Gallivant 2023 EDP

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Accra

by Stéphanie Bakouche

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Gallivant Accra is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023, created by Stéphanie Bakouche. Accra opens with Carrot Seeds, Cognac, Davana, and Papaya, settles into a heart of Cacao Pod, Saffron, Coffee, and Tobacco, and dries down to a base of Vinyl, Musk, Leather, and Cedar. Gallivant's Accra carries a Statement verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This one is a love-it-or-hate-it kind of scent. A potent, uncompromising leather that some will adore for its powerful masculinity, while others will find it too challenging or even unpleasant. Don't expect a crowd-pleaser here.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Confident
  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Edgy
  • Luxurious
Accra Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - winter and spring pair best.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its powerful and distinctive leather and warm spicy accords, coupled with strong longevity, make it less suitable for office wear where subtlety is preferred. However, its sophisticated and attention-grabbing nature makes it a great fit for dates and formal evening events. It's too heavy and complex for casual or sport settings.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf/Twig Oil from Eucalyptus
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

Ethics and formulation

We report other people's certifications, never our own. Every claim links to its source.

  • Cruelty-free Brand-stated Gallivant says so · no third-party certification found · Read the claim

Certification covers a brand's whole range. Part-range claims show on the brand page.

About

Accra kicks off with a complex, almost flinty blend of eucalyptus, pimiento, and a surprising shot of cognac, quickly giving way to a smooth, dry leather heart. Tropical fruits like mango and passionfruit hover in the background, adding an unexpected, subtle sweetness. As it settles, tobacco and smoky coffee emerge, grounded by an earthy patchouli and a distinct, modern vinyl note, evoking a sense of raw, sophisticated edge.

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Complement

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