Gardenia (2016)
49 ratings
From your scent profile
Zara Gardenia (2016) is a creamy, floral perfume for women with a fruity, sweet side; it has been discontinued.
Skunky's take: I wandered into a flower garden and I am not leaving.
How does it perform?
From 46 community ratings, all out of 10.
Keeps you company for a few hours, a quick refresh fits nicely.
Leaves a light trail and stays polite in a crowd.
Looks good without trying too hard.
Most people feel it is worth the price.
Blind buy risk
69% of votes are positive, the rest are more reserved.
Notes
They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.
Accords
From most dominant to most subtle.
- Floral
- Fruity
- Sweet
- Gourmand
- Creamy
Floral
Fruity
Sweet
Gourmand
CreamyWhat does Gardenia (2016) smell like?
Jasmine forms the floral centre, and raspberry adds a fruity sweetness to it. Vanilla and musk settle that sweetness into a creamy, gourmand base, while bergamot lightens the weight a little.
Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it is noticed up close without filling a room. Most voters pick fall and spring, and it leans towards leisure and daily wear. Its character reads mainly feminine, with a good share also calling it modern.
When to wear it?
Seasons and occasions, by user votes.
- 31%Autumn
- 29%Spring
- 22%Winter
- 18%Summer
Autumn
Spring
Winter
Summer- Casual25%
- Daytime23%
- Nighttime18%
- Evening18%
- Office15%
Least picked for the office.
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Last updated: October 26, 2026