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We all love a bit of Zara due to the incredible value of their fashion and fragrances. I’ve found that the best Zara perfumes combine quality with a low price tag… plus many Zara scents smell like designer fragrances.

While waiting for the upcoming Zara sale, I decided to visit my local Zara again to discover the latest fragrances to fully update this article, including the new 2024 release of Mystic Metal Eau de Parfum.

My Top Zara Picks

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Best Zara Perfumes

Whether you prefer floral, fruity, spicy or woody, I’ve selected 16 of the best Zara perfumes that every girl should consider.

1. Mystical Metal Eau de Parfum

Mystical Metal Eau de Parfum
Credit: Zara

Review

Brand new for 2024, Mystical Metal Eau de Parfum is an elegant fruity floral fragrance with a leathery twist, similar to Oud Satin Mood by Maison Francis Kurkdjian.

Juicy raspberry and the seductive spiciness of saffron are lifted by a floral heart of fragrant hibiscus. Aromas of leather soon creep for an expensive-smelling finish.

Top Notes:

Raspberry, Saffron

Mid Notes:

Hibiscus

Base Notes:

Leather

Seasons & Longevity

Personally, I’d wear this during any season. It’s more of a daytime scent and will last you around 5+ hours.

Any Season
Longevity 5+ hours

Price for 100ml: UK £18 / US $27

2. Hypnotic Vanilla Eau de Parfum

Hypnotic Vanilla Eau de Parfum
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Review

A 2023 release, Hypnotic Vanilla Eau de Parfum is a delicious gourmand winter fragrance that’s a dupe of Dior Hypnotic Poison.

A seductive opening of fragrant apricot blossom leads to a feminine heart of jasmine. Upon dry-down, the base of delicious vanilla, caramel and exotic moss is sure to turn heads.

Top Notes:

Apricot Blossom

Mid Notes:

Jasmine

Base Notes:

Bourbon Vanilla, Moss, Dulce de leche

Seasons & Longevity

Perfect for autumn and winter evenings, Hypnotic Vanilla Eau de Parfum will shroud you in mystery for dinner dates and other fancy events. Expect 5+ hours of wear.

Seasons: Autums, Winter
Longevity 5+ hours

Price for 100ml: UK £23 / US $35

3. Romance D’Iris Parfum

Romance D’Iris Parfum
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Review

Created for Zara by Jo Malone, the seductive and mysterious Romance D’Iris Parfum is an elegant powdery scent that has a Jimmy Choo Iris Crush vibe.

An opening of zesty bergamot and rice leads to a romantic heart of powdery iris and delicate violet. As this perfume settles, musk, heliotrope, and a hint of vetiver ooze elegance.

Top Notes:

Bergamot, Rice

Mid Notes:

Iris Flower, Iris florentina, Violet

Base Notes:

White Musk, Vetiver, Heliotrope

Seasons & Longevity

I would wear Romance D’Iris Parfum during any season for occasions that call for a bit of elegance. Bask in its captivating scent bubble for 6+ hours.

Any Season
Longevity 6+ hours

Price for 100ml: UK £35 / US $49

4. Cherry Smoothie Eau de Parfum

Cherry Smoothie Eau de Parfum
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Review

Imagine sipping on a delish cherry smoothie! Cherry Smoothie Eau de Parfum is a tantalising burst of almond-coated cherries and rich plum aromas all wrapped up on a sweet vanilla base.

Top Notes:

Cherry, Plum

Mid Notes:

Almond

Base Notes:

Vanilla, Tonka Bean

Seasons & Longevity

Who wouldn’t want to be wrapped up in vanilla and cherry for the colder seasons? It lasts 5+ hours and projects beautifully, especially in the first couple of hours.

Seasons: Autumn, Winter, Spring
Longevity 5+ hours

Price for 80ml: UK £23 / US $35

5. Sultry Pear Eau de Parfum

Sultry Pear Eau de Parfum
Credit: Zara

Review

Another new Zara release for 2023, Sultry Pear Eau de Parfum offers the allure of a ripe pear dipped in yummy vanilla and chocolate!

This gourmand fragrance begins with juicy pear and the uplifting floral scent of jasmine. Delicious praline and vanilla aromas soon emerge as the icing on the cake.

Top Notes:

Pear

Mid Notes:

Jasmine

Base Notes:

Praline, Vanilla

Seasons & Longevity

I’d recommend wearing this for any season. It’s fresh enough for daytime outings but has that sultry edge for evening dates. It stays on for 4+ hours.

