The Perfume Library

Aromatic - Future

7.3

Zara · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Zara Aromatic - Future is a fougère for men that pairs the fresh, lightly spicy opening of black pepper and bergamot with a calm heart of lavender and cashmere wood. Daily wear and the office stand out, with leisure time also among the occasions voters choose. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate: it won't fill a room and is noticed at close range. Black pepper and bergamot give a citrus, spicy first impression. Lavender and cashmere wood form the heart, and ambergris with vetiver settle the scent onto a woody, powdery base. The fresh, aquatic feel runs throughout, while sweet and fruity tones stay in the background.

From Paris to New York

7.9

Zara

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Zara From Paris to New York is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance built on lemon, ginger and cedar, light and easy for everyday wear. The scent runs as one line from start to finish: lemon brings brightness up front, ginger adds a touch of spice, and cedar lays a woody base underneath. Aquatic and green accords keep it cool, while fruity and synthetic tones give it a bright, modern feel. Longevity and sillage are moderate, so it stays measured rather than loud. Most voters pick summer and spring, and daily wear, leisure and the office come up most often. It mostly reads as masculine. Kenzo Kenzo Homme Sport and Tous Tous Man Sport have a close profile.

Love Explosion

7.5

Zara · 2024

Fresh · Floral · Sweet

Zara Love Explosion is a women's perfume that opens with peony, bergamot and bitter orange and settles into a sweet, gourmand base of vanilla and musk. Longevity and sillage are both rated good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, though spring is not far behind. It leans towards daily and leisure wear, with evening and night out following, and voters mostly read it as feminine and modern. The opening is fresh and floral, with peony, bergamot and bitter orange. Rose, amber and praliné in the heart add sweetness, and the dry-down of musk, vanilla and moss turns powdery, creamy and gourmand. Louis Varel Extreme Amber and Kenzo L'Eau de Kenzo Amour have a close profile.

Orchid (2016)

6.5

Zara · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zara Orchid (2016) is a fresh, floral women's fragrance that suits spring and summer days; it has been discontinued. Orchid, vanilla and bergamot work together. The citrusy brightness of bergamot comes first, orchid adds a floral, slightly green touch, and vanilla softens the fruity sweetness. The overall impression is fresh and sweet, with a synthetic edge. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters recommend it for spring and summer, with daily wear, leisure and the office leading the occasions. Most find it feminine, and some call it modern. Zara Yellow Velvet and Mary Kay Forever Orchid have a close profile.

Classic 9.0

7.7

Zara

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Zara Classic 9.0 is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, woody character with sweet, spicy and powdery touches. Its longevity and sillage are moderate: it leaves neither a heavy trail nor fades quickly. Voters place it mostly in daily and leisure wear, with evening and office use not far behind. Bergamot and lavender bring freshness, while cardamom and pepper add a spicy edge. Iris lends a soft, powdery feel. Cedarwood, vetiver and patchouli form a woody base, and amber rounds it off with a sweet, resinous warmth. Zara Extreme 9.0 and FOMO Gary's Den have a close profile.

Zara Woman White

7.2

Zara

Fresh · Floral · Fruity

Zara Woman White opens with lychee and freesia and moves into a magnolia and ginger heart, a light, fresh floral for women that has been discontinued. Most voters place it in spring and summer, for daily wear and the office. Longevity is moderate and sillage weak, so it stays close to the skin rather than filling a room. Most voters call it feminine, and a good share also find it modern. Lychee and freesia give a sweet, fresh start. In the heart, magnolia adds a soft floral note while ginger and pepper bring a light spice. Amber and musk in the base warm it and make it creamy. The accords also carry a synthetic edge. The spice keeps the sweetness in check. Jean-Pierre Sand Fische and Création Lamis Pink Wonder have a close profile.

Vibrant Leather Éclat de Bergamote

7.3

Zara · 2021

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Zara Vibrant Leather Éclat de Bergamote is a fresh, citrus-led men's scent that suits daily wear, leisure time and the office. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate: it neither fills a room nor disappears quickly. Most voters place it in daily use first, then leisure and business. Its value for money is rated high. As a whole it reads fresh, citrusy and fruity, with bergamot, grapefruit and orange up front and pink pepper adding a little spice. Leather and woods build a dry, leathery base, softened slightly by tonka bean. The accords also carry a synthetic edge. Roja Parfums Elysium Noir and Issey Miyake Nuit d'Issey have a close profile.

Moonlight Whisper Intense

7.9

Zara · 2024

Floral · Green · Sweet

Zara Moonlight Whisper Intense is a unisex gourmand scent that leans towards fall and winter days. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind. Its longevity and sillage are rated good. It suits leisure time, nights out and daily wear, and it sits comfortably on either men or women. It opens with caramelized pistachio, and almond cream and violet carry the heart. In the base, sandalwood and vanilla settle into a soft, sweet finish. Floral and green touches take the edge off the sweetness, and a creamy texture runs through it.

