25 community ratings

Zelen

Name: Zelen
Brand: Boka

Perfumer: Boris Zrnic

2023UnisexClassic

Votes lean masculine

8.7/ 10

Community score
25 ratings

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Boka Zelen is a green unisex fragrance that sets bright citrus against the dry, earthy warmth of vetiver and cedar.

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How does it perform?

From 27 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity

8.1 /10

Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.

Sillage

7.4 /10

People close to you notice, nobody gets overwhelmed.

Bottle

8.5 /10

Talks even from the shelf.

Value for money

6.0 /10

The price makes you think, so a small size is a smart start.

Blind buy risk

Low risk

96% of votes are positive and opinions barely differ.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Top notesfirst 15 minutes

Key lime

Japanese yuzu

Italian bergamot

Heart notesfirst few hours

Beeswax absolute

Pink pepper

Green cardamom

Base noteswhat stays into the evening

Haitian vetiver Virginia cedar Mysore sandalwood

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

Fresh
Citrus
Green
Spicy
Woody
Resinous
Earthy
Smoky

What does Zelen smell like?

It opens with key lime, Japanese yuzu and Italian bergamot in a sharp, sparkling citrus burst. The heart turns spicy and lightly resinous with beeswax absolute, pink pepper and green cardamom. The base settles on Haitian vetiver, Virginia cedar and Mysore sandalwood, leaving a woody, earthy and slightly smoky finish.

Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good, though both ratings rest on few votes. The fresh, woody character suits everyday wear, and it sits comfortably on men and women alike. Maison Mona di Orio Les Nombres d'Or - Vétyver and Miller Harris Vetiver Insolent have a close profile.