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NeemHevyUnede – :
Sallrw, I’m not sure if this is helpful, but I happen to have just found a smell-a-like for this perfume on a website called Perfume Parlour. You can buy a 13ml spray bottle quite cheaply. The only problem is it’s in the UK, so postage could be expensive.
You could always have look anyway and see.
Lushpar – :
I’m wanting to get a bottle of this but I would like to try it first because of the cost.
Does anyone have a small decant that they can spare in exchange for a few dacants from my wardrobe? I’m in the US. Thanks!
Edit: Thank you mounen
letock – :
Cinnamon done right. A no frills spice. Smoky and sensual, a must have if you’re into orientals!
tlefdndsd – :
Let’s see why all this HYPE for LE TIGRE!!
I can tell that reminds me By from D&G in a way on my skin.
I don’t like Osmanthus and the mix with Kumquat and
cinanamon…
From all my “Perfume experience” this is not something special but sexy.
OK.
Another one discontinued.
I don’t like it…
It reminds me also Rush from Gucci when first came out
and loVe it but this…NO!
Sorry.
Want something sexy, long lasting for winter??
This is the one.
V
Кирил1л – :
I’ve had great expectation on this… Well nice but mediocre.
Mandarine/orange flowers, amber, white florals, coconut aroma.
Smell like a school’s perfumed eraser.
Do not pay a fortune on ebay.
Very weak sillage.
This is Just nice. Inoffensive. Childish.
Remember me Pure Poison by Dior, Azahar by Dominguez.
DenyyUSSR – :
Really old school (thank you captain…) and dense – you can smell all the notes at once, yet soft – not you typical 80′ killer. From the very beginning, you have tangerine, kumquat, ylang-ylang, amber and a tiny bit of cinnamon. I wished for the cinnamon bomb, but it didn’t happen, so I won’t cry after this one. Nevertheless a really good creation.
3xBAR – :
I managed to score a mini of this on ebay, and I’m almost sorry I did. It’s one of those discontinued perfumes that is so perfect for me, it might be best if I’d never tried it. Is it better to have loved and lost? The jury’s still out.
It’s like spending a perfect weekend with the man of your dreams knowing all along that it cannot be, and when Monday morning comes he’ll be gone. The time together is beautiful, but terribly bittersweet because you see the end coming and there is no help for it. Would it be better to never even meet him, to miss out on the pleasure but spare yourself the pain? I’m sad every time I put this on because I love it so much. Like an enraptured lover I revel in the perfect combination of cinnamon and citrus. I wrap myself in the heady embrace of spices and fruit, knowing that much too soon it will be for the last time.
This scent is rare in that it manages to combine cinnamon and orange notes without coming off the least bit like Christmas, air freshener, or baked goods. The cinnamon is warm and spicy; the citruses are bright and fresh, not candied or cloying. The result is a mesmerizing scent that just like a tiger is stunningly beautiful and mysterious, but even when approachable is still not entirely tame. It’s not a scent for everyone. This is not gourmand, not an olfactory dessert, this is *perfume*. I am in utter mourning that it has to end, and I can’t stop it.
Le Tigre being discontinued seems heartbreakingly appropriate, reflective of the plight of real-life tigers on the brink of extinction. Soon they’ll be gone too, forever, taken for granted by mankind. I donate and try to do my part, always in fear that we won’t be able to hold onto them. I want desperately to see these majestic cats saved, and this scent reintroduced to celebrate their comeback.
lehan251 – :
Jungle Le Tigre by Kenzo is a truly fascinating scent, and I am indeed grateful to own a bottle of this discontinued gem. It’s not a scent that will appeal to everyone, but for those of you that enjoy sweet amber scents it’s definitely worth the hassle of tracking it down.
When I first sprayed Jungle Le Tigre I must admit that I wasn’t prepared for the sweetness I was met with. It has this super sugary opening of citrus and gooey amber. It also has this odd carrot juice smell to it which may be off-putting to some.
The more the scent settles on the skin the more oriental and spicy it becomes. It’s nowhere near as spicy as Jungle L’Elephant, but it is obvious that the two go hand in hand. If you enjoy one, you’ll most likely enjoy the other.
