Zara 2019 EDP

U £ Statement

Ebony Wood

by Jo Malone

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Zara Ebony Wood is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Jo Malone. Ebony Wood opens with Grapefruit, Cypress, and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Coffee, and dries down to a base of Vetiver and Patchouli. Zara's Ebony Wood carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

A surprisingly nuanced woody-spicy scent at a budget price. Ebony Wood layers pink pepper and clove over dark woods for a versatile, unisex signature with niche-like charisma.
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  • Mysterious
  • Warm
  • Confident
  • Modern
  • Sophisticated
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Ebony Wood Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
By the Fireplace by Maison Margiela
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Pink Pepper37%
Grapefruit33%
Cypress30%
Heartas listed
Coffee100%
Baseas listed
Vetiver51%
Patchouli49%

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Ebony Wood's warm spicy-woody core and moderate sweetness make it ideal for crisp fall and winter days, while its clean edges and fresh pink pepper allow some wearability in spring. It can be too dense for high summer heat.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate projection and sophisticated woody character suit casual and date settings best. Not too bold for the office if applied lightly, but lacks the formality for black tie and is too warm for sports.

About

Ebony Wood Eau de Parfum opens with a crackle of lively pink pepper and bitter grapefruit before settling into a heart of aromatic clove and cypress. A creamy, smoky ebony wood base anchors the fragrance, accented by earthy patchouli and a subtle coffee thread. The overall impression is warmly spiced, slightly sweet, and deeply woody, with a modern, smooth finish. It wears close to the skin but offers impressive longevity, making it an ideal choice for those seeking sophistication on a budget.

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