WS-ZP-2016

Nightingale

2016unisex

floral up front, then amber, settling into woody.

Nightingale by Zoologist Perfumes is a Chypre Fruity fragrance for women and men. Nightingale was launched in 2016. The nose behind this fragrance is Tomoo Inaba. Top notes are Saffron, Bergamot and Lemon; middle notes are Red Rose, Plum Blossom and Violet; base notes are Oakmoss, Ambergris, White Musk, Patchouli,…

floral amber woody rose

Nose: Tomoo Inaba

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Saffron, Bergamot, Lemon
Heart· 2–4h
Red Rose, Plum Blossom, Violet
Drydown· 6h+
Oakmoss, Ambergris, White Musk, Patchouli, Agarwood (Oud), Olibanum, Labdanum, Sandalwood

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

70%

63%

63%

60%

54%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityLong

ReachArm's length

Spring39%Fall28%Summer18%Winter15%Day59%Night41%Wears female38%

Skin 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.
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Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Nightingale smell like?

floral up front, then amber, settling into woody. Dominant accords: floral, amber, woody.

What notes are in Nightingale?

Top: Saffron, Bergamot, Lemon. Heart: Red Rose, Plum Blossom, Violet. Base: Oakmoss, Ambergris, White Musk, Patchouli, Agarwood (Oud), Olibanum, Labdanum, Sandalwood.

How long does Nightingale last?

Wearers tag this as long. Expect 6–8+ hours on skin for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Nightingale loud?

Arm's length reach on skin. People across the room will notice. Two sprays max for the office.

What season is Nightingale best for?

Spring is the top pick (39%). Fall is second at 28%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Nightingale?

Day wear leads at 59%. Night is a secondary pick at 41%.

Is Nightingale for men or women?

Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 38% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Nightingale?

Composed by Tomoo Inaba. Released in 2016.