The Perfume Library

Black Peony

6.1

Zara · 2011

Floral · Sweet · Synthetic

Zara Black Peony is a floral, sweet women's fragrance with a powdery, gourmand side; it has been discontinued. Its longevity and sillage are both rated moderate. Voters link it most with leisure and daytime wear, though it is also worn for nights out and evenings. It reads as a women's scent. White peony and black peony form the floral core, with freesia alongside. Vanilla and apricot sweeten it into a soft, gourmand mood, while bergamot adds a light freshness. The oriental and powdery accords keep the overall impression warm and soft.

Zara Dress Time 03 - Forbidden Pink

7.3

Zara

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Zara Dress Time 03 - Forbidden Pink is a fresh, floral women's scent that settles into a creamy, vanilla-led sweetness. Its longevity is good and its sillage moderate, so it leaves a noticeable trace close to the skin without filling a room. The votes are few, so this is a rough guide rather than a firm measure. There is no season or occasion information, but the sweet, powdery character suits everyday wear. The top opens with neroli and orange, bright and fruity. In the heart, rose and orange blossom turn that freshness into a soft floral. The base belongs to tonka bean and vanilla, which sweeten the scent and leave it warm, gourmand and creamy. Zara Barbie (Eau de Parfum) and Yves Saint Laurent Manifesto L'Eclat have a close profile.

Amber Linen

7.6

Zara

Citrus · Fruity · Sweet

Zara Amber Linen is a sweet, gourmand women's fragrance built on sandalwood, caramel and citrus fruits, and it has been discontinued. Citrus brings a bright, fresh edge, while caramel pulls the scent in a sweet, creamy direction. Sandalwood adds woody depth and a faint spicy warmth that softens the sweetness. A fruity tone runs alongside. Longevity and sillage are rated as moderate, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. It is considered good value for its price. It is positioned as a women's perfume and suits those who enjoy sweet, gourmand scents.

Endless Oud

6.3

Zara

Floral · Spicy · Woody

Zara Endless Oud is a woody, spicy and smoky women's fragrance with a dark character shaped by leather and earthy tones. Bergamot and pink pepper brighten the first impression, but as a whole cedarwood, vetiver and patchouli build a woody, earthy base. Leathery notes and amber warm that base, while orange blossom adds a floral softness that balances the roughness. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though few people have voted, so this is not a firm verdict. It suits women who like richer scents and sits more comfortably in cooler weather given its deep accords.

01 Invigorating

8.1

Zara · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Green

Zara 01 Invigorating is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, green character with a sweet, powdery and creamy warmth. Voters find its longevity and sillage good, though the small number of votes means this is only a rough guide. It also scores highly for value. Mandarin orange and lavender give the scent a bright, slightly green frame. Iris carries the powdery floral side, while suede and white musk settle it onto a soft, creamy base. Caramel adds a sweet, gourmand touch and vetiver keeps the whole thing balanced. Spicy and fruity shades stay in the background.

Heritage Selection - Summer 9.0

7.5

Zara

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zara Heritage Selection - Summer 9.0 is a fresh men's fragrance that pairs bright citrus with a light floral and woody base. Lemon, grapefruit, mandarin orange and orange give it a juicy, fruity sparkle, while petitgrain keeps a green edge running through it. Iris adds a powdery, creamy softness and cardamom a touch of spice. Vetiver and amber settle underneath as a woody, slightly sweet depth. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the small number of votes means these ratings are tentative. As the name suggests, it suits warm days and leans masculine.

Colosso

8.4

Zara · 2026

Sweet · Synthetic · Woody

Zara Colosso is a sweet, smoky, resinous men's fragrance built around saffron, leather and honey. Longevity is rated strong and projection good, though the number of votes is small, so treat this as a first impression rather than a firm measure. It is a masculine scent, and its warm, dense build leans towards cooler weather and evenings. The scent reads as a single piece: spicy notes open it, and saffron and honey bring the sweetness forward. Leather and resins add a smoky, creamy depth, while patchouli and vetiver lay an earthy, woody base. A powdery undertone sits in the background. Its profile is close to Thomas De Monaco Raw Gold and Floris Mahon Leather.

Shades of Lust

7.1

Zara · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Zara Shades of Lust is a fresh, floral women's fragrance with a sweet, fruity lean. White peach gives the scent a soft, juicy sweetness, while orange blossom balances it with a clean floral freshness. Musk sits quietly underneath as a smooth base. A woody touch appears among the accords, but a light, synthetic brightness dominates the overall impression. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so this is not a firm verdict. Voters find it good value for the price. Its profile is close to Yves Rocher Pur Désir de Fleur d'Oranger and Shay & Blue White Peaches.

