Zara 2021 EDP

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Elegantly Tokyo

by Jo Malone

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Zara Elegantly Tokyo is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021, created by Jo Malone. Elegantly Tokyo opens with Lily, settles into a heart of Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Akigalawood. Zara's Elegantly Tokyo carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

Divisive yet captivating, Elegantly Tokyo delivers a strong, photorealistic white floral punch. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, but for its fans, it's a Zara masterpiece with serious projection and surprising longevity.
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  • Elegant
  • Fresh
  • Feminine
  • Clean
  • Soft
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Elegantly Tokyo Eau de Parfum bottle
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Lily100%
Heartas listed
Jasmine100%
Baseas listed
Akigalawood100%

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:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

While some find it office-appropriate, its significant sillage and projection mean it's best applied lightly for work; reviews suggest it fills a room. Its fresh, elegant white floral character makes it versatile enough for both casual daytime wear and more refined evening occasions, though its strength might be too much for high-activity sport.

About

Elegantly Tokyo opens with a bold, dewy burst of white florals, driven by a prominent lily and rich jasmine that can initially strike some as sharp or even pungent. As it settles, the scent transforms into a cleaner, almost soapy green floral, grounded by the unique, peppery akigalawood that offers a modern, woody depth. It evokes a fresh, damp garden after a spring rain, with an underlying elegant coolness.

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