Novaya Zarya 1987 EDP

F £ Acquired

Gold of the Scythians (Злато Скифов)

by Марина Степанова , Tamara Soboleva , V Ryzhova

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Novaya Zarya Gold of the Scythians (Злато Скифов) is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1987, created by Марина Степанова, Tamara Soboleva, and V Ryzhova. Gold of the Scythians (Злато Скифов) opens with Green, Bergamot, and Aldehydes, settles into a heart of Red Apple, Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang, and Carnation, and dries down to a base of Amber, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Oakmoss. Novaya Zarya's Gold of the Scythians (Злато Скифов) carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This Soviet-era gem is a deeply polarising one. Some find it a timeless, luxurious classic, evoking warmth and comfort. Others describe it as harsh and dated, with notes that turn unpleasant on their skin. Best try before you buy.
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Classic
  • Sophisticated
  • Mysterious
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Profile

Composition

Timeline

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Accords

Woody
100%
Warm Spicy
97%
Sweet
66%
Fruity
65%
Yellow Floral
65%
Aldehydic
64%

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Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and long-lasting nature, coupled with its rich, warm-spicy and woody accords, make it unsuitable for office wear or sport. However, these qualities lend themselves beautifully to formal events and date nights where making a statement is desired.

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Opening with a sharp burst of aldehydes and green notes cut with bergamot, this scent swiftly transitions into a rich, spicy heart of red apple, peach, ylang-ylang, clove and carnation. The warmth deepens with an amber-vanilla sweetness, as earthy patchouli, oakmoss and smooth sandalwood create a complex, woody oriental dry down with a distinctly vintage appeal.

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