Signature CoCoLoCo

First of all, I would like to explain why this fragrance has so many reviews on the first day. The fragrance has been out for around a week, and there is a FB group that posted that it was up on Fragrantica, so a few of us decided to come and review it. It's not some grand scheme where George Zaharoff paid people to come write about it. Sorry to kill your Reddit conspiracies, but there is nothing here, Jack. Now, let's talk about the scent... The hot Brazilian sun. An ice-cold coconut water with a hint of pineapple. Dancing all day and into the night. A kaleidoscope of vibrant plumage. Smiles that light up the night. The rhythm of your heart beating to the music. All these things and more describe the house of Zaharoff’s newest release, Signature CoCoLoCo. Far outside the traditionally luxurious feel of the house, owner George Zaharoff has once again summoned Claude Dir, and he told him to make sure we have a darn good time with this one... The American brand’s recent release starts out with red clementine that brings an uplifting and juicy quality to the scent. The coconut doesn’t waste any time and shows its beauty in the opening as well. This isn’t just any coconut though, the exotic fruit (or nut, depending on your disposition) struts its refreshing aroma without turning into suntan lotion. It doesn’t smell like coconut oil either, or even coconut rum. This is the purest coconut accord that I have smelled, and the most realistic. It lacks the creamy facets that hinder many fragrances that contain the fruit. It’s the feeling of when you crack open the hard shell and the smell of the juicy flesh and water bursts into your lungs. The sort of experience that makes your heart jump for joy every time. That coconut and red clementine is met with pineapple. This isn’t a sticky sweet pineapple juicy, and not the type you put on pizza either, you savages (joking). This is a freshly sliced fruit, oozing with natural juices, unsqueezed and pure. Many cite Aventus as the prime pineapple scent, but CoCoLoCo is coming for that crown. Again, it feels natural and seamless, beautifully wound up in the in the composition and only displaying an ever so slight tropical sweetness. The tie to the original signature is the cardamom. The fresh and airy spice hailing from Guatemala isn’t the dry and warm type that you are used to. If you buy ground cardamom in the store, then this aroma is like it. People have commented on the pear, but I don’t directly identify it. Maybe it’s lending a hand to the juiciness of the composition. I am not sure, but it isn’t showing up to my nose. The heart reveals a warm spiciness. I do believe this is the pimento leaves lending a cinnamon-cardamom type fusion with the dryness of cedarwood. It feels luxurious, and still maintains the core of the coconut and pineapple in this stage. The final dry down gets even more sensual. It feels as if this fragrance moves from daytime partying to an evening dinner. Rich and opulent vanilla comes out to play with the help of benzoin, with a creamy sweetness that is delicate and not heavy-handed. Heliotrope, with its hazy almondy vanillic quality subtly shines in the background and creates a soft veil between the fresh top and the seductive base. This is Zaharoff's best fragrance. Certainly his best freshie. It blows other coconut fragrances out of the water, such as Creed's Virgin Island Water, which I am a fan of CoCoLoCo smells nothing like VIW, so if you are looking for an alternative to it, then you will be sadly mistaken. I was not disappointed one bit, and it's actually much better than I anticipated. Hats off, George. You made me a happy man.

Zaharoff Signature CoCoLoCo is the epitome of a tropical-style Summer banger. In true Zaharoff fashion, this is blended so unbelievably smoothly that each and every note is not only present, but works seamlessly with the others. The shining star is, like the namesake suggests, the coconut. However, it is a coconut FLESH and not the typical synthetic or suntan-lotion style that most are familiar with. Instead, this one is a hyper-realistic, creamy, and natural-smelling coconut that is a dream. This persists throughout the life of the fragrance, which acts as a true Parfum concentration and lasts all day long. The first few hours are bright, fruity (the Pineapple/Clementine combo is mouth-watering), and announce CoCoLoCo’s presence. After that, this begins to sit closer to the wearer and the warmer and woodier notes begin to reveal themselves. Into the drydown, this fragrance maintains that signature coconut flesh but welcomes a cozy concoction of white musk, vanillia/tonka, and benzoin that lingers until the fragrance is washed off. Quite possible the best part about this fragrance is that it is blended so well and the notes lend themselves so keenly to being unisex that ANYONE can wear and enjoy. Furthermore, it is a fragrance that, I believe, will wear differently for both men and women such that it will lean moreso towards each respective gender based on individual skin chemistry. On me, for example, CoCoLoCo leans slightly more masculine as I get much more of the spicy/woody supporting notes on top of that coconut flesh base. Needless to say this one is a winner. So much so that I have already started purging my other Summer staples (Virgin Island Water, namely) as this has overtaken them all. Everyone needs to get their nose on this if not immediately add it to their collection. You won’t regret it.

