Elephant
green up front, then woody, settling into warm spicy.
About
Elephant by Zoologist Perfumes is a Woody fragrance for women and men. Elephant was launched in 2017. The nose behind this fragrance is Chris Bartlett. Top notes are Green Leaves, Darjeeling Tea and Magnolia; middle notes are Coconut Milk, Cacao Pod, Woody Notes, Incense and Jasmine; base notes are Sandalwood,…
Nose: Chris Bartlett
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Zoologist Perfumes picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Elephant smell like?
green up front, then woody, settling into warm spicy. Dominant accords: green, woody, warm spicy.
What notes are in Elephant?
Top: Green Leaves, Darjeeling Tea, Magnolia. Heart: Coconut Milk, Cacao Pod, Woody Notes, Incense, Jasmine. Base: Sandalwood, Musk, Patchouli, Amber.
How long does Elephant last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Elephant loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Elephant best for?
Spring is the top pick (41%). Summer is second at 33%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Elephant?
Day wear leads at 79%. Night is a secondary pick at 21%.
Is Elephant for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 70% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Elephant?
Composed by Chris Bartlett. Released in 2017.
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