Any Season
Longevity 4+ hours

Price for 80ml: UK £23 / US $35

6. Barbie Eau de Toilette

Barbie Eau de Toilette
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Review

Has anyone seen Ken? Barbie Eau de Toilette is new for 2023 and is playful, fun, and of course; oh-so-girly.

Opens with orange citrus and a bouquet of powdery rose and fragrant neroli, leading to a sweet vanilla-almond base; it’s romantic and dreamy.

Top Notes:

Orange, Neroli

Mid Notes:

Rose, Orange Petals

Base Notes:

Vanilla, Tonka Bean

Seasons & Longevity

Barbie Eau de Parfum is versatile and can fit any occasion, from daytime outings to evening parties during spring, summer and fall. Lasts 5+ hours due to a generous dose of vanilla.

Seasons: Spring, Summer, Autumn
Longevity 5+ hours

Price for 50ml: UK £9 / US $14

7. Hibiscus Eau de Parfum

Hibiscus Eau de Parfum
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Review

Zara Hibiscus Eau de Parfum is an attention-grabbing tropical fragrance that is fruity and sweet, smelling similar to Loewe Solo Ella.

This scent opens with uplifting notes of bitter orange and sweet tangerine. A tropical heart of passionfruit and mango is lifted by fragrant peony.

Upon dry-down, the smooth sweetness of vanilla orchid is warmed by the subtle resin tones of amber. Settles to a heavenly fruity-floral tropical feminine fragrance with seductive depths.

Top Notes:

Bitter Orange, Tangerine

Mid Notes:

Peony, Mango, Passion Fruit

Base Notes:

Vanilla Orchid, Amber 

Seasons & Longevity

I recommend Zara Hibiscus for the warm weather to put a spring in your step and a smile on your face. Well done, Zara, a great fragrance.

Seasons: Spring,Summer
Longevity 4+ hours

Price for 90ml: UK £13 / US $20

8. Peony Eau de Parfum

Peony Eau de Parfum
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Review

Another must-buy is Peony Eau de Parfum. This fun and girly fruity/floral scent is similar to the rather fabulous Idôle by Lancôme.

Delicious aromas of succulent pear and semi-sweet blackcurrant collide with a pretty floral heart of peony, rose, gardenia, and iris. Vanilla and praline add a nice touch of sweetness.

Top Notes:

Pear, Blackcurrant

Mid Notes:

Peony, Rose, Gardenia, Iris

Base Notes:

Black Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Praline, Woody Notes

Seasons & Longevity

Spring & summer months are obviously ideal for Peony Eau de Parfum due to its easy-going fruity/floral notes. Perfect daytime casual wear, and the odd festival!

Seasons: Spring,Summer
Longevity 4+ hours

Price for 90ml: UK £13 / US $20

9. Rose Gourmand Eau de Parfum

Rose Gourmand Eau de Parfum
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Review

Rose Gourmand Eau de Parfum is a romantic, sweet, floral fragrance that is sure to dazzle and is similar to Mancera Roses Vanille.

A floral opening of rose petals leads to a warming heart of amber. The intoxicating gourmand base of vanilla adds a welcome touch of mystique.

Top Notes:

Rose

Mid Notes:

Amber

Base Notes:

Vanilla

Seasons & Longevity

This is a compliment-generating daytime scent that’s ideal for autumn, winter and spring. It lasts 5+ hours with good projection.

Seasons: Autumn, Winter, Spring
Longevity 5+ hours

Price for 80ml: UK £23 / US $35

10. Red Temptation Eau de Parfum

Red Temptation Eau de Parfum
Credit: Zara

Review

Red Temptation Eau de Parfum is an elegant mossy/amber fragrance Zara first launched in 2020. It’s definitely similar to the timeless Baccarat Rouge 540 by Maison Francis Kurkdjian.

The opening of saffron, bitter orange, and coriander is softened by a heart of sweet praline and fragrant jasmine. Woody amber, moss and musk give it an almost vintage feel.

Top Notes:

Saffron, Bitter Orange, Coriander

Mid Notes:

Praline, Jasmine

Base Notes:

Woody Amber, Moss, Musk

Seasons & Longevity

Red Temptation is more of an evening scent that best suits the autumn and winter months, perhaps creeping into spring, lasting 5+ hours.