Infinite Rich/Warm/Addictive

7.2

Zara · 2024

Citrus · Floral · Fruity

Zara Infinite Rich/Warm/Addictive is a sweet, gourmand and spicy men's fragrance, where the warmth of vanilla and resin is balanced by citrus and wood. Its longevity is rated good and its sillage moderate. Most voters pick it for evenings and nights out, with daily and leisure wear close behind. It is rated well for its price. It is classed as a men's fragrance. Bourbon vanilla, benzoin and coconut give it a creamy, powdery sweetness. Rum deepens the gourmand side, while black pepper and juniper berry add spice. Grapefruit and white peony lighten the sweetness, and cedarwood and musk keep the frame woody and soft. Guerlain Spiritueuse Double Vanille and French Avenue Zenith Vanilla have a close profile.

Number 2: Spirited Romance

7.5

Zara

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zara Number 2: Spirited Romance is a fresh, floral women's fragrance with a citrus lift and a soft, powdery sweetness; it has been discontinued. The notes read as one whole: iris, rose, honeysuckle, hyacinth and white blossoms form a floral core, bergamot keeps it bright, and white musk leaves a creamy, gentle base. Green and synthetic touches keep the sweetness in check. Longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin without being intrusive. It is marketed to women and suits easy everyday wear. Voters rate its value for money highly.

Rose Marshmallow Candy

6.3

Zara · 2020

Citrus · Fruity · Sweet

Zara Rose Marshmallow Candy is a unisex fragrance that pairs blood orange with the soft, creamy sweetness of marshmallow and vanilla, with a gourmand, powdery character. Longevity and sillage are both moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin. Most voters pick autumn and spring, though winter has its share. It leans towards daily and leisure wear, and it can also be worn to the office or on a night out. Voters rate its value for money highly. Blood orange brings a bright, fruity citrus lift, while marshmallow and vanilla set it on a sugary, creamy base. The sweetness dominates, the powdery side softens it, and a slightly synthetic texture runs through it. Zara A Sweet Pastry in Paris and Kyse Perfumes Delizia di Marshmallow have a close profile.

Norrland

7.2

Zara · 2017

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Zara Norrland is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance, with grapefruit, pepper and vetiver drawing a green, lightly spiced line. The notes read as a single whole. Grapefruit carries the bright, fruity side, pepper adds a dry spiciness, and vetiver gives a green, woody base. A synthetic accord lends it a clean, modern feel. Longevity and sillage are moderate. Most voters pick spring, followed by fall and summer, and it leans towards daily wear, leisure and the office. Most voters find it masculine. Zara Lush Vetiver and Zara Vetiver Pamplemousse have a close profile.

Zara Summer Collection

7.0

Zara · 2015

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zara Summer Collection is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance with a green, fruity and lightly sweet character. Grapefruit and pineapple give the scent its bright, fruity side, while mint and violet leaf add a cool green edge. Geranium brings a floral touch, and sandalwood, cinnamon and musk settle the sweetness onto a soft, woody base. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate, so it stays present without dominating. Voters choose it mostly for leisure and daily wear, with office and sport next. Hugo Boss Boss Bottled Unlimited and Adidas Sport Fever have a close profile.

800 Black

6.9

Zara

Citrus · Fruity · Sweet

Zara 800 Black is a men's fragrance built around saffron, yuzu and tonka bean, where citrus and spice meet on a sweet base. Yuzu gives it a fruity, citrus brightness. Saffron adds a spicy warmth, while tonka bean sweetens everything and pulls it towards a creamy softness. A woody backbone stays in the background, and a synthetic sheen is part of its character. Longevity and sillage are rated moderate. Voters pick it mostly for daily wear and leisure, with evening and office following behind. With its sweet, citrusy profile it reads as a relaxed, everyday masculine scent.

Vibrant Leather Warm

7.5

Zara

Fresh · Sweet · Synthetic

Zara Vibrant Leather Warm is a men's fragrance whose woody, creamy character comes from sandalwood, ambrette seed and orris butter. Its longevity and sillage are both rated moderate, so it stays fairly close to the skin without disappearing. Its value for money is rated highly. It is made with men in mind. The scent reads sweet and fresh, with a spicy, leathery edge and a slightly synthetic sheen. Sandalwood gives it woody warmth, orris butter softens it into something powdery, and ambrette seed keeps the whole thing creamy.

Black Tag Intense

7.5

Zara · 2014

Fresh · Sweet · Synthetic

Zara Black Tag Intense is a fresh, spicy men's fragrance that moves into a leathery, woody core with a sweet, resinous finish; it has been discontinued. Black pepper and bergamot open it sharp and lively. In the heart, leather and cedarwood take over, and the woody, leathery character settles in. Amber and suede soften the base, where the sweet, resinous side dominates and a slightly synthetic sheen remains. Longevity is good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, with spring not far behind; summer is the least chosen season. It leans towards night outs, leisure and evenings, though it also gets votes for daytime and the office.

