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ZOOLOGIST

TYRANNOSAURUS REX

Name: TYRANNOSAURUS REX
Brand: ZOOLOGIST
Price: 240.00 $
Availability: InStock

Extrait De Parfum

Unisex

Sizes

Starting

$240

Description

Zoologist Tyrannosaurus Rex is a truly formidable fragrance, designed to transport you to a prehistoric era scorched by wildfire and lightning. It opens with a powerful blast of smoky, charred woods and sharp spices, immediately establishing its intense and untamed character. As it settles, primitive florals emerge, intertwined with deep resins and animalic leather, creating a complex and atmospheric scent that is both menacing and utterly fascinating. This is a scent that demands attention, evolving on the skin with a raw, untamed energy. Perfumer: Antonio Gardoni

Scent Profile

Woody

Smoky

Animalic

Resinous

Spicy

Leather

Floral

Notes

Top Notes

Bergamot

Black Pepper

Fir

Laurel Leaf

Neroli

Nutmeg

Middle Notes

Champaca

Geranium

Jasmine

Osmanthus

Rose

Ylang Ylang

Base Notes

Resins

Cade Oil

Cedar

Civet

Frankincense

Kyara Incense

Leather

Patchouli

Sandalwood

Vanilla

About ZOOLOGIST

Zoologist Perfumes, founded by Victor Wong in 2013, specializes in animal-inspired fragrances that capture the wild idiosyncrasies of the animal kingdom through bold, unusual scents ranging from eerie caves to mossy rainforests. Collaborating with independent award-winning perfumers, the brand emphasizes creative freedom, ethical synthetic musks, and transformative olfactory art that evokes entire ecosystems, appealing to niche enthusiasts seeking shocking, artistic, and long-lasting perfumes. Its signature style features detailed animal illustrations with human features and a philosophy of pushing perfumery boundaries beyond conventional wearability.

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Perfumer

Antonio Gardoni

Antonio Gardoni, born in 1972 in Brescia, Italy, is a self-taught perfumer who transitioned from architecture—graduating from Venice in 1997 and founding studios like Jump Studios in London and AG Studio—to creating avant-garde fragrances. He founded Bogue Profumo in 2012, crafting handmade perfumes using natural materials and ancient techniques inspired by his architectural background of layering and subtraction. Notable works include Maai, Mem, O/E, and Tyrannosaurus Rex for Zoologist Perfumes, known for their bold projection, complexity, and innovative styles that challenge modern perfumery.

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Reviews

4.0

Good24 reviews

Luckyscent

4.2/5 • 14 reviews

Ministry of Scent

3.6/5 • 10 reviews

Community Insights

Reviewers often describe Tyrannosaurus Rex as a highly unique and challenging fragrance, praised for its bold, atmospheric, and artistic composition. It's frequently noted for its exceptional longevity and strong projection, making it a true 'beast mode' scent that leaves a lasting impression.

Pros

Performance excellence: Offers excellent longevity and strong projection, often lasting until the next day on skin and clothes.

Unique and original: Widely regarded as a highly distinctive and complex scent, unlike anything else on the market.

Atmospheric and artistic: Creates a vivid olfactory landscape, evoking a prehistoric, fiery, and wild environment.

Cons

Can be overwhelming: Its intense smokiness, animalic notes, and sharp spices can be too much for some, potentially causing irritation or headaches.

Not a blind buy: Due to its challenging and unconventional profile, it's strongly advised to sample before purchasing a full bottle.

Divisive scent profile: Some find the smoky, tarry, or medicinal aspects off-putting, comparing it to burnt barbecue or machine oil.

Comparisons

Evokes a landscape: Often described as smelling like 'landscape incense' or a 'primordial forest, volcanic ash falling like snow', rather than directly comparing to other perfumes.

Reminiscent of burning elements: Reviewers frequently mention associations with 'charred woods', 'burning resins', 'campfire smoke', or 'tar'.