Seasons: Autumn, Winter, Spring
Longevity 5+ hours

Price for 80ml: UK £23 / US $35

11. Red Temptation Elixir Parfum

Zara Red Temptation Elixir Parfum
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Review

Red Temptation Elixir Parfum is a deeper and richer version of the seductive Red Temptation EDP, with many saying it’s a dupe of Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait.

A blast of saffron and bitter orange join forces with sweet praline and delicate jasmine in the heart. The base reveals smooth wood and warming amber with a touch of elegant musk.

Top Notes:

Saffron, Bitter Orange, Coriander

Mid Notes:

Praline, Jasmine

Base Notes:

Woody Amber, Moss, Musk

Seasons & Longevity

In my opinion, Red Temptation Elixir Parfum is a winter fragrance that’s perfect for dressy nights out with friends or romantic dinners. Will last you 6+ hours.

Seasons: Autums, Winter
Longevity 6+ hours

Price for 80ml: UK £30 / US $45

12. Red Vanilla Eau de Toilette

ZARA Red Vanilla Eau de Toilette
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Review

Zara Red Vanilla Eau de Toilette is an elegant floral-fruity fragrance launched back in 2015. It remains a firm favourite as it’s similar to Lancôme La Vie Est Belle.

Crowd-pleasing pear, blackcurrant and raspberry are lifted by notes of iris, vanilla and praline. Sensual patchouli and creamy tonka bean add depth.

Top Notes:

Pear, Blackcurrant, Tangerine, Raspberry

Mid Notes:

Iris, Vanilla, Praline

Base Notes:

Patchouli, Tonka Bean

Seasons & Longevity

Red Vanilla is more of a fragrance for autumn/winter and works well either day or night. You can expect 4+ hours of wear.

Seasons: Autums, Winter
Longevity 4+ hours

Price for 90ml: UK £13 / US $20

13. Femme Eau de Toilette

ZARA Femme Eau de Toilette
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Review

Zara Femme Eau de Toilette is a warm, powdery, and creamy oriental vanilla fragrance launched in 2018. Similar to Dior Pure Poison in its delivery, this is seriously sexy stuff.

The opening is undeniably floral, featuring zesty bergamot and feminine peony. The middle notes of the fragrance are sandalwood and creamy tonka bean.

Sensual musk, vanilla and patchouli create a delightfully sophisticated vibe once fully settled. Highly recommended.

Top Notes:

Bergamot, Peony

Mid Notes:

Sandalwood, Tonka Bean

Base Notes:

Musk, Vanilla, Patchouli

Seasons & Longevity

Zara Femme is an excellent choice for the chilly months of autumn and winter, day or night. Think romantic walks, dinner, or the theatre. Lasts 4+ hours.

Seasons: Autums, Winter
Longevity 4+ hours

Price for 90ml: UK £13 / US $20

14. Gardenia Eau de Parfum

ZARA Gardenia Eau de Parfum
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Review

Zara Gardenia Eau de Parfum is an oriental floral fragrance launched in 2021. It’s sweet, floral, modern and feminine, plus very similar to YSL Black Opium thanks to the coffee note.

Raspberry and peach are soon joined by an elegant floral heart of fragrant gardenia. I love the glamorous base of rich coffee and a touch of vanilla.

Top Notes:

Peach, Raspberry

Mid Notes:

Gardenia, Orange Blossom

Base Notes:

Coffee

Seasons & Longevity

Lasting 6+ hours, this fragrance is really versatile, perfect for autumn, winter and early spring and worth saving for fancy evenings out.

Seasons: Autumn, Winter, Spring
Longevity 6+ hours

Price for 90ml: UK £13 / US $20

15. Violet Blossom Eau de Parfum

ZARA Violet Blossom Eau de Parfum
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Review

Launched in 2019, Zara Violet Blossom Eau de Parfum is a feminine and captivating fragrance that’s pretty much a dupe of Girl of Now by Elie Saab.

Opening top notes of aromatic apple and lily that lead to lemony/floral notes of magnolia. Upon dry-down, a creamy and slightly spicy base of tonka bean adds an almost retro vibe.

Top Notes:

Apple, Lily

Mid Notes:

Magnolia

Base Notes:

Tonka bean

Seasons & Longevity

For me, this is an evening scent that is well suited to autumn/winter/spring for casual events or when dressed to impress.

