Leonard Paris 1977 EDT

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Tamango

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Leonard Paris Tamango is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1977. Tamango opens with Green Notes, Spicy Notes, Bergamot, and Aldehydes, settles into a heart of Rose, Iris, Lily of the Valley, and Orchid, and dries down to a base of Amber, Sandalwood, Oakmoss, and Tonka Bean. Leonard Paris's Tamango carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

A classic aldehyde chypre that's surprisingly modern and wearable, Tamango is a feminine floral burst tempered by a sophisticated mossy base. It's often compared to Rive Gauche but has its own unique, comforting charm.
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  • Classic
  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
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Tamango Eau de Toilette 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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate longevity and sillage, combined with a fresh and clean profile, make it suitable for office wear. While elegant enough for formal settings, it's perhaps a bit too 'everyday' for truly grand occasions. Many reviewers mention it as an office scent or for daily wear.

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
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood

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

Tamango opens with a sparkling burst of aldehydes and green notes, lifted by a whisper of bergamot, creating an immediate sense of freshness. The heart unfolds into a rich, creamy floral bouquet where rose, lily of the valley, and a hint of spicy carnation intertwine. As it settles, a sophisticated base of oakmoss, warm amber, and soft sandalwood emerges, providing a grounding, elegant finish that lingers beautifully.

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