As usual for my reviews, presentation first. Bottle is standard Zaharoff fare with a colorful wrap. Very nice, atomizer is good. I saw commercials for this one on YouTube so they're very proud of it. As they should be! Off the top, a lot of fruit and definitely a blue. Coconut creeps in and it's very creamy, adding a different dimension to your standard blues. I get some spice from the cardamom and a tad woodiness from cedar. A good dose of vanilla makes this seem like a photorealistic tropical drink. The tonka as well. I don't pick out a lot of the other notes but that may be a testament to it's blend. It is reminiscent of a DUA hybrid that I own of LNDL and Virgin Island Water, almost to a tee. However, the blend is far superior. I would definitely say it is a spicier, more blue version of VIW. I really like it and I could see it pulling massive compliments, if that's your thing. Summer banger, as the kids would say. I would go full casual with this. It screams casual on holiday. Though, it's a very nice scent so maybe also office in summer. Not a screamer, definitely noticeable but subdued. Longevity is pretty great. I think mileage may vary depending on your tastes in performance but it's no slouch. No age hang ups. Very versatile. May even work in winter with it's creamy nature. Overall, I really enjoy this and it's a blind buy I'd highly recommend if this is your kind of DNA but the company makes sampling pretty painless so give it a shot!

Get ready to samba your senses into a frenzy with the Rio Carnival Escapade fragrance! As the sun-soaked streets of Rio de Janeiro come alive with rhythm and color, this fragrance opens with the zesty burst of clementine, the tropical allure of pineapple, and the luscious sweetness of pear – a carnival of fruits dancing in harmony. The heart notes ignite the carnival spirit, where the coconut scent takes you to sandy beaches and the vibrant pimento swirls around you like confetti in the air. Star jasmine and cedar create a floral rhythm that syncs with the beats of the samba drums, while neroli adds a burst of energy that mirrors the crowd's vivacity. As the night unfolds, the base notes unveil a sensual dance of aromas. Tonka bean and vanilla sway like carnival floats, leaving a trail of irresistible warmth. Heliotrope infuses the air with the essence of fluttering costumes, while white musk and benzoin create an enchanting atmosphere that lasts well into the night. With Cocoloco , you're not just wearing a fragrance – you're embodying the spirit of the Rio de Janeiro carnival, where every note is a step in the samba parade and every scent is a swirl of vibrant emotions. It's an invitation to dance, celebrate, and indulge in the electrifying magic of the carnival!

Simply explained, it is happiness in a bottle to me. Fruity, citrusy, sweet, and clean. The vibe and feel is relaxed and laid back. Like being on vacation laying on a beach. It always relaxes me to put this on. This is pretty unisex, perhaps leaning slightly masculine, if i Had to chose a "side" here. Any age range would appreciate this. Casual wear, but could work for the office and not to formal work places. There is nothing wrong with this as a work fragrance (other then it may make everyone around you dream of being on a beach vacation, in stead of working) People calling this "synthetic" needs to lay off the drugs. There is a lot of things that can be said about this, and/or any other Zaharoff fragrance. But "Synthetic" is complete BS. Are there synthetic ingredients? Of course. There are barely any fragrances available these day's without synthetics. But this does Not smell synthetic. That's just someone hating on a brand (which is fashionable these days). Personal score: 8.5/10. I love wearing it, and i love the feeling i have when wearing it. Even though it's not my style of fragrance, i still find myself drawn to it every now and then.