Seasons: Autumn, Winter, Spring
Longevity 4+ hours

Price for 90ml: UK £13 / US $20

16. Wonder Rose Eau de Toilette

ZARA Wonder Rose Eau de Toilette
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Review

Wonder Rose Eau de Toilette is a deliciously sweet, fruity floral fragrance similar to Lacoste Pour Elle Sparkling.

The scent opens with soft notes of sweet peach, red fruits and candied tutti frutti accord. A delicate heart of jasmine is soon overpowered by moreish vanilla and coconut upon dry-down.

Top Notes:

Peach, Red fruity notes, Tutti frutti accord

Mid Notes:

Jasmine

Base Notes:

Coconut, Vanilla

Seasons & Longevity

It’s really versatile and works day or night in any season —another great all-rounder from the fashion retailer but it only lasts 3+ hours.

All Seasons
Longevity 3+ hours

Price for 90ml: UK £13 / US $20

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Ingrid’s Top Pick

Ingrid testing Zara Gardenia Eau de Parfum Feb 2024.

Zara Gardenia Eau de Parfum

My top pick overall is the seductive Zara Gardenia Eau de Parfum. Its blend of gardenia, peach, raspberry and vanilla-coffee notes turns heads and is excellent value for money.

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Zara Perfume Dupe Guide

Ingrid testing bottle of Zara Femme Eau de Toiletter
Zara Femme vs Dior Pure Poison?

My helpful Zara perfume dupe guide shows you precisely which expensive designer scent these popular Zara perfumes smell most like.

No.Zara PerfumeIs A Dupe Of
1Mystical Metal Eau de ParfumOud Satin Mood by MFK
2Hypnotic Vanilla Eau de ParfumDior Hypnotic Poison
3Romance D’Iris ParfumJimmy Choo Iris Crush
4Cherry Smoothie Eau de ParfumTom Ford Lost Cherry
5Sultry Pear Eau de ParfumJPG La Belle
6Barbie Eau de ParfumKilian Don’t Be Shy
7Hibiscus Eau de ParfumLoewe Solo Ella 
8Peony Eau de ParfumLancôme Idôle
9Rose Gourmand Eau de ParfumMancera Roses Vanille
10Red Temptation Eau de ParfumBaccarat Rouge 540 by MFK
11Red Temptation Elixir ParfumBaccarat Rouge 540 Extrait by MFK
12Red Vanilla Eau de ToiletteLancôme La Vie est Belle
13Femme Eau de ToiletteDior Pure Poison
14Gardenia Eau de ParfumYSL Black Opium
15Violet Blossom Eau de ParfumElie Saab Girl Of Now
16Wonder Rose Eau de ToiletteLacoste Pour Elle Sparkling
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6 Ways To Choose The Right Zara Perfume

Zara Orchid Eau de Parfum with presentation box.
Check the packaging, too; it’s perfect as a gift!

1. Know Your Scent Preferences

What kind of scents do you like? Are you more drawn to floral, fruity, or woody fragrances?

2. Try Before You Buy

If you are new to Zara, I recommend trying out some of the Zara perfumes reviewed here the next time you are in-store. You can also check out the entire Zara perfume range here.

3. Think About The Occasion

Are you looking for an everyday scent or something special for a night out? Some Zara perfumes are more versatile than others.

4. Test Fragrances On Your Skin

The best way to find the right Zara perfume is to try several different scents on your skin. Spray a few spritzes on your wrist or inner arm, let them dry down, and check if you like them.

5. Don’t Be Afraid To Ask For Help

If you’re still having trouble choosing a perfume, don’t be afraid to ask a sales associate for help to narrow down your options and find a scent that you’ll love.

6. Buy At The Right Time

Finally, if you want to save some money, check when the next Zara sale starts.

Wonder Rose comes in a beautiful presentation box
Wonder Rose comes in a beautiful presentation box.
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Conclusion

Zara perfumes I discovered during my in-store visit
My recent visit to Zara

Fans of Zara fragrances are really vocal about the quality and range on offer, especially in comparison with designer brands and other perfumeries.

The best Zara perfumes offer quality aromas at exceptional prices. Particularly handy if you’re still finding your feet a little with the type of fragrances you like.

Also Read: 12 Best Zara Fragrances For Men: From Day To Night

Considering their great price, you can have some fun by making a sniffing visit to Zara and working out what you like without breaking the bank. There’s so much variety that you’re sure to find the one that’s perfect for you.

Also Read: 5 Sizzling Zara Perfumes For Summer

Ingrid at Zara Feb 2024
My visit to Zara – Feb 2024
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