragrance might smell like a million other flankers that you sample or use (a little bit of Bogart Silver Scent, nuances of 1 Million, generic drugstore deos), but, it makes up for everything with its kick-ass longevity!For someone who’s skin literally drinks off perfumes and is dry to the core, this beast gives a solid 8-10 hours of longevity, and kills any shred of bad odor on your body. The silage might be on the lower side in comparison with its staying power, but, it makes up for it in each way possible.
As most European designer & niche perfumes fail to perform in the harsh, summery & sweaty climes of Asia/India, this one comes like a knight in sober armor, a condescending gentleman, a boy who knows everything in class, but doesn’t go about shouting his answers to the teacher. After Bvlgari’s Aqva Amara and Mancera’s Cedrat Boise, Kouros Silver will take its rightful place as one of my most-preferred summer fragrances.
Let the haters hate & the snobs turn up their noses, let the connoisseurs cry about the lack of versatility, innovation or subtlety. Irrespective of anyone’s opinion, I’d just tell you one thing – Kouros Silver does its job like Tom Cruise would do a Mission Impossible. This is a must-have for folks who crave for longevity & nuclear power performance – a complete ‘bang for your buck’ perfume!!
Dimas-s-s – :
Like others have said,
it smells good, crowd pleaser,
but not unique and forgettable,
might turn some people off on initial sprays.
projection is good, not a beast though, Not sure how it gets beast votes.
will I buy again? Hell no.
valiv – :
I feel the need to just say that the original kouros smells like a urinal cake so for those people who bitch about flankers I feel like I would have been way happier if body or silver kouros was the original and also if YSL had named this a completely new name we would only compare it to its predecessors so don’t harp on about flankers as no matter what we say the perfume industry makes a 400% profit on all its sales so all they want is profit and of story not that I don’t value fragranticans opinions I really do but we can only expect so much from designer brands as they are ment to appeal to a mass market. Another rant over with lol x
Green Arrow – :
I generally avoid any YSL scents other than M7 Oud Absolu. They just don’t seem to fit my tastes. But I recently tried a decant of Kouros Silver and I was impressed with its 12 hour longevity on me. The scent itself is not extraordinary – it has some artificial sweetness that might turn some people off. But if Paco Rabanne ever comes out with “Invictus Apple”, then Kouros Silver would be a clone.
ixtistar – :
This has it all! Fruity smelling yet fresh and woody notes that captivates you. This was an instant buy from the stores and my son and daughter was unanimous that I should buy this over Aqva by Bvlgari. I have had Kuros (white colour Bottle) which I didnt like and then Body Kouros which is also great. But this is better than both. Good energizer when you are in a low tone!
Alex_1977-77 – :
After a Dab on my hand I really like this stuff. I almost decided to get a bottle within a few minutes. That’s not the usual for me – I am frugal as all get out. After seeing the longevity and sillage ratings from other fragrantiacs, I’m all in – I must have a bottle.
Just a shot in the dark but I wonder if they put male attracting pheromones in this stuff, or whatever… It is the mental effect that I go for, HOW I FEEL wearing it that matters most (and how long I feel that way of course). With everything considered this one fits the bill for me.
Its not the most unique scent but I think its a better mix of flavors than some of the others that it reminds me of. I seem to be falling for green apple notes that are done right. If you love this stuff I think you would also fall for Thallium by Yves De Sistelle. These two fit into the “well balanced green apple Note Fragrances with the wrong name” category.
LiIra – :
I cant compare this to any of the others in this line, but It is sexy, a little bit generic, but I thought it was nice that it honestly geared towards a manlier scent. 90% of cologne now has a unisex vibe. Not this one. Which made me like it more. I must be tired of bisexual cologne. Lol
muratm – :
I have never tried none of the Kouros line before, but somehow this fragrance caught me up while I was wondering through the store, and I walked out of it with a bottle of this yesterday. Today with my nose more clearer, I can say that it definitely has a lovely aroma. My only concern is that this smells like many other fragrances I already own. It reminds me of YSL L’ Homme, La Nuit, Versace Eros, a little bit of Black XS L’exces, a little of the sweetness of Polo red Intense and Halloween man. I don’t regret I bought it. I just think it was too expensive for what it offers. I guess I still have to wear it more to find its own identity. The bottle feels cheap. Something good about this, is its projection and longevity. Both are very good.
vitia – :
I have a feeling that this aroma only has so many dislikes based purely on the fact that it is what is termed a “flanker” – A perfume that is commercially riding the coat tails of a more famous and reputable sibling in order to garner sales.
