Is Zara Pink Flambé a dupe of Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa '48?
Cheirosa '48 EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | F |
| 2024 | Year | 2018 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Pink Flambé EDP
Cheirosa '48 and Pink Flambé both aim for a fruity-sweet vibe, but they diverge in execution. Cheirosa '48 leans heavily into tropical territory with a polarizing, almost 'plasticky' edge that some find addictive, while others find off-putting. Pink Flambé, on the other hand, is a lighter, more generic fruity scent, often compared to Viva La Juicy, but with significantly weaker performance. If you want a bold, beachy statement, go with Cheirosa '48. If you prefer a subtle, fleeting sweetness, Pink Flambé might suffice, just be prepared to reapply constantly.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Cheirosa '48
- Pink Flambé
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want a strong, tropical scent.
- You like polarizing, unique fragrances.
- You want a beachy, summer vibe.
- You want a fragrance that lasts longer.
- You want a very affordable option.
- You prefer a lighter, less intense scent.
- You like Viva La Juicy and want a similar cheapie.
- You want a simple, sweet fragrance.
This one's a divisive cocktail; you'll either swoon over its tropical fruitiness or be put off by what some call a plasticky, pickle-like edge. For many, though, it's straight-up summer in a bottle, perfect for channeling your inner Malibu Barbie.
Pink Flambé is a divisive little number from Zara. Some reckon it's a decent, lighter dupe for Viva La Juicy, others find it cheap and cloying. Performance is a constant complaint - expect to reapply often.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
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Base Notes
Base Notes
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its bright, fruity profile and moderate sillage make it ideal for casual wear and active days, exuding a fun, carefree aura. While mostly too relaxed for formal settings, its playful charm could work for a laid-back date, especially in warmer weather.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its light sillage and generally inoffensive sweet profile make it suitable for casual wear, though its poor longevity means frequent reapplication. It's too playful and lacks the gravitas for formal settings, and might be too sweet for intense office environments.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 1 of its 7 notes, including Lemon
Adds coconut water and guava, drops bergamot and cashmeran
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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