Zara 2024 EDP

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Dark Romance

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Zara Dark Romance is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2024. Dark Romance opens with Jasmine, settles into a heart of Cream and Tonka Bean, and dries down to a base of Toffee and Vanilla. Zara's Dark Romance carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This Zara release is a polarising gourmand that splits the crowd right down the middle. Some find it a sophisticated, creamy dream, while others are hit with screechy synthetics or a medicinal edge. Definitely don't blind buy this one.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Sensual
  • Sweet
  • Elegant
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Dark Romance Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Jasmine100%
Heartas listed
Tonka Bean55%
Cream45%
Baseas listed
Toffee53%
Vanilla47%

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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

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 winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

With moderate longevity and sillage, this isn't overpowering but still has presence, making it ideal for dates or casual evenings. Its sweet, gourmand nature means it's less suited for formal settings or sports, and best kept for night wear.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

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

Dark Romance opens with a delicate whisper of jasmine, quickly melting into a rich, creamy heart of whipped cream and tonka bean. The base deepens into a delectable blend of warm toffee and sweet vanilla, creating an almost edible, comforting aroma. It's a sweet, lactonic embrace with a floral lift, settling into a smooth, gourmand finish.

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