Night pour Homme IV

7.2

Zara · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Zara Night pour Homme IV is a men's fragrance that sets the brightness of lemon and bergamot against patchouli, bamboo and leathery notes. Citrus and fresh accords lead, with lemon and bergamot giving the scent a lively, fruity edge. Patchouli's woody, earthy tone softens that brightness, while the leathery notes add a spicy, slightly smoky streak. Bamboo rounds it out with a light, green touch. Voters rate both longevity and sillage as moderate, though the small number of votes means these ratings are tentative. It reads as masculine. Zara Vibrant Leather and Vilhelm Parfumerie Morning Chess have a close profile.

Zara Gold

6.1

Zara

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zara Gold is a men's fragrance that lays a sweet, spicy tone over citrus and aquatic freshness. Lemon gives a fresh, bright start, while cinnamon and patchouli pull it towards the spicy side. Amber sweetens the scent and ebony sets a woody base; floral and fruity touches stay in the background, and a synthetic edge can be sensed. Voters find both longevity and sillage weak, though the number of votes is small, so this is not conclusive. It suits those after a light, sweet-fresh scent. Kolmaz Aghoras and Ulric de Varens UDV Flash have a close profile.

Secret Infusion

6.9

Zara · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Zara Secret Infusion is a light, fresh women's fragrance made for daytime, sitting most comfortably in everyday wear, the office and relaxed hours. The scent runs fresh and floral. Pear adds a fruity sweetness, peony and violet carry the floral side, pink musk softens everything, and cedarwood leaves a faint woody base underneath. The overall feel is sweet and clean, with a somewhat synthetic edge. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters choose it for daily wear, leisure and the office, and few for evenings. It is classed as a women's fragrance. Those who like this pear, violet and peony mix could also look at Les Sœurs de Noé Pear Addiction and Davidoff Cool Water Sea Rose.

Classic 6.0

6.9

Zara

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Zara Classic 6.0 is a fresh, floral men's fragrance built around pear, iris and patchouli. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays close and keeps a low profile. The number of votes is small, which makes these ratings a first impression rather than a firm verdict. It is classed as a masculine scent. The freshness of pear meets the powdery, floral side of iris. Patchouli, cedarwood and vetiver give it a woody frame, while tonka bean sweetens it slightly. The accords also carry spicy and synthetic touches. Zara Classic 9.0 and Zara Extreme 9.0 have a close profile.

Go Fruity / Join Life - Go Fruity

6.6

Zara

Floral · Fruity · Sweet

Zara Go Fruity / Join Life - Go Fruity is a fruity, sweet floral made for women, with a bright and soft character. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, so it neither disappears on the skin nor fills a room. The number of votes is small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. It is also rated well for value. Apple and peach lead the top, giving a fresh, juicy start. Iris and rose in the heart add a gentle floral softness, and vanilla sweetens the base. A slightly synthetic edge runs through the accords. Dr. Taffi Acqua di Bolgheri - Elisir di Dolce Vita and Lattafa Sublime (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Parfait d'Orchidée

7.0

Zara · 2023

Floral · Green · Spicy

Zara Parfait d'Orchidée is a floral, spicy women's fragrance that opens on ginger, frankincense and jasmine. Its longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so those ratings are tentative. Voters choose it most for daytime, leisure and office wear, with evening and night out trailing behind. It is classed as a women's perfume. Floral, green and spicy accords lead, with powdery, resinous and smoky shades alongside. Ginger, frankincense and jasmine give a spicy, resinous floral start, then Siam benzoin and iris soften it and add powder in the heart. Ambergris, vanilla and white musk form a sweet, warm base.

Golden Chai

7.6

Zara · 2026

Sweet · Synthetic · Spicy

Zara Golden Chai is a sweet, oriental women's fragrance built around amber and spice. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though only a small number of voters have weighed in, and they find it very good value for the money. It is positioned as a feminine scent. The notes are amber, cinnamon, cardamom and honey. Cinnamon and cardamom bring a spicy warmth, while honey and amber sweeten and soften it. Sweetness dominates the accords, joined by oriental, woody, powdery, creamy and resinous sides and a faint smoky trace. Laboratorio Olfattivo Vanhera and Diptyque Volutes (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Zara Men — Day Collection: 04 Stormy Day

7.0

Zara

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Zara Men — Day Collection: 04 Stormy Day is a sweet, spicy men's fragrance built around cocoa, violet and black pepper. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, though few people have voted, so those ratings are tentative. It is classed as a masculine scent, and voters rate its value for money highly. Cocoa gives it a creamy, gourmand sweetness. Violet adds a soft, powdery floral note, while black pepper brings a spicy lift. The overall impression sits between fresh and sweet, with a synthetic edge. Its profile is close to Campos de Ibiza Flor de Almendra and Xerjoff Allende.