The fact is that this scent bares absolutely no resemblance to its sibling Kouros and I feel that for that reason it’s hated upon.
If YSL had given it a totally different name and bottle then it would be more favourably tolerated I think.
However for me – I love it – The silage is exceptional compared to scents that I own that cost more than 3-4 times as much.
I get a sweet apple bubblegum note to start with that dies down after a while – There is no mistaking that this is a mainly “synthetic” concoction but it is not the kind that becomes ever so repugnant after a while.
It lasts for DAYS on clothes! Even makes it through a wash and remains ever so slightly detectable! Bare in mind this is the Toilette I’m reviewing which is stronger than the cologne.
I especially like its ability to mix well with a few other scents making something totally unique – try it with a pure vetiver or oud based scent 😉
iuf440Bessinepome – :
I dont know why so many people that dislike this. It have a huge sillage, smells great, last all the day and girls like it. In the drydown i get some sweet notes like coconut blended with fresh and sharp notes.
innongePori – :
I got it by mistake instead of Kouros. the Initial blast will remind you of something along the lines of Givenchy Pi.
the notes mentioned are all wrong, all I can smell is Vanilla hidden underneath a coconut note.
monolit2000 – :
I may sound weird but this one reminds of Black XS L’Exces
mnasik2010 – :
I think the review by adham.suwam.90 bellow just summons up what I think about this scent, but not being that synthetic blow. The projection and strengh make me thinking about 212 Vip, but not exactly the same smell. I love it on paper strip, but that’s a trick: many sweet scents feels fresher and less sweet on paper, but sweeter and less fresh on skin. So I liked it, than I thought it to be too strong, and than I bought it. Yes, not original at all, but I kinda like it. I can’t get a clear resamble with any of Kouros flankers, maybe some faint note on the very base but even so, its like a completely different thing. Starts very sweet, strong, with a hint of freshness. Calms down just a couple of hours later, and then it behaves as a skin scent on me. I´m going to try it more, but so far it doesn’t bother me like, say, Versace Eros.
suchek2000 – :
Nice smell? Yes
Great Performance? YESSSS !!!
Unique or has something special? NO
Synthetic? Yes
musialusia – :
I will not let other people’s bad reviews affect my opinion of a fragrance. I’ll just test it out on my skin and if I think it’s nice, then I like it. Simple.
I went into a store and was just browsing the juices as I do. I saw Kouros Silver on the shelf and noticed that the top of the bottle was damaged, like it had been dropped on the floor. I tried to spray some on a tester strip and it squirted out in a jet, like from a water pistol, partly on the tester strip and partly on the back of a lady standing in front of me. Whoops! Share and share alike eh?
I then left the store, but………..
I sniffed the tester strip again and again then turned around and went back.
This time I sprayed some on the back of my hand from close range as not to assault any more random strangers, then left the store for a second time.
The first thing I noticed was that it is powerful even in quite a small dose.
The second thing I noticed was that it seemed to me to have a rather peppery top note. Peppery, sweet and sour with quite strong undertones of alcohol, like vodka or pure alcohol. That was before I had any idea of the actual perfume pyramid.
I decided to look it up in my bible (Fragrantica), and it is here that I discovered a lot of negative and/or dismissive reviews.
Oh well, I think it’s very nice and that’s good enough for me.
Is it groundbreaking or unique? No.
Is it strong and long lasting? Yes.
I’m getting some.
Peace out – Zoop.
Ridik87 – :
I am prejudiced here as i love all things Kouros. Even though this Silver thing has almost nothing in common with Kouros. Even though KS smells cheap. And even though i feel betrayed by YSL for trying to reduce Kouros creative grandness and fragrant absolutism to this woody fruity smallness.
In fact the only thing that makes me appreciate KS is what actually confuses the entire experience. I love it that they put sage in this (even though it’s not fully aromatic) to add a level of Kouros-ity to eventually escape mundanity, but the fruity dominance is just too much. YSL have tried to make Kouros young and look cool and kinky, and have failed in both.
@ YSL 🙂 – please go and read my review of Kouros and stop messing with big K.
