Zoologist Perfumes 2015 EDP

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Hummingbird

by Shelley Waddington

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Zoologist Perfumes Hummingbird is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2015, created by Shelley Waddington. Hummingbird opens with Citrus, Rose, Violet Leaf, and Lily of the Valley, settles into a heart of Tulip, Ylang-Ylang, Peony, and Honeysuckle, and dries down to a base of Cream, Woody Notes, Musk, and Amber. Zoologist Perfumes's Hummingbird carries an Acquired verdict, a green-led wear.

Hummingbird is a divisive floral-fruity, celebrated for its unique blend but often criticised for veering into 'old-fashioned' or 'soapy' territory. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent that evokes strong opinions, proving it's anything but forgettable.
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  • Bold
  • Bright
  • Playful
  • Clean
  • Romantic
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Hummingbird 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
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its potent projection and longevity, combined with a very prominent floral sweetness, make it less ideal for office settings. However, its vibrant character is perfect for casual spring and summer days and can add a playful, romantic touch to a date, though some find it too 'loud' for intimate encounters.

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

  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • 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 riotous spring garden after a light rain, brimming with juicy pear, tart cherry, and crisp apple. The air is thick with the heady perfume of lilac, honeysuckle, and mimosa, all softened by a gentle, creamy honey. As it settles, a clean, powdery layer emerges, underpinned by a subtle woody musk and the delicate sweetness of whipped cream, creating a complex, almost vintage-leaning floral bouquet with an intriguing fruit-nectar twist.

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