Weird/creepy circus frag suggestions

I'm looking for my dream circus/clown smell. I want it to be jaunty, strong, weird, performative.

From my collection, Magnetic Candy Eau de Parfum is the closest I have, but still a long way off. Cotton candy without being overly juvenile sweet, and the pomelo mixed with the cotton candy reads somewhat "plastic" to me, which nudges the "weird" box.

The notes of L'Eau de Parfum seem wonderful (and I realize it would be the obvious choice) but all the reviews I've seen mention that the sillage and lasting power are poor, and the popcorn note is the only "weird" thing about it - and not the type of weird I'm looking for.

Examples of the "weird" I'm looking for would be things like latex, grease paint, or the chemical smell of burning electrical cords. Not overpowering, but a hint of it in there to make things a little bizarre.

I'm looking for something grand and powerful. Not something that's just reminiscent of the smells associated with the circus, but with the feeling of attending and being in awe of the talents. Something a little daring, a little edgy, and with a nod of disconcertment. Something that evokes the emotion one might feel when attending a grand spectacle but also being a bit creeped out due to a minor fear of clowns.

Hopefully I've successfully painted a picture of what I'm looking for. I'm also open to layering suggestions!

Born Screaming maybe?

Dark Tales Haunted Circus

Alkemia Kabarett (not circus but grand performance vibes)

This sounds very promising. I'm going to need to track down a sample for sure 👀

Haunted Circus had me put off by the notes initially, since I've got a low threshold for gourmands, but the reviews definitely seem promising. Its a shame they don't ship to America! Maybe I'll get lucky and find a sample second hand

I am also thinking Fantomas Extrait de Parfum or Electric Dreams due to their plastic notes. Or King's Jester Parfum maybe

A decant in various sizes is available at Scentsplit.

Not plastic nor latex, but one of the weirdest and creepiest fragrances that I have ever smelled is Zombie for Him which definitely fits its name, a weirdo masterpiece for sure! As for more "circus" type weird scent I would recommend Déliria which has both creepy metallic notes and candied apple & cotton candy that remind me of funfair.

Fat Electrician
I know it sounds like a strange recommendation, but here’s why:
There’s a sweet, nutty note that smells like the sugary treats you’d get at a circus. Then comes that strange, slightly unsettling accord that feels like hot electric wires / faint burning sensation. It’s cozy and odd at the same time. Wearable.

Foxcroft Fairgrounds

My suggestions -

Circus Fantasy - sweet, candy-like, youthful. Great for daytime or playful nights.

Club de Nuit Intense Man Limited Edition - Good for evenings or night-out vibes. Super intense, memorable, and performance-heavy.

Maybe Craft & Glamour - I'm not a theater person but I have been reliably told it's the essence of backstage smells.

Or something like Warm Bulb for the electricity aspect.