Acquired

Zara 2025 EDT

U £££££

Black Tide

by Alberto Morillas

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Zara Black Tide is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2025, created by Alberto Morillas. Black Tide opens with Orange Blossom and Ambroxan, settles into a heart of Cetalox, Styrax, and Ink, and dries down to a base of Woody, Musk, and Leather. Zara's Black Tide carries an Acquired verdict, a amber-led wear.

Seriously, Zara? This should cost five times more. Black Tide is a dark, inky animalic leather that smells outrageously expensive for a high street gem. It's a genuine standout and a massive win for those who crave something a bit moody and complex.
  • Mysterious
  • Masculine
  • Feminine
  • Elegant
  • Playful
Black Tide Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Amber
100%
Woody
93%
Musky
84%
Aromatic
64%
Leather
58%
Balsamic
50%

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:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its bold, assertive character, with prominent leather and animalic notes, makes it a bit too much for a typical office setting. This fragrance truly shines for evening dates or formal events, where its depth and sensuality can be fully appreciated.

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About

Black Tide opens with a surprising floral whisper of orange blossom, quickly overtaken by the raw, almost metallic hit of ink and the synthetic warmth of ambroxan and cetalox. It deepens into a sensual, animalic styrax that blends seamlessly with the rich leather, grounded by an enduring woody musk. It's a scent that evokes a modern, edgy sophistication.