Kenzo 1996 Edp

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Jungle L'Elephant

by Dominique Ropion

Kenzo Jungle L'Elephant is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1996, created by Dominique Ropion. The fragrance opens with Cumin, Clove, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Caraway, Mango, Gardenia, and Licorice, and dries down to a base of Patchouli, Amber, and Vanilla.

Our verdict on Jungle L'Elephant: Acquired

Kenzo Jungle L'Elephant is a legendary beast of a fragrance, utterly polarising. You'll either adore its unique, potent spice-bomb character or find it an absolute scrubber. Not for the faint-hearted, this is a statement scent that demands attention.
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  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Sensual
  • Modern
  • Fresh
Jungle L'Elephant Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 7%
Floral 10%
Fruity 6%
Green 3%
Sweet 36%
Warm 38%
Woody 8%
Earthy 17%
Animalic 7%
Fresh 5%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Warm Spicy
100%
Vanilla
55%
Fresh Spicy
55%
Sweet
54%
Aromatic
53%

Notes

Top Notes

Clove 47% Cumin 30% Mandarin 24%

Heart Notes

Cardamom 20% Caraway 15% Licorice 15% Mango 13% Ylang-Ylang 13% Heliotrope 12% Gardenia 11%

Base Notes

Vanilla 39% Amber 32% Patchouli 29%

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

With its immense sillage and longevity, this is not one for the office, where it would overwhelm everyone. It's a fantastic choice for a date or formal event, where its unique character can truly shine, evoking warmth and sophistication. For casual wear, it's best reserved for cooler weather or for those who prefer to make a strong statement even in relaxed settings.

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About

Imagine a vibrant, bustling spice market in full swing, then add in a tropical fruit stall. Jungle L'Elephant opens with a bold hit of warm, piquant clove and cumin, brightened by mandarin. As it develops, a creamy, exotic mango and ylang-ylang emerge, underscored by the earthy sweetness of licorice and cardamon. The dry down settles into a rich, enveloping blend of vanilla, amber, and patchouli, holding onto that distinctive spicy warmth throughout.

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