The drydown definitely has a hint of vanilla in addition to the amber and cinnamon. Despite the fact that Jungle Le Tigre is sweet, it’s definitely not a gourmand. In my opinion its discontinuation is probably due to the fact that it is a bit of an acquired taste. It’s not your typical crowd-pleaser. In fact, I have had a few people in close proximity to me crinkle their noses with displeasure.
Surprisingly I enjoy Jungle Le Tigre more during the warmer months than I do during Winter. The citrusy top notes adds a lighter and fresher feel to this otherwise heavy scent. The longevity is excellent, as is the sillage. As I’m down to my last few milliliters of Jungle Le Tigre, I must admit that I will be sad when it’s all gone but probably not so distraught to purchase another super expensive bottle on Ebay.
borisoff2010 – :
such a warm scent! At first i smelled the cinnamon , so beautiful mixed with some orange (I think?)
thick and warm and creamy. Very indulgent.Very uncommon to any other scents i Have but I love it. About 15 minutes later it turned in to a smoky orangy something.
The lady in the shop said this Junjle-Tigre is overwhelming, so i will have to take easy on spraying if I go to the office.
olyabelinski – :
I have a sample of this fragrance thanks to the kind Yohji (her review just happens to be one below mine). There is some unusual (for me?) note in the opening. Kumquat? Not sure what it is. In about half an hour this initial note disappeared and the scent became delicious. The delicious stage lasts for about 6 hours – not bad at all! It’s deep, citrusy, warm and slightly sweet. Very nice!
JasonNelQQ – :
Zoomed in dry savanna, where slowly and carefully, leaving prints from big soft paws on hot sand, the tiger is crouching. I heard somewhere, that in wild life big cats, like lions and tigers, have very pleasant sweet herbaceous scent, the one you wouldn’t expect from predators.
So that’s how Tigre smells like – like tropics in dry season, like warm tropical penetrating davana, like sand with no rain for ages, tart kumquat with cinnamon and massoia wood with its milky woodiness, proved to be a very bewitching mix. The fragrance doesn’t have a top, middle notes or development to me, – it stays all way the same, or I simply able to smell all notes at once, yet it is so visually-unusual that I don’t mind at all. Hard to say if I prefer brother-elephant – very much equal love with these two.
Right notes:
Top note :
Bergamot, Kumquat, Davana
Middle note :
Osmanthus, Ylang-Ylang
Base note :
Massoïa wood, Cinnamon
sanek – :
Le Tigre. What could be a better signature fragrance for me? (even though I don’t have a signature.) This is such a happy, fun, sunny fragrance! All the citrus and spice… not too sweet… just right. I received a mini bottle from a lovely member, and I’m so grateful. It’s a shame that FBs are so expensive, because I would gladly add this Tiger to my wardrobe. The bottle couldn’t be any cuter.
jqgujgf – :
Wonderful opening; like taking i bit bite out of a sweet smelling tangerine. That is actually the best part of Le Tigre. Rest is really good, though.
I like that this perfume is original. Doesn´t smell similar or like anything else in my perfume wardrobe.
Does not last as long as I would have wished. Some perfumes have a loooong and satisfying drydown. Le Tigre just fades away….
UnolaGold – :
Finally got my Tiger!!:) I will update my review when i have tried it out a few more times, it arrived today! First impression is very good!!<3 The bottle i found is a 100ml/3,4 size and a tester-bottle! It has the notes of the scent printed on the the bottle so i can add two keyingredients not listed above and those are Davana and Massoia-wood! The Davana plant is from India and is not listed on Fragrantica but it said having a rich fruity sweet scent that are known to smell different from individual to individual, therefore often used in high-class perfumery for that personal scent! I’m very happy to have been able to add this to my collection and will, as said, be back with a longer review soon! But this scent, i can tell is for everybody who loves fruity sweet scents with a pinch of spice, it smells “real”, not the usual floral-fruity synthetic concoctions from varius celebs! I could also faintly smell something in it from “big brother” Le Elephant!
