9.0 Zara Eau de Parfum vs Tokyo Eau de Parfum

9.0 Zara

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2015	Year	2018
£	Price Tier	££

Tokyo

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - 9.0 Zara Eau de Parfum

A legendary cheapie, oft-compared to high-end designer fragrances, 9.0 Zara is a crowd-pleaser and absolute steal for its price. Prepare for heartbreak though, as Zara's fickle release schedule means it's frequently discontinued. If you spot a bottle, snap it up.

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Our Verdict - Tokyo Eau de Parfum

This one's a proper head-scratcher. It promises exotic Tokyo vibes but delivers a divisive blend of familiar masculine notes and elusive Japanese twists. Some rate it a unique, spicy temple forest, others a generic muddle. Try before you buy, obviously.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	12%	11%
Floral	12%	7%
Fruity	1%	1%
Green	11%	8%
Sweet	10%	12%
Warm	29%	28%
Woody	27%	31%
Earthy	14%	17%
Animalic	2%	2%
Fresh	16%	13%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

9.0 Zara EdP

Tokyo EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Bergamot 35% vs 15%

Only in 9.0 Zara Eau de Parfum

Juniper 33% Coriander 31%

Only in Tokyo Eau de Parfum

Pepper 23% Cardamom 22% Wasabi 20% Yuzu 19%

Shared Notes

Iris 44% vs 14%

Only in 9.0 Zara Eau de Parfum

Cardamom 30% Pepper 25%

Only in Tokyo Eau de Parfum

Hinoki Wood 23% Incense 20% Nutmeg 16% Cedar 15% Rose 11%

Shared Notes

Amber 39% vs 26%

Vetiver 27% vs 25%

Only in 9.0 Zara Eau de Parfum

Cedar 32%

Only in Tokyo Eau de Parfum

Sandalwood 28% Patchouli 21%

Accords

9.0 Zara Eau de Parfum Tokyo Eau de Parfum

100%

Iris

76%

Fresh Spicy

100%

97%

Aromatic

71%

88%

Woody

92%

84%

Powdery

47%

72%

Warm Spicy

74%

67%

Amber

61%

66%

Earthy

65%

Violet Floral

52%

Citrus

52%

Smoky

46%

Balsamic

44%

Iris

100%

Fresh Spicy shared

76%

100%

Aromatic shared

97%

71%

Woody shared

88%

92%

Powdery shared

84%

47%

Warm Spicy shared

72%

74%

Amber shared

67%

61%

Earthy

66%

Violet Floral

65%

Citrus shared

52%

Smoky

46%

Balsamic

44%

Performance

9.0 Zara Eau de Parfum Tokyo Eau de Parfum

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

9.0 Zara Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual Formal

Also Works:

Office

Its moderate projection and sophisticated iris-led profile make it ideal for dates and formal events. While suitable for casual wear, some find its slightly seductive nature a bit much for a conservative office environment, though it’s not an aggressive scent.

Tokyo Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Also Works:

Autumn Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Casual

Also Works:

Office Date

Its moderate projection and fresh-spicy character make it suitable for office and casual wear, leaning towards a sophisticated daytime choice. However, the 'masculine leaning' sentiment and unique spice notes make it less versatile for formal events or sporty activities.