5:40 PM in Madagascar
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2009 | Year | 2010 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Poppy
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Which Should You Buy?
Kenzo's 5:40 PM in Madagascar is a divisive airy vanilla, blending fresh aquatic and woody nuances with its signature sweetness. You'll either love how unique and comforting it is, or find it a bit too unusual and possibly headache-inducing.
Coach Poppy is a divisive, youthfully sweet fragrance that tries to blend aquatic freshness with gourmand indulgence. It’s either a delightful, easy-to-wear scent for spring and summer, or a confusing mess depending on your skin chemistry and tolerance for synthetic candy notes.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 9% |
| Floral | 34% | 26% |
| Fruity | 2% | 5% |
| Green | 6% | 9% |
| Sweet | 35% | 37% |
| Warm | 7% | 3% |
| Woody | 14% | 10% |
| Earthy | 4% | 1% |
| Animalic | 0% | 1% |
| Fresh | 23% | 19% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its subtle projection and airy, clean vanilla make it suitable for office and casual wear, noted by reviewers as 'safe' and 'non-offensive'. While some find it great for hot weather, its unique profile might be too understated for formal events and not invigorating enough for sport.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its sweet, fresh, and often inoffensive profile makes it versatile for casual outings and even the office, as many reviewers attest. However, some find it too sweet or its projection too strong for very formal or intimate date settings, and its longevity can be hit-or-miss.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Aquatic, Floral, Ozonic accords and Cedar, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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