ника-ника 1979 – :
Stalked ebay for ages to get a mini of this. I was expecting cinnamon-orange creaminess along the lines of Organza Indecence. Instead, I found this to be surprisingly strong on the osmanthus, with a resulting fruity tartness I’m not digging. Perfect if that’s your jam, though. Just doesn’t happen to be mine. (I did notice that there’s something intimate/personal humming around in the base that makes this meld with the skin far better than your typical sweet-and-sour fruity frag. It’s difficult to pin down exactly what it is, but I’ve gotten a similar feel from Shiseido’s FdB, as well.)
proletarka – :
I think Antonio Banderas’ Diavolo per Donna is a lighter and cheaper version of Kenzo Jungle Le Tigre… I had both fragrances. I like them.
scorp89 – :
This smells like carrot cake, in the best way possible.
gfhfljrc – :
Citrusy spicy..officially not for me. For those who miss this scent i’d like to recommend a cute cheap and a bit spicier alternative Salvador Dali “Itislove Intense”. I will add Tigre to my collection and keep searching for Elephant, which, ironically, is harder for me to find…
TROLL777 – :
I really miss this lovely scent.
пронинов – :
A citrus opening, with light spicy undertones. The next phase remains lightly spicy, with a warmth and vanillic edge, but it remains fairly bland. Much better than it’s Elephant counterpart, but still not on my “wear” list.
shagova – :
I love this fragrance, prefer to the elephant version. Very dissapoined to find out it was discontinued
maksim00700 – :
This was a gift from a friend and I don’t like it at all. It’s too fuity and, on me it sent like rotten fruit. It’s a pitty because there are other fragrances from Kenzo which I really like. At last I gave it away to another friend of mine who really liked this one
sadistica – :
Warm and intensive mix of orange citruses, ylang-ylang and spices.
I like it more than Kenzo Jungle L’Elephant, but actually, it’s not my cup of tea, too. I don’t like the citrusy background. And the spices don’t seem too pleasant to me.
yyooma – :
Nőies,elegáns,érzéki illat.Ajánlom minden Nőnek!!!
Marzln – :
Perfume from paradise….
tural_005 – :
It’s not my cup of tee. Too sweet, even though that “brioche” note is rather interesting.
emi.su – :
I think of Tigre as Elephant’s baby sister. While Elephant is stomping around its bedroom playing very loud music Tigre is sitting quietly doing something artistic and cute. Sweet, interesting and engaging, tho I’m not sure I can imagine that Asian jungles smell of oranges and cinnamon. But today I certainly do, and I like it very much indeed.
IrenaKaraba – :
For all lovers of this frag: I just bought me Tristano Onofri “Jungle Queen” (the name is just soridiculous that it is almost ok).
And though the name of the perfume is reaaallly to be ignored the scent is not:
It is a slightly more juicy (more mandarin I think) and not soooo much cinnamon-cream type of Kenzo’s “Le Tigre”.
Sadly it is not in the database… You see it time and again in auction houses or in the net… It is inexpensive and oh so worth it if you want to just have a possibility to enjoy the character of Le Tigre. It is not a direct copy but it is very close. The closest I smelled so far…
maks96kz – :
I’ve felt in love in le Tigre so much that I’ve bought 20 ml of the fragrance. It was expensive but it’s worth all the money. What a gorgeous scent! The wild cat with lazy attitude can make you go for him (because it’s “he” in my mind 😉 ) An image of Africa without buying a ticket and at once! Love, love it 🙂 Actually when I’ve smelt it for the first time I knew I love it and felt that was it when it comes to spicy oriental scents (Elephant is in my top ten of all time fragrances too)
Mayston – :
Opening with a gorgeous apricot and orange accord, very fresh and delightfully fruity. Osmanthus then warms and brings in a velvety, floral, fruity smoke (which is where the similarity to apricot comes from).
Cinnamon indeed stripes this with a little heat, warm and luxurious and enhancing the sweetness, like dried fruit; ylang-ylang gives the heart some sexy full body, making this fragrance feel rather fleshy.
I was anticipating something darker with its reference to the majestic tiger (perhaps more like Cartier’s Le Baiser du Dragon), but the fruitiness gives Jungle le Tigre a playful character–a flirty feline with a little welcome bite.
templar5 – :
I don’t think that it is so close to Organza.
