Kenzo 1996 EDP

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Jungle L'Elephant

by Dominique Ropion

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Kenzo Jungle L'Elephant is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1996, created by Dominique Ropion. Jungle L'Elephant opens with Mandarin, Clove, and Cumin, settles into a heart of Caraway, Ylang-Ylang, Heliotrope, and Gardenia, and dries down to a base of Amber, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Kenzo's Jungle L'Elephant carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

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
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Jungle L'Elephant 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
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 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.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Clove Eugenia Caryophyllus Flower Oil from Clove
  • Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf Oil from Clove
  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

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

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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