Kenzo 2009 Edt

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5:40 PM in Madagascar

by JoAnne Bassett

Kenzo 5:40 PM in Madagascar is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2009, created by JoAnne Bassett. The fragrance opens with Lotus, settles into a heart of Cedar and Freesia, and dries down to a base of Vanilla.

Our verdict on 5:40 PM in Madagascar: Favourite

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.
  • Clean
  • Cozy
  • Fresh
  • Subtle
  • Sweet
5:40 PM in Madagascar Eau de Toilette bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0%
Floral 35%
Fruity 2%
Green 7%
Sweet 36%
Warm 7%
Woody 15%
Earthy 4%
Animalic 0%
Fresh 23%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Vanilla
100%
Floral
89%
Woody
59%
Powdery
57%
Aquatic
50%

Notes

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Summer Fall
Also Works:
Spring Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

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.

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About

Imagine a humid Madagascan evening, the air thick with the delicate, watery scent of lotus mingling with the fresh, clean aroma of freesia. This is underpinned by a creamy, non-gourmand vanilla, tempered by a subtle woody accord from cedar. It's an airy, slightly powdery vanilla journey, far from the usual sickly sweet offerings.