I tested it yesterday and while I was still wondering whether I could like it, my husband found it extremely stinky. So it’s a no-go for me 😉
AnGeL777 – :
Thank you. I don’t know Organza Indecence, I know Organza and I don’t like it, I hope O. I. is better, because I don’t like this ‘biting’ feeling Organza on me has.
I fell in love in Le Tigre at once, unfortunately it isn’t produced and what’s left is so very expensive… I also love Elephant, but Tigre is easier to wear, cinnamon and wood here is absolutely fantastic. I rarely say a fragrance is a masterpiece. But the one really is 🙂
Патрик4342 – :
I absolutely love it. If anyone knows a scent similiar to this one, please let me know. Le Tigre is a masterpiece! It’s oriental but not too sweet, a beautiful exotic feeling – you do travel when you smell the perfume!
dozzor – :
A lovely scent. Soft, a little bit spicy and amber/vanilla-warm. I wear this one both daytime and night/party-scent. Its not loud but its here all around me. The staying-power could be better – stays on my skin for about 2 hours..Le Tigre is for a grown up girl, I think. (EdP)
En härlig doft. Mjuk, lätt kryddig och amber/vaniljvarma basnoter. Jag använder denna doften både dagtid och för kväll/party. Det är ingen stark doft men den finns runt mig och är härligt tydlig utan att vara skarp eller stickig. Den håller lite dåligt på min hud – ca 2 timmar, sen är doften borta. Le Tigre är en doft för kvinnan mitt i livet i mitt tycke. (EdP)
minabilow – :
wow what a kick i got out of this one .
I got it as a sample and sniffed the bottle and thought . no not my thing , but i did put some one today to try it .. and wow . at first it was quite spicy whit all the citruses. im a little puzzeld by the fact that it does not list spices in the opening.
just after a little wild somthing sweet comes in to play . i almost stopped in all i was doing at the time just sniffing and sniffing . It was almost like a wiff of marsmelow powder. quite nice. lovely, i guess it is at this stage the flowers come in to play . i realy realy like the smell of this one . but i have to reply it a few times and test in out properly to figuere this one out totaly .
Plesently suprised by this one .
YES..
kamaeva – :
Today one of my students asked me to sign a petition about legal protection of animals in my country and I did it willingly. In my country there are no tigers 🙂 still, what a disgrace it was eliminating this charming predator from the shop shelves! Somebody should write a petition.
I must admit this is for me, so far, one of the most painful fragrance discontinuations ever. I am somehow emotionnaly attached to Tiger.. First of all, even if, arguably, not a masterpiece, it was a really one of a kind perfume – never ever I managed to find anything even slightly comparable, with all the massive production going on all this time – a woody-spicy-oriental, light but not weak, combining spices and citrus in an edgy and extraordinary way. It is 0% sticky, still sweet and pronounced. Also, maybe because it was somehow totally not-european (pure Africa for me!), there was something evermodern about it, I can’t imagine it going outdated. It could easily be relaunched now as a hipster frag!
Second, the whole Jungle line – Elephant, Zebra and Tiger – was extremely recognizable, eye- and heartcatching and very memorable. Lovely and cute, too, the colours, the animal “totems” and all. It also fitted the Kenzo brand perfectly (colourful, freespirited, exotic, ethnic) and it should be kept as their flaship fragrance line.
Third, I just love the idea of a “tiger” scent, and this was a very good one (even if it, in fact, represented a cute and fluffy baby tiger, like some said before, or, more precisely, a tiger, and everything else, from Henri Rousseau’s paintings!) and the colourful mini package and beautiful tigre-capped bottle are so enjoyable – they are like toys that I use to treat myself from time to time:)
Elephant and Tiger are like two sides of the moon, or like twin brothers. You just don’t break homes like this!
Xeroxcgzop – :
One of my favorites. Such an amazingly special scent. It is spicy, it is round, it is like an african sunset. I’d LOVELOVELOVE to get my hands on a bottle and cherish every drop like nothing else.
miami7 – :
Oranges and tangerines on the bed of cinnamon sticks.
