Hummingbird by Zoologist
Brand: Zoologist
Concentration: Extrait de Parfum
Scent overview
A pastel nectar bouquet: honeysuckle, mimosa, lilac and peony dusted with pear-like fruit, cherry and honey, finished with a soft whipped-cream musk over sandalwood and moss.
Scent Character
Extrait de Parfum · Introduced 2015 · Women
Key accords: Apple, Cherry, Citrus, Lilac, Lily of the Valley, Plum
Top Notes
Heart Notes
- Honey
- Honeysuckle
- Mimosa
- Peony
- Tulip
- Ylang-Ylang
Base Notes
- Amber
- Coumarin
- Whipped cream
- Moss
- Musk
- Sandalwood
- White Woods
Occasions: Casual, Daytime, Date
Seasons: Spring, Summer
Fragrance overview
Hummingbird by Zoologist belongs to the floral fragrance family. A pastel nectar bouquet: honeysuckle, mimosa, lilac and peony dusted with pear-like fruit, cherry and honey, finished with a soft whipped-cream musk over sandalwood and moss. Hummingbird opens with Apple, Cherry, Citrus, Lilac, Lily of the Valley, Plum, Rose, and Violet Leaf. The heart brings Honey, Honeysuckle, Mimosa, Peony, Tulip, and Ylang-Ylang. It dries down to Amber, Coumarin, Whipped cream, Moss, Musk, Sandalwood, and White Woods.
How to wear Hummingbird
On skin, Hummingbird by Zoologist has very Good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, Extrait de Parfum concentration. It's best in spring and summer. Reach for it for casual, daytime, and date. Its best layering match in the catalog is CK One by Calvin Klein. Apply Hummingbird first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift. Start with 2 sprays Hummingbird : 2 sprays CK One and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Hummingbird opens with Apple, Cherry, Citrus, Lilac, Lily of the Valley, Plum, Rose, and Violet Leaf.
The heart brings Honey, Honeysuckle, Mimosa, Peony, Tulip, and Ylang-Ylang.
It dries down to Amber, Coumarin, Whipped cream, Moss, Musk, Sandalwood, and White Woods.
What to layer with Hummingbird
CK One by Calvin Klein
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, amber, and musk.
Order: Apply Hummingbird first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hummingbird : 2 sprays CK One
For Her by Narciso Rodriguez
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and musk scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, amber, and musk.
Order: Apply Hummingbird first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer For Her on top for musk lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hummingbird : 2 sprays For Her
Chez Bond by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share plum, violet leaf, and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Hummingbird first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Chez Bond on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hummingbird : 2 sprays Chez Bond
Lafayette Street by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share apple, lily of the valley, and musk.
Order: Apply Lafayette Street first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Hummingbird over the top for floral complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hummingbird : 2 sprays Lafayette Street
Santal Volcanique by Maison Crivelli
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share musk and sandalwood.
Order: Apply Santal Volcanique first — its woody depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Hummingbird over the top for floral complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hummingbird : 2 sprays Santal Volcanique
Pairings to approach with care
Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Not Recommended · 33/99
Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent, and they share amber.
Order: Apply Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum first — its oriental depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Hummingbird over the top for floral complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hummingbird : 1 spray Oud Satin Mood Extrait de Parfum
Overture Man by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 36/99
Overture Man has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Overture Man brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent, and they share sandalwood.
Order: Apply Overture Man first — its oriental depth anchors the blend. Wait 30 seconds, then mist Hummingbird over the top for floral complexity.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hummingbird : 1 spray Overture Man
Related fragrances and why
- CK One by Calvin Klein — Both include rose, amber, and musk.
- For Her by Narciso RodriguezBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include rose, amber, and musk.
- Chez Bond by Bond No. 9BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include plum, violet leaf, and sandalwood.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Hummingbird?
Hummingbird opens with Apple, Cherry, Citrus, Lilac, Lily of the Valley, Plum, Rose, and Violet Leaf. The heart brings Honey, Honeysuckle, Mimosa, Peony, Tulip, and Ylang-Ylang. It dries down to Amber, Coumarin, Whipped cream, Moss, Musk, Sandalwood, and White Woods.
How long does Hummingbird last, and how strong is it?
Hummingbird by Zoologist has very Good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, Extrait de Parfum concentration.
When should you wear Hummingbird?
It's best in spring and summer. It suits casual, daytime, and date.
What layers well with Hummingbird?
CK One by Calvin Klein is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share rose, amber, and musk. Apply Hummingbird first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer CK One on top for fresh lift. Start with 2 sprays Hummingbird : 2 sprays CK One.
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