
Chameleon
tropical up front, then woody, settling into sweet.
About
Chameleon by Zoologist Perfumes is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men. Chameleon was launched in 2019. The nose behind this fragrance is Daniel Pescio. Top notes are Ylang-Ylang, Mango, Carambola (Star Fruit), Violet Leaves, Bergamot, Lemon and Pink Pepper; middle notes are Frangipani, Coconut, Sea Notes, Sea Salt,…
Nose: Daniel Pescio
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Ylang-Ylang, Mango, Carambola (Star Fruit), Violet Leaves, Bergamot, Lemon, Pink Pepper
Drydown· 6h+
Vanilla, Musk, Woody Notes, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Amber, Vetiver, Opoponax
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Zoologist Perfumes picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Chameleon smell like?
tropical up front, then woody, settling into sweet. Dominant accords: tropical, woody, sweet.
What notes are in Chameleon?
Top: Ylang-Ylang, Mango, Carambola (Star Fruit), Violet Leaves, Bergamot, Lemon, Pink Pepper. Heart: Frangipani, Coconut, Sea Notes, Sea Salt, Cashmeran, Skin, Jasmine, Saffron, Clove. Base: Vanilla, Musk, Woody Notes, Sandalwood, Patchouli, Amber, Vetiver, Opoponax.
How long does Chameleon last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Chameleon loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Chameleon best for?
Summer is the top pick (46%). Spring is second at 39%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Chameleon?
Day wear leads at 80%. Night is a secondary pick at 20%.
Is Chameleon for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 55% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Chameleon?
Composed by Daniel Pescio. Released in 2019.
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