SaffronOpens with
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OakmossDries down to
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Zoologist Perfumes · Sold as unisex
Nightingale
The quiet intimacy of a library where old books mingle with floral notes, enveloped by the comforting scent of warm wood and earthy moss.
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NightingalePremium · $100–250
42%Similar accords, often for lessAhla Awqat · Ard Al ZaafaranBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 12 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2016 by Zoologist Perfumes and crafted by Tomoo Inaba, Nightingale is a Chypre Fruity fragrance that weaves together floral and woody accords into a blend of warmth and complexity. The scent opens with the brightness of bergamot and lemon, quickly giving way to the rich, spicy notes of saffron and oud. At its heart, red rose and plum blossom create an intricate floral bouquet, while violet adds a touch of sweetness. The base is a harmonious blend of ambergris, oakmoss, and sandalwood, grounding the composition with earthy warmth.
Apply Nightingale lightly to pulse points; it blooms gradually over time. The spicy top notes are fleeting, but the woody base holds steady throughout the day, making it perfect for an evening out or a cozy night in.
Fig. 01 — Nightingale, Zoologist Perfumes
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Tomoo Inaba
Tomoo Inaba is a Japanese perfumer and fragrance journalist who since 2003 has run profice, a pioneering online portal for Japanese fragrance culture, reviewing over 7,500 perfumes, and hosted perfume-making classes from 2009 to 2016.
Designer Zoologist Perfumes
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 33%, disliked or hated by 19%.