Zaharoff Signature CoCoLoCo (2023) is the latest release from the house, a robust, fresh, sweet blend with a fun, diverse note list but standouts of pineapple, coconut, cedar, benzoin, tonka, and musk, with florals, as well. It gives me a tropical vibe but not stereotypically so, with some savory, spicy, resinous hints in the background to complement the fruit and florals that might be more predictably dominant. Yet it’s neither so sweet nor tart that I’d describe it as a “fruit cocktail” type of fragrance. Rather, it has a convincingly blended vibe that defies some convention and categorization. And while it’s an intense and richly fresh fragrance that I expect to be a summer staple, it, like most of the house, works as a relaxing indoor option and stands out plenty enough to be worn in the cold, as well. It’s currently out of stock but can be pre-ordered again at a lower-than-usual price of $135 (vs the standard $155) for 60ml, and it performs quite well, not among the very strongest of the house (Signature Leather Tabac holds the crown) but consistent with the better-performing entries in the catalogue. 8 out of 10

I’m not a Ross / TLTG fan boy but I bought this fragrance (I will receive it today and update review later) because of his and many other bigger and smaller reviewers opinions. I have nothing from Zaharoff but have heard only good things about the houses product. I’m writing this initial review to say leave the hate to YouTube or Reddit. Shouldn’t be hate in this hobby at all & we all know it’s everywhere but this is an informative website for people to get honest opinions, ratings, reviews and comparisons. Looking at everything on this fragrance that just released is honestly laughable and a lot of y’all take this too damn serious! You’re making TLTG more money doing all this extra immature crap... with that being said get a life, get some money and stop hating! I know y’all are all grown ass men too, lol it’s pathetic. This community isn’t like the rest so don’t make it that way, let’s keep it about the love for fragrances. Not about wether we like or dislike the reviewers. I support & stand with TLTG... he ain’t doing anything different then ANY other reviewers.

Let me start by saying that I am a huge fan of the house of Zaharoff. Not only are the fragrances/presentations of superb quality but it is very easy to see the love and attention to detail that goes into every bottle. Coco Loco is the latest release that continues this trend. First let me start with the presentation which is absolutely stunning and perfectly reflects the spirit of this fragrance. Upon first spraying my mind was immediately transported to a sunny island beach with white sands and crystal clear blue waters, sipping on a pina colada. This is summer in a bottle. I can see this being a unisex scent that leans slightly masculine, and a compliment magnet as well. My wife loves it as well which is a nice bonus as she can be quite a harsh critic of some of my collection. The performance and sillage are also stellar, especially for a fresh fragrance. This one checks all the boxes for me and I can see myself burning throught this bottle rather quickly.

@Penaalfredo23 not sure why you mention TLTG so much as this isn't one of his fragrances, this is not part of the Zed Creators line. That being said I agree with everything you said, there's too much hate for no reason. To rate this poorly and compare it with made up awful fragrances is something only a man-child would do. I've seen this with Jeremy's fragrances, Navitus... mainly youtube related frags and now Zaharoff. I'm waiting for mine to arrive and I will leave a review or some impressions but I'm very excited as I love most of what Zaharoff has released. Tabac and Leather Tabac are just amazing, I really enjoyed Citrine, Royal and the OG, Rosé is amazing and my least favorite is Noir which is still very good.

Funny how the negative "reviewers" here just whine about the fans of the frag/brand, make personal attacks, and yet have nothing to say about the perfume itself. I'd rather read reviews from the fans because they are the ones who have the passion for the fragrances and the ones who actually tell their experiences. Anyone who says this perfume smells like "dog water" clearly is just out here for the hate (or there's really something wrong with their nose-brain connection - or just the brain). It's not a review! Why would anyone need to pay Fragrantica to remove irrelevant and unhelpful reviews when it's the ethical thing for Fragrantica to do?

This is a beautiful fruity fresh summer fragrance that has a well balanced coconut that is more like coconut flesh than the synthetic coconut that smells like a candy. This is more like a piña colada that is perfect day or night. It stays fresh and bright throughout. The musk is there from the middle and lasts well into the 8+ hours on my skin. The fruit in the beginning pulls back a bit. I would say about the two to three hour mark for me. This absolutely unisex I would say is youthful in nature. George was trying to capture carnival in a bottle, well I think he has done it. Great job on an absolute masterpiece!

