Dodo Zoologist Perfumes by Zoologist Perfumes

Dodo Zoologist Perfumes

Unisex
Eau de Parfum
Year: 2019

At a glance

Is Dodo Zoologist Perfumes worth trying?

Dodo by Zoologist Perfumes is a Aromatic Fougere fragrance for women and men.

Best match
Casual wear in Spring
Performance feel
Good longevity with Moderate sillage
Signature profile
aromatic, fresh spicy, woody with Fern, Litchi, Lime
aromatic fresh spicy woody

The first impression

Dodo by Zoologist Perfumes is a Aromatic Fougere fragrance for women and men. Dodo was launched in 2019. The nose behind this fragrance is Joseph DeLapp. Top notes are Fern, Litchi, Lime and Raspberry; middle notes are Ambergris, Balsam Fir, Geranium and Rose; base notes are Oakmoss, Musk, Sandalwood, Patchouli and Amber.

What shapes the scent

aromatic 100%
fresh spicy 85%
woody 70%
amber 60%
fruity 50%
earthy 40%
fresh 35%
animalic 30%
rose 25%
sweet 20%

The perfumer behind it

Joseph DeLapp

Joseph DeLapp

Joseph DeLapp created Dodo for Zoologist Perfumes, a fragrance that captures the quirky and extinct bird's spirit. His work often blends unexpected notes to evoke natural landscapes and animalistic themes. DeLapp is known for his imaginative approach to olfactory storytelling.

Notes pyramid

Top Notes

First impression · 15-30 min

Fern Fern
Litchi Litchi
Lime Lime
Raspberry Raspberry

Heart Notes

Core character · 2-4 hours

Ambergris Ambergris
Balsam Fir Balsam Fir
Geranium Geranium
Rose Rose

Base Notes

Lasting impression · 4+ hours

Oakmoss Oakmoss
Musk Musk
Sandalwood Sandalwood
Patchouli Patchouli
Amber Amber

The mood it creates

The Explorer Archetype: Portrait of Dodo Zoologist Perfumes

Essence

Dodo captures the spirit of the Explorer, a free soul driven by curiosity and a thirst for the undiscovered. The fern and lime evoke untamed landscapes, while ambergris and oakmoss suggest ancient, uncharted shores. They are both scientist and poet, documenting the world with equal parts precision and wonder.

Style & Aesthetic

Their style is practical yet eclectic-a well-worn field jacket paired with handmade jewelry from distant bazaars. They favor natural fabrics in earthy hues, always with pockets for found treasures. Their home is a cabinet of curiosities, cluttered but coherent.

Philosophy & Values

They believe the journey is the destination. Rules are guidelines, not laws, and every detour holds potential. Sustainability matters deeply; they see themselves as guests in nature, not conquerors.

Relationships

They connect easily but struggle with roots. Friends are fellow wanderers, bonded by shared adventures. Romance is passionate but often ephemeral-they fear stagnation more than loneliness.

Lifestyle

Their life is a series of expeditions, whether hiking remote trails or meandering through city alleys. They journal obsessively, pressing leaves and ticket stubs between pages. Coffee is their constant companion, brewed strong and black.

Shadow

Their restlessness can become escapism. The raspberry’s sweetness masks a fear of commitment, and the musk’s animalic edge hints at a loneliness they rarely admit.

Conclusion

Dodo is the scent of a compass needle spinning wildly. It smells of dew on lichen and salt-crusted maps, a tribute to the joy of getting lost.

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