Zara 2020 EDP

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A Mochi Atelier In Tokyo

by Fabrice Pellegrin

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Zara A Mochi Atelier In Tokyo is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Fabrice Pellegrin. A Mochi Atelier In Tokyo opens with Pear, settles into a heart of Rice, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood. Zara's A Mochi Atelier In Tokyo carries a Favourite verdict, a fruity-led wear.

This Zara cult favourite is a divisive beast: some rave about its unique mochi magic, while others are baffled by its weak performance and odd savoury notes. It's an intriguing scent, but prepare for it to vanish faster than a free sample.
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  • Subtle
  • Clean
  • Cozy
  • Relaxed
  • Soft
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A Mochi Atelier In Tokyo Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Pear100%
Heartas listed
Rice100%
Baseas listed
Sandalwood100%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its intimate sillage and clean, inoffensive character make it perfect for office or casual wear where you don't want to overwhelm. However, its poor longevity means it's less suited for occasions requiring sustained presence, and the quirky rice note might be too casual for formal events.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Opens with a fleeting, juicy burst of sweet green pear, which quickly mellows into the star of the show: a soft, slightly powdery rice note. This lactonic, almost edible heart evokes the delicate texture of mochi. A creamy, subtle sandalwood underpins the composition, grounding it with a gentle woodiness as it fades to a skin scent.

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