Heritage Selection - Deep Fougère

7.1

Zara

Fresh · Citrus · Green

Zara Heritage Selection - Deep Fougère is a fresh, citrusy fougère for men, with a green and woody side tempered by spice. Both its longevity and its sillage are rated weak, so expect a scent that stays close to the skin and keeps quiet company through the day. Voters place it evenly across daily wear, leisure, business and evening. It reads masculine. It opens with grapefruit, lemon, pink pepper, cardamom and apple, bright and lightly spiced. The heart of cedarwood, elemi resin and geranium builds a green, woody frame. In the base, vetiver and sandalwood take over, while vanilla and amber sweeten it slightly. La Rive Grey Point and Sonia Rykiel Rykiel Man share a close profile.

Red Eclipse

8.5

Zara · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Fruity

Zara Red Eclipse is a fresh, citrusy fragrance for men, with leather and a touch of smoke running underneath. Its longevity and sillage are both rated good, though only a small number of votes stand behind those ratings. It reads clearly masculine and suits both everyday wear and evenings out. The notes are bergamot, sage and leather. Bergamot and the citrus accord give a bright start, sage adds a herbal edge, and leather brings a smoky, woody depth. Fruity and sweet accords soften the spicy side. Montblanc Explorer Extreme and Zara Vibrant Leather (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.

Seoul Summer

7.0

Zara

Fresh · Citrus · Aquatic

Zara Seoul Summer is a men's fragrance in which tangerine and apple bring a fresh, fruity brightness, softened by cedar and orange blossom. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, though the vote counts are small, so these ratings are only a rough guide. Voters link it most to leisure and daily wear, with sport and office use also mentioned. Evening and night-out wear come up far less. Citrus and aquatic accords keep it light and airy. Tangerine and apple carry the sweet, fruity side, cedar adds a woody base, and orange blossom rounds things off, with a slightly synthetic edge. Zara Mineral Blue and Zara Seoul Winter have a close profile.

W/End till 8:00 PM

7.0

Zara · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zara W/End till 8:00 PM is a fresh, citrusy men's fragrance, with mandarin orange brightness set against pepper and leather. Its longevity and sillage are moderate, so it makes itself felt without pushing into the room. Voters lean towards daily wear, leisure and the office, while evenings and nights out come further behind. It reads as a masculine scent. Mandarin orange and lavender give it a fresh, lightly floral feel. Pepper adds a spicy edge, while leather and amber leave a woody, leathery sweetness. Fruity and sweet touches soften the overall freshness. Zara Man Blue Spirit and Guess by Marciano for Men have a close profile.

Bois de Vincennes

7.7

Zara · 2020

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zara Bois de Vincennes is a fresh, citrusy scent built on a floral, green and woody base, classed as a men's fragrance. Its longevity and sillage are rated moderate. The vote counts are small, so these figures are a rough guide rather than a firm measure. With no season or occasion votes, it sits as a general men's scent close to everyday wear. Mandarin orange and violet leaf give it a fresh, green brightness. Iris and jasmine add a soft, lightly powdery floral touch. Cedarwood, leather and amber build a woody, leathery depth with a hint of sweetness, and musk softens the whole. Smoky and earthy shades stay in the background. Elizabeth Arden My Fifth Avenue and Trussardi Musc Noir have a close profile to Zara Bois de Vincennes.

Ebony Wood Elixir

8.4

Zara · 2024

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zara Ebony Wood Elixir is a unisex scent with a fresh, citrusy surface over a woody, spicy and lightly creamy character. Its longevity is rated strong and its sillage good. Most voters pick autumn, winter and spring, with summer a small minority. It leans towards leisure and daily wear, and works for evenings too. The notes read as one whole: cedar, ebony and gaiac wood build the woody body, oakmoss adds an earthy depth and pink pepper brings spice. Fresh and floral touches lighten it, while fruity and sweet accords soften the edges. Sospiro Contralto and Boadicea the Victorious 1907 have a close profile.

Tiveden

6.9

Zara · 2017

Fresh · Synthetic · Spicy

Zara Tiveden is a men's fragrance that pairs a fresh, spicy side with a woody, creamy and leathery body. Tiveden has moderate sillage, and its longevity is rated good. Most voters recommend fall and spring, with winter not far behind. It leans towards leisure, business and daily wear, and most voters read it as masculine. Cardamom adds spice and freshness, while sandalwood gives a creamy woodiness. Leather sits in the background with a leathery edge, and musk softens the whole. A synthetic touch runs through the scent as well.

Wood Noir

7.4

Zara · 2016

Fresh · Citrus · Floral

Zara Wood Noir is a men's fragrance where bergamot, lavender and sage sit on a fresh, green, spicy woody base. It reads as one whole: bergamot brings a citrus freshness that joins the lavender, sage adds a green, spicy edge, and woods form a dry base underneath. It has a floral, slightly sweet side too, with a resinous touch staying in the background. Longevity is rated good and sillage moderate. Most voters pick fall and winter, spring follows closely, and very few choose summer. Evening, daily wear and leisure lead the occasions, with business and night out also getting votes. Zara Zara Man Green Savage and Jack&Jones Wild Grass have a close profile.