Is Kouros still available, or has it been discontinued?+−
Kouros is still in production and widely available as an Eau de Toilette. However, many in the fragrance community consider the modern formulation a diminished version of the original due to regulatory restrictions on oakmoss and civet — two ingredients central to the fragrance's character. Vintage bottles, particularly older splash formats, are actively sought out by enthusiasts for their fuller, more animalic profile.
How does Kouros perform in terms of longevity and projection?+−
Vintage formulations are considered genuine powerhouses — the kind that announce you before you enter a room and last well into the day. Modern versions are more variable; the opening is still bold and herbal, but the dry-down can become a skin scent more quickly than older versions. Even in its current form, longevity is generally strong relative to other fragrances in its class.
Is Kouros appropriate for office or daytime wear?+−
With caution. The fragrance community's consensus is that Kouros is best suited for leisure, evenings, or nights out — occasions where its intensity has room to breathe and where bold choices are expected. Wearing it to a professional setting is certainly done, but it requires a light application and awareness that the animalic quality can be genuinely off-putting in close quarters. It's not a safe, unobtrusive office scent.