And I thought I don’t like cinnamon in Perfumes?!
It’s gorgeous!
Intos – :
It is gorgeous!
I’ve made a really good deal and purchased this at a very good price…. It is my first rare fragrance and I’m happy :)It is more tender than the Elephant. On me I can smell the cinnamon, the orange and tangerine and overall it is a refined and well combined fragrance.
Enemyr – :
Tigre is such a special and truly highly sophisticated fragrance.
After initial application you get a powerful burst of citruses, with kumquat being the leader 🙂
But it is not tarty or tangy but juicy sweet and mouthwatering.
Then, come spices and osmanthus; the fragrance changes dramatically, it feels like the highest quality lemon pepper.
Unlike most of you, I do not get any cinnamon, which is a shame as I was so looking forward to ‘taste’ it.
In my opinion, Tigre is far different from Elephant in terms of overall feel; Elephant was heavy, Tigre is of just the right strength. Very prominent cloves in Elephant made me a bit dizzy, there is no such feel in Tigre; there is no dominance of particualr notes. To me, all notes in Tigre do a great ‘team work’.
Overall, I highly recommend Tigre to those who are deeply in love with spicy and powerful fragrances.
You will not get unnoticed wearing Tigre.
It is not as overwhelming as its brother – Elephant, so can easily be worn to office, on casual Saturday or a special evening for two 🙂
P.S. Why it has been discontinued is completely beyond me, as it is far better than Elephant.
Tigre prices are ridiculously high, some of them cost as much as $200-$400.00 which in my opinion, is a cleverly thought over marketing catch. Get it before it becomes impossible to find. (Finding it nowadays is already a mission impossible)
Lurdz – :
The top notes smelt sharp and confusing on me, but luckily they only lasted about 5 minutes then out comes the lovely oriental notes of amber, cinnamon and vanilla, well balanced, not sharp but not sweet. It’s not totally unique but it’s nice.
bayker976 – :
a spcicy and fruity scent. Much better then elephant
karnizenko – :
kenzo elephant smells like christmas potpourri on me but this one is really nice. The ylang ylang comes out on top and it’s all buttery sweetness. The cinnamon is very sedate which is appreciated
elenoxs – :
I have just received my 30ml bottle.It was a surprise from my husband.I really wanted this perfume because I love cinnamon and tigers.I don’t believe though that it is worth the money because it is discontinued and thus rare.I think some people take advantage of it and ask
for a lot of money.Of course it is sexy,mysterious and ‘adventurous’ and at the same time it is sweet and cute. I like both elephant and tiger the same and i really don’t understand why elephant still exists at the shops and tiger doesn’t.Don’t they see that there are a lot of people who like it?
jackwork – :
Started out very fruity, very sweet, and a little sharp on me. Stayed sharp through the dry-down, and devolved into pure cinnamon, which is a cold note on my chemistry, not a warm one.
darkzero – :
I was truly disappointed in how this worked with my chemistry. I was so looking forward to experiencing it from the reviews. Strange as it is what le Tigre is on me is freshly ground peppercorns. It starts with pepper and a slight floral background that I hoped would come forward. Instead the pepper grew stronger. While I love freshly ground pepper I couldn’t bring myself to like wearing it. I have no idea why everyone seems to get delicious sweet cinnamon and citrus notes and I get pepper but I’m envious. 🙁
nanotek – :
Mmmmm… rawr!! This smells sooo lovely. I just adore spicy scents! I can’t help but to smile as I deeply inhale this perfume. I love the cinnamon, it is perfectly balanced with the other notes! I only have a mini bottle but it is so cute! I love the little tiger top. I need to obtain a full bottle of this; it is so worth it!
mik1684 – :
I got luckier than I could wish for when NathalieZ sent me this bottle; I just adore it! She is a wonderful “fragrantican” that decided to give me great joy with this perfume!
Going back to “le tigre”, I must say that is much softer and more quiet than the “elephant”. Very wearable, on me it smells like cake; sweet vanilla mixed with cinnamon sugar, and a bit of lemon/bergamote. It quite warm, and seems to radiate comfort. Wonderful in its simplicity, it doesn’t have the raw sexuality that the “elephant” gives…. this is a pretty little baby tiger that wants to be loved, cuddled, petted.
