Jean Paul Gaultier 2012 EDT

M ££ Acquired

Kokorico by Night

by Olivier Cresp , Annick Menardo

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Jean Paul Gaultier Kokorico by Night is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2012, created by Olivier Cresp and Annick Menardo. Kokorico by Night opens with Bergamot, settles into a heart of Rhubarb, Cacao Pod, and Fig Leaf, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes and Tonka Bean. Jean Paul Gaultier's Kokorico by Night carries an Acquired verdict, a green-led wear.

Divisive yet adored, Kokorico by Night is a unique beast. You'll either love its dark, sweet, and earthy charm or find it an acquired taste. It's not for everyone, but those who 'get' it are completely smitten.
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  • Mysterious
  • Bold
  • Sensual
  • Edgy
  • Warm
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Kokorico by Night Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bergamot100%
Heartas listed
Cacao Pod43%
Fig Leaf29%
Rhubarb28%
Baseas listed
Tonka Bean55%
Woody Notes45%

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

With long-lasting performance and moderate sillage, this scent is best suited for evenings and intimate settings rather than daily office wear. Its unique, bold character makes it a strong contender for dates and nights out, where its warmth can truly shine.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot

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

About

Opens with a fleeting, sharp burst of bergamot, quickly giving way to a rich, complex heart where tart rhubarb and bitter cacao pod intertwine. A green, slightly earthy fig leaf note adds an intriguing, almost raw edge, preventing it from becoming overly sweet. The base settles into a warm, inviting blend of creamy tonka bean and soft woody notes, leaving a seductive, lingering trail.

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