LOL at the rating and the trolls. When you insert ad hominem attacks into your "review", you have absolutely zero credibility...then you can't tolerate people coming in here to defend a great brand, product, and reviewer. Do some self reflection and improve yourself. Let the adults worry about their business. You take care of your own business...funny thing is you poor souls just made TLTG more $ last night. GREAT FOR HIM! Bottom line, this is a great fragrance and one that I'll wear a lot like most of the other Zaharoff fragrances I own. Great presentations, great scents, and great quality. Deal with it.

Coconut lovers...are you ready? Coco Loco, mark my words, will be one of the most popular fragrances with this note. For me, the best at the moment that I have ever smelt. A wonderful coconut, finally in evidence, with flowery, citrusy and... spicy notes! The inspiration is the carnival in Rio, its joy, its lightheartedness, and I must say that this is what this marvellous creation exudes. I find the bottle amazing, the aroma and persistence astounding... in short, it's on my wishlist and in my opinion it will be a great success when it will arrive in Italy! I look for it anxiously!

Here’s what I want to know. Why is it okay to talk about other popular “Hyped” up fragrances all over YT, FB, and so on ... but because one influencer of many talks about it because he enjoys it and enjoys the house, why does everyone start giving negative reviews to a fragrance just based off that? This site is where people go to get notes on a fragrance/honest reviews. If you don’t like the fragrance, fine... but don’t give false reviews just because you don’t like an influencer, which by the way did nothing any different than any other influencer. Stop bullying and get a life!

Ok, I finally got mine and tried it yesterday (as opposed to most people here bashing on it) and I must say it's great. I wore it for brunch yesterday and I loved every second of it. I got a lot of coconut, sun tany vibe and a gorgeous mandarin and hints of pineapple that gives it a cocktail feel. Performance is good, 7-8 hours with moderate to intimate projection (all these are first impressions as I've only worn it once so far). Forget the hate, we're not here to discuss TLTG, if you want to comment about him you have youtube, let's stick to fragrances here.

Not one bad scent has come from that house. Having said that CocoLoco is a spectacular summer fragrance. Opens up with a mix of tropical fruits blended to perfection and transitions into smooth fresh musky woody vanilla. It’s extremely tropical and luxurious, reminds me of high end trip to the islands. So natural and smooth, in my opinion there’s not really anything to dislike about this one. Performance is good and it just screams luxury, class and sophistication in the most tropical way possible! Beautiful release George Zaharoff.

Of the bat 🦇 I get juicy citrus 🍊 quickly followed up with photorealistic creamy coconut 🥥, some fresh pineapple 🍍. Think a tropical drink, something you’d find at a festival, in a a freshly cut and hallowed pineapple rind. it’s slightly sweet without being cloying, with warm spices, and nutty vanillic undertones. It’s creamy fresh, juicy sensual, and masterfully blended! Most definitely goes in its own direction and wouldn’t be redundant to anything in your fragrance collection!

Funny how anyone expects the fragrantica *community* to moderate itself. If I have a restaurant and I'm being review bombed by people who obviously have a personal gripe with me or just trolling, should I tell them "guys, please behave"? 😝 Of course I report them to the site and let them have the verdict. I'm not sure what the rant on YouTubers is about though (with a touch of ad hominem- which is totally uncalled for and quite telling 🤔). I personally don't see the connection.

The hate for Zaharoff is real. I just can’t believe some people go out of their way to write shit reviews here just because they don’t like the owner. I bought two bottles of this fragrance because it’s worth it. I would be happy to show my PayPal receipt from the transaction. Like many other Zaharoff fragrances I own, this one is another masterpiece. Juicy creamy summer fragrance. Don’t take my word for it or a YouTube reviewer if you don’t want to, experience it yourself.

It is an excellent fragrance. I lived in Brazil from 2013-2015, and this scent reminds me of that - fruit/smoothie shops on the side of the road. It is very fruity, smooth, and not overly sweet. Personally, I think this sits in the same vein as something like Creed's VIW. It is a tropical, fruity fragrance that in my opinion, is much better than the Creed. (I am not saying they smell the same at all, they are just in the same "family" as if they were cousins)