Zenit Lilac
| Extrait | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2024 | Year | 1977 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Tea Rose
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A pretty, if fleeting, floral burst for those who love straightforward rose. Don't expect a power-player, but it's a solid choice for warm weather when you want something light and joyful.
This perfume is a divisive love-it-or-hate-it affair. For rose purists, it's a photorealistic masterpiece that smells like a fresh-cut bouquet. For others, it's an overpowering floral bomb with a vintage, even 'funeral parlour' vibe. Proceed with caution and a single spritz.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 4% | 2% |
| Floral | 50% | 59% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 8% | 19% |
| Sweet | 16% | 14% |
| Warm | 2% | 1% |
| Woody | 19% | 8% |
| Earthy | 1% | 1% |
| Animalic | 8% | 1% |
| Fresh | 20% | 22% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Occasions
Its lighter floral and fresh profile, combined with comments on its moderate longevity, make it perfect for casual wear or less formal office settings. It's too airy for formal events but bright enough for spring and summer dates.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its potent projection and longevity make it a poor fit for office wear, where it might overwhelm. However, its realistic, fresh rose character works well for casual outings and can be quite romantic given its floral focus. It is too strong and potentially polarising for formal events or sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Floral, Fresh Spicy accords and Rose, Geranium notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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