What we have in KS is a typical fruity fragrance with a bit of a punch that does not work, no charisma and cheap woody base. But i am prejudiced. And it does last.
***(**)
Dmitry_81 – :
A great scent for younger people,
in the same category as 1 million,
eros and invictus, not a bad one
just to ordinary.
Medfu510elipseskism – :
Tried this at the mall a few days back thinking this flanker might be a good son of the classic kouros of the laurent house. Well it was so vile that i had to wash my hands within minutes. It was straight headache inducing for me. Try before buying and don t let the low price fool you !
львенок2010 – :
my cup of tea, but i don’t know either lasting or no. over all good fragrance. not really compliment getter.
кузбас – :
I think the critical caveat to this scent is that it bears no similarity to the original Kouros at all: the name is the only thing they have in common. That being said, Kouros Silver is probably the most generic, boring fragrance I have tried in years. It is definitely the product of L’Oreal’s “creation by committee” mentality. While I am hard pressed to come up with anything bad to say, I am equally at a loss for positives. It’s just so unmemorable that I doubt anyone would miss it if it were pulled off the shelves suddenly. Or, you could just replace it with any current designer fragrance it’s that unremarkable.
I am thankful I tried this before blind buying it on eBay because the prices are really good and I thought why not? It would have wound up back on eBay.
kost2608 – :
In my humble opinion, this is Chanel Allure Homme Sport Eau Extreme by enhances its longevity and performances. Although, It quite synthetic at the top note but let it dry down. Then, you will see the pure gem. I was applied on the dry spot of my skin. It still there around 11 hours and becomes skin scent whatsoever.
nykolai – :
Smell to me like a smoother version on Chanel Allure Homme sport extreme. Isn’t a bad thing and I quite like this bit it’s nothing to write home about if you’ve got the likes of Eros or Allure Homme se. Bit pricey too but I got a bargain on eBay.
z92dima – :
there has been a challenge between me and my father about this perfume and i won
Blooliribre – :
I have to agree with Endymion on this one. When DID Laurent become a drugstore brand?
This is a third degree clone of Eros, and a firsthand clone of Cool Water Night Dive for men. It’s also somewhat similar to man.Aubusson Intense, although I like the apple note (and the overall scent) much better in the Aubusson – at least it smells cheerful and unpretentious. And that’s not saying much, because ultimately I don’t care for man.Aubusson Intense. I’m also unable to wear Night Dive for the same reason – don’t really care for it.
I’m not sure what this recent style in masculine fragrance is all about, but I don’t like it. These pseudo apple top notes, followed by super-sweet nondescript woody ambers are terrible. Please YSL, for the love of god, don’t go this way. L’Oreal, get it together.
Jikerol – :
This has got to be the most potent bottle of mens cologne I have ever sampled. I wore it at a duty-free at the airport and had to scrub my wrist 2 times because I felt it was offending the person that was sitting next to that’s how hard it was projecting hours upon hours later as it was still performing I could see an ashy mark above my hand where it once was. This stuff is lethal. The only reason I would not purchase it because it’s identical to Chrome Legend which I’ve already owned
bampfausa – :
This smells like the microwave after u popped some butter flavoured popcorn, that’s what I get.
Not that it’s a bad thing.
I must have washed my hands 6 times during the day plus I had a shower n I can still smell it on my wrist, very subtly but it’s there.
chimboksa – :
Not pleasant one.. disturbing my mind after the usage of 3 days.. disappointment..
phlazex – :
To me, it smells of bubblegum. Reminds me of Silver Scent. Nothing at all like Kouros. Not bad but not for me.
Andreas7973 – :
Smells like same in start or u can say for half an hour after that kouros smell little bit herbal but u can say 85% same fragrance i have both of bottles i think eros is little strong buy kouros silvers longevity is also good ,,,
dom1622 – :
Sorry for my English, i’m French… i’m a huge fan of Versace Eros, and i saw that Kouros Silver is in the same way…. so i have a little question: does Kouros Silver is more “overpowering ” and “longer-lasting” than Eros? thanks for your answer ! 😉
nom1998 – :
I have mixed feelings about this fragrance. For a while I hated it, but it’s beginning to grow on me.