Zara Woman Fruity

6.2

Zara

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Zara Woman Fruity is a fresh, fruity floral with a clear sweet side, made for women, and it has been discontinued. It opens with grapefruit, and rose carries the heart. In the base, amber, sandalwood and vanilla soften the scent and sweeten it. A synthetic edge also shows among the accords, so the whole reads as light, fruity and floral. Longevity is moderate and sillage is weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. The sample of ratings is small, so these impressions are tentative. Sanrio Hello Kitty - Diamond and Montale Diamond Flowers have a close profile.

Acqua della Fontana

8.0

Zara · 2026

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zara Acqua della Fontana is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance led by petitgrain, neroli and bergamot. Its sillage and longevity are moderate: those who rated it find both a little above average, though with few votes this is only a rough guide. There are no season or occasion votes, so all that can be said is that its light, clean build suits everyday wear. Green notes and mineral notes keep it cool, while orange blossom and neroli add a soft floral touch. Musk lays a creamy, powdery base underneath, and the aquatic and woody accords round out the clean feel.

11.0

7.3

Zara

Citrus · Fruity · Sweet

Zara 11.0 is a spicy, woody men's fragrance that carries citrus and fruit freshness into the sweetness of vanilla and amber. The notes read as a single whole: apple and citrus zest give a bright fruity side, while pink pepper and spices sharpen it slightly. Vanilla, amber and musk add a creamy, gourmand sweetness, and cedarwood and patchouli set a woody base underneath. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Voters choose it most for leisure and daytime wear, and it also finds a place on nights out and in the office. It is an easy, not-too-heavy masculine scent.

Encens Vibrant Leather

8.1

Zara · 2022

Citrus · Spicy · Woody

Zara Encens Vibrant Leather is a men's fragrance that starts with citrus and settles into a smoky, resinous, leathery body. Longevity and projection are both moderate, though few people have voted, so this is only a rough guide. The overall rating is high and voters find it good value for the price. There is not yet enough input on seasons or occasions. As a whole, lemon and bergamot bring a bright freshness against the darker, woody tone of leather and patchouli. Pine and bamboo add a dry, green edge, while Somalian frankincense and elemi resin give a smoky, spicy depth. Zara Vibrant Leather and Zara Intense Vibrant Leather have a close profile.

For Him Black Edition Intense

7.6

Zara · 2024

Fresh · Fruity · Sweet

Zara For Him Black Edition Intense is a men's fragrance that sets a peppery, spicy opening of black pepper, chili and cardamom over a woody base of patchouli and cedar. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate, so it stays noticeable through the day without filling a room. It is classed as masculine. With no season or occasion votes, it would be wrong to tie it to a particular time of year. The top holds black pepper, chili, cardamom and grapefruit, the grapefruit softening the sharpness of the spice. The heart brings mastic, sage and orange blossom, and the base holds patchouli, cedar, pistachio, sandalwood and labdanum. Fresh, spicy and woody accords dominate, with sweet and powdery sides in the background. Bugatti Fashion Performance Red and Real Time Kindlooks Man have a close profile.

Mexico Soul

7.7

Zara · 2019

Fruity · Sweet · Synthetic

Zara Mexico Soul is a men's fragrance that pairs the fruity sweetness of pineapple and melon with the soft, woody texture of cashmeran. The fruit leads: pineapple and melon give a sweet, juicy first impression, while cashmeran settles it onto a woody, lightly spicy base. Gourmand and oriental touches add warmth, and the synthetic accord is noticeable in the overall character. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. It reads masculine. Few people have rated it so far, so these impressions are tentative. Its profile is close to La Rive Heroic Man and Kappa Black.

Shades of Nirvana

7.8

Zara · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Green

Zara Shades of Nirvana is a fresh, floral and green women's fragrance built around jasmine, sandalwood and musk. Longevity and sillage are both moderate. Only a small number of voters have rated it, so that picture is tentative, but they find it good value for the price. It is classed as a women's fragrance and suits easy, light everyday wear. The notes read as one whole rather than a top, heart and base sequence. Jasmine sets a floral core, while ginger and eucalyptus add a fresh, lightly spicy lift. Sandalwood and musk round it off with a woody, powdery, creamy softness, and the sweetness stays in the background.

Waimea

7.6

Zara · 2018

Fresh · Aquatic · Green

Zara Waimea is a fresh, aquatic men's fragrance built on bergamot, marine notes and vetiver. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, though the number of votes is small, so this is only a rough guide. It is classed as a men's fragrance and suits those who want something light and clean. The notes read as a single whole rather than in layers. Bergamot's brightness blends into the watery marine notes, while vetiver gives a green, earthy base. Spicy and woody touches stay in the background, with a synthetic sheen and a fougère feel coming forward. Zara Mundaka and Marc O'Polo Rain have a close profile.