Penguin

Penguin by Zoologist Perfumes

Launch Year: 2024
Perfumer: Chiaki Nomura
Concentration: Extrait de Parfum

Fragrance Profile

Top Notes: Antarctic Air Accord, Ice Accord, Juniper Berry

Heart Notes: Pink Pepper, Saffron, Cistus, Suede

Base Notes: Sandalwood, Moss, Musks

Performance

Longevity: Excellent (8–10+ hours)

Projection: Moderate

Ideal For

Perfect for winter, cool spring days, daytime or evening wear, and anyone who enjoys modern fresh fragrances with icy mineral accords, aromatic spices, soft suede, and smooth woody musks.

Description

Penguin is Zoologist Perfumes' refreshing tribute to one of Antarctica's most resilient inhabitants, capturing the breathtaking contrast between frozen landscapes and the warmth of a tightly gathered colony. Crisp, mineralic, and quietly elegant, it transforms the sensation of icy air into an unexpectedly comforting fragrance.

The fragrance opens with a striking blend of Antarctic air accord, shimmering ice accord, and aromatic juniper berry, creating an invigorating freshness that feels clean and crystalline. As it develops, pink pepper, saffron, resinous cistus, and supple suede introduce warmth and texture, mirroring the contrast between the frozen environment and the penguin's insulating plumage. The dry down settles into creamy sandalwood, earthy moss, and soft musks, leaving behind a smooth, refined trail that remains cool, airy, and sophisticated.

Fresh, modern, and beautifully understated, Penguin balances glacial freshness with soft woods and elegant musks, creating one of Zoologist's most unique interpretations of a cold-weather fragrance.