It’s worth noting that this is one of those perfumes you shouldn’t blind buy or even smell off a card. The opening notes are disgusting, a mix of sour coconut and a hint of urine. BUT-take the time to let it dry in. It will become much less harsh, and become more sweet and woody. Personally it reminds me of Million-it’s by no means a clone, at all, but some notes are similar, and it is just as long lasting and has very good projection.
This is not an office or date safe fragrance. It’s just way too brash and controversial, and not everyone is going to like it. But if you’re feeling adventurous, give it a shot, it may surprise you. Just be sure to spray it on your hand, let it settle in, and smell it throughout the day first.
6/10
IVAN09021996 – :
اكثر العطور غرابة ، من اشتم هذا العطر اما كرهه و اما عشقه ولا يوجد وسط بينهما استغربت كثيرا لهذا
عادة لا احب العطور الحلوة ولكن هذا العطر مختلف
عطر رائع باداء ممتاز يدوم طويلا و يفوح بقوة عشقت هذا العطر
تقييمي الكلي 10/10
davletray – :
Love it!!! If you like Versace Eros, you’ll certainly enjoy this one. A few sprays lasts and lasts. Very fresh and inviting.
10/10
GROOSS9999 – :
I really don’t understand the hate for this fragrance. Kouros Silver is a fresh masculine scent with a touch of sweetness. The apple note gives it it’s sweet undertone while the sage and woody notes keep it masculine and cultured. I could smell the amber notes VERY mildly. Sage, apple, and woods are what I picked up from this mostly.Kouros Silver is worth it’s price because it does smell expensive and keeps the heart of YSL as it smells mildly similar to some of their other fragrances. This fragrance also has huge sillage and longevity, another good reason for it’s large price. Don’t be a stiff (like a statue) and give this a sniff, it might be worth it.
UPDATE: I have been wearing Kouros Silver for two months now and I must say that it is a real compliment getter! Women and men always love this cologne on me and EVERYTIME I wear it, I get compliments and people asking me what I’m wearing. Forget these other reviews, this is from honest experience, this is a majestic scent!
Родя – :
When will I ever learn?
I blind bought this….foolishly. I was hoping it might resemble the original more than some had been stated in the (largely hateful) reviews below, or if it didn’t perhaps it would even be a little like the summer cologne tonic…that would’ve been fine.
I’m sorry fragranticans I didn’t heed your warnings, I blind bought and not even at a particularly good price either.
The opening is Apple (like) I suppose, but then descends into a kinda sage note and a powdered back drop of chemical Amber. This really is quite a bad fragrance. I had forgiven Dior for the recent Sauvage because it seemed like a focused and deliberate attempt to make something minimal based around Ambroxan.
So many reviewers here have mentioned what Kouros Silver smells like and many of them are plain wrong. The closest fragrance to this by a mile is easily Paco Rabanne Invictus difference being this has less notes.
I don’t like it, it’s not an awful smell but something about this, Invictus, and Versace Eros etc…turns my stomach. The performance is as I expected…INSANE. It lasts and lasts projecting heavily.
Vendevideof – :
It’s simple, just forget the name Kouros, and you will not be so disappointed, at least, to a greater extent. Blame him for cheap bottle. Feel literally in the fingers like poor quality glass, and makes you all the time as if the labels come off the bottle. Silver Kouros is very similar like Karl Lagerfeld Private Klub for Men, for example, or as the most modern and sweet fragrance today. Who loves this type of perfume, go ahead, others stand. Unfortunately, Kouros always remained in the past, and it can do nothing to change, regardless of all his reformulation, and new releases like Silver Kouros or, why not before him Kouros Eau de Toilette Tonique, and others from that Kouros edition. Last greeting for you old friend, and maybe we used to meet in dreams.
elena.elvis2009 – :
Had a sample of this scent, it lasts veeery very long for over 12 hours and it projects like a beast. Opens with a very strong apple note which fades away then leaving the sage to develop. I do not detect amber in the heart nor wood, I think they go on much further after 8 hours when the perfume settles to the base note and goes close to the skin. IMHO, price to quality ratio is very good although it is not an outstanding scent that gets attention, more of a safe buy. Good for an everyday scent, not for formal occasions and recommeded all year round. I would give it a 9 out of 10. It is safe for a blind buy as it does not offend, it does not stand out nor it itches your olfactive belongings.
Pisulik – :
This fragrance has a two cologne vibe. At first it has a weak Paco Rabanne One Million feel. Then it settles smelling like Versace Eros with the One Million smell going on. That’s what I get, It’s a good fragrance and I was surprised. I’ll give it a 7.5 out of 10.
