Oriental
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| - | Year | 2005 |
| £ | Price Tier | ££ |
Tumulte
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Divisive, especially compared to its original formulation, Zara Oriental is now a faint, fleeting gourmand. It's affordable, sure, but you'll be reapplying constantly to catch that caramel-vanilla warmth.
Tumulte by Christian Lacroix is a surprisingly controversial rose, swinging between 'heavenly' and 'a total mess'. It's a heady, intoxicating potion that's either your next obsession or a sweet, muddy disaster.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 11% | 7% |
| Floral | 36% | 38% |
| Fruity | 2% | 2% |
| Green | 4% | 2% |
| Sweet | 34% | 34% |
| Warm | 6% | 5% |
| Woody | 5% | 7% |
| Earthy | 10% | 14% |
| Animalic | 10% | 7% |
| Fresh | 13% | 8% |
Mood
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and poor to moderate longevity, especially in newer formulations, make it less suitable for formal or active occasions where stronger projection is desired. However, its soft, sweet nature makes it perfect for casual wear, relaxed evenings, or even in an office setting where a subtle scent is preferred.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its bold and sensual nature, with moderate-to-strong sillage according to reviews, makes it less suited for an office. However, its rich character and oft-cited 'intoxicating' quality are perfect for evening dates and formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Floral, Vanilla accords and Rose, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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