So while I love both Kenzo le tigre and Kenzo elephant, I have to say that the similarities stop and the bottle design, name, and cinnamon flavor. One is a mysterious, possibly illegal love affair, very passionate and wild, unpredictable ( this is the elephant), while the other is a comforting, beautiful, trustworthy love, a wonderful, warm and secure relationship.( le tigre).
Your choice; I want and like both styles, but I surely see myself wearing Le tigre more often than the elephant.
sergejjbazhanv – :
I tested this one and loved it but haven’t bought it, hmm there must be a reason. Maybe just a little too spicy? Individual and sexy though.
pozarny – :
Comparing L’Elephant & Le Tigre – I like them both but I prefer the second. Elephant is strong and vibrant but the Tiger is subtle, sweeter and more delicious. I love the cinnamon element which lingers beautifully on the skin. The corresponding note in Elephant is the patchouli which lasts even longer but is a little harsh. A loud trumpet instead of a deep loving purr!
iturup2007 – :
Kenzo Elephant was just too spicy for me. When I got this in the mail and tried it I immediately fell in love with it. A bit citrusy at the beginning but tamed because of the cinnamon. Such a nice mixture of warm cinnamon and citrus. A truly special unique perfume unlike any other I have. For all of you that have tried Kenzo Elephant and it’s just a little to much for you? then give this one a chance, I don’t think you’ll be disappointed. It has the spiciness of jungle elephant but not the strong punch and bitterness…
bargertjoeann1 – :
I`m soo glad i have this one!I have a big love for oriental parfumes and this is one of them!This is more a refreshing oriental not heavy spicy.It suits very good fall and maybe winter time.There is a bodylotion from the body shop who smells like this fragrance,its called spa wisdom body balm(the brown one in a jar)
ido308Negeltzex – :
Kenzo Tiger is a perfume of wonderful and contrasting excesses.
The top notes are a cry of the jungle, we can feel the deep scent of smashed leaves and roofs. Citrus notes are combined with resinous sweet and bitter notes.
The heart notes are those of cinnamon, with its proper spicy sweetness, along with flowers, what makes the scent turns into something more delicate.
What is left then is mostly vanilla leaving to the base a sweet and resinous bouquet. Some spicy wood and camphor present in the composition are softened by amber.
Kenzo Tiger is a love or hate fragrance that evokes passion or disgust. It’s perfect for cold days when we can feel its warm density. It has intense silage and will last for hours…;) Bighouse
ilo204speagoessenda – :
I wanted so much to like Kenzo Elephant, because of the nice bottle and the wild name. But it turned out to be just to spicy for me. Yesterday I got the chance to try Kenzo Tigre. This one is exotic too, but it’s more mild. To me it is a sweet, candy-like smell. Very sweet, pleasant citrus. This one is now on my wanted list.
mph018speagoessenda – :
The firs time i used this parfum all the people asked me for this. I always sayd “jungle tiger” is gorgeous, and very very original. You never will smell like the others.
The very best of kenso.
miks-13 – :
I have never been to Africa, but now I imagine, that warm summer nights there smell just like le Tigre… so cosy, so warm, so comfortable… 🙂
yustes – :
Punchy thanks to citrus fruits yet so mellow with its spicy base… A very curious and fluffy baby tiger to cuddle indeed !
My skin chemistry loved it sooo much !A shame this fragrance is impossible to find in France since 8 years or so…
misha123erw – :
When i think of this perfume i imagine a baby tiger: soft, lovely, warm to hold, a bit dangerous, but still gorgeaus. What i really love about this fragrance, is the warm creamy cinnamon smell it leaves on my skin:)
mityu72 – :
This is my best fragrance!I love it!It’s a smooky,erotic parfume..:)
Gorunu4 – :
Oh my GOD…this is horrible. It smells like floor cleaner liquid. As well as Kenzo Elephant. I am so dissapointed..I love Kenzo but not with this one 🙁
Катя69 – :
Beautiful, sweet, cinnamon fragrance 🙂