Uriile – :
the fact that it’s called kouros silver does not mean that it should be like kouros .. In fact the other flanker kouros are not. synthetic or not … it does not matter . this perfume for me is fantastic . different , suitable for any season , amazing performance . one of the best news . really a surprise . I do not understand many dislike.9 / 10
OJIenka_Love – :
Similarly to ‘212 Are You on The List’ by Carolina Herrera, but this one less longer than CH.
A4_Necromant – :
Its so funny how people say that this is cheaply made but couldn’t reduplicate it themselves, believe me I tried and it came out too sweet and not as fresh or sharp. Ysl has made a lot worse than this especially from the strength aspect (like all L’hommes, easily remade, weak crappy frags that begin to bore soon after the 1st few wears). I love anything that performs and gets me that ( what’s the name of your fragrance) question. I asked a guy what he was wearing and was lied to so I went to khols and smelled this and said that’s it, just as I thought something new for the masses but I still had to grab it. But then off to saks for the frag head in me. Ysl should discontinue this and watch all the rave then. All frag heads should know this but its the cheap stuff that gets all the compliments because the average person is not into sophisticated scents. I get compliments from this more than a lot of my other scents and it’s stronger so for me I’ll stock up and wait for it to be discontinued and then buss this out
belozerov_yura – :
I greatly dislike the original Kouros (I know, I must lack in the taste department). I mean, really, it’s a omg-i-must-scrub-it-off-asap dislike.
I bought this one exactly because everybody was telling it has nothing to do with Kouros, it was on a huge dirty cheap on-sale and as I tried it at the store, it greatly appealed me.
Unfortunately, *buyer beware*, it DOES have a resemblence with original Kouros. Eventually, it showed its face.
I can’t tell what it is. But it’s still there. Just a little. But enough to roll eyes on my bad purchase.
Lesson learned, I guess.
nikita_kobzev – :
Laurents’ apology for disrobing the armor from their knight.
Zibin63 – :
It was released in April 2015 under the slogan: “the new fragrance for living gods”, making connection with the history behind the original version (from 1981), inspired by ancient Greece. The concept is to celebrate the strength of a virile male at the height of his glory, in an extremely modern way. It is very easy to notice that the intention is to conquer the younger men, who have heard about Kouros, but not lived the height of its success.
Another important note, is that this fragrance was designed for the summer, but did not receive the name “summer”, as has been happening with scents from other brands. So, is an aromatic scent, full of woody nuances, built on 3 main accords: Green Apple, in the output; essence of Sage, in the body; ambery wood accord, in the base.
Once again, this is about the famous question of flankers. Long gone the time when a flanker was a new version of an existing fragrance, in a similar vein, concept and/or DNA. Now, any new scent that can be used to achieve a market share that was already achieved, is put inside a bottle already known by the public and brings a beautiful concept as background. And with Kouros Silver was no different. Try to convince people that this scent is a modern version of the mighty Kouros, looks like a joke.
The fragrance opens fruity, with acidic and synthetic nuances. Although it seems to be linear, it evolves, but very slowly. The sage is very aromatic, but also bitter. The woody aroma – which is the best part – just came up on my skin after four hours.
It’s not a bad scent, to be honest! But it’s not innovative also. If the aim is to conquer young people, then it has everything to become a sales success. But, unfortunately, the disappointment regarding the expectation created by me was overwhelming.
Here, the key is try to trick the brain and imagine that it’s a new cologne called YSL Silver. Done! You will have in your hands a great scent for late nights and ballads.
Even with the olfactory fatigue which caused me, because of its slow evolution, it was still possible to feel it on my skin, after 8 hours of use.
And I could not close this review without talking about the bottle, which kept the line pattern, covered by a silver paint with chrome details.
Schmied – :
First off, this is not a bad fragrance, but it’s not superb or original. It’d make a nice gift someone who is not “into” fragrances. I’m sure the everyday person who doesn’t own more than 5 or 10 bottles will surely enjoy this. Secondly, what the other reviews said is true… there is nothing really special about this fragrance. BUT THAT DOES NOT MAKE IT BAD.Just because a fragrance doesn’t reinvent the wheel doesn’t make it bad.
Kouros Silver opens up with a sweet, ta