Zara 2021 EDT

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Energetically New York

by Jo Malone

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Zara Energetically New York is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2021, created by Jo Malone. Energetically New York opens with Cardamom, settles into a heart of Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Cedar and Sandalwood. Zara's Energetically New York carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

A chic, cardamom-driven woody with a soft spicy warmth and a breezy sense of urban energy. Not a powerhouse, but stylishly versatile and quietly magnetic for everyday wear.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Sophisticated
  • Modern
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Energetically New York Eau de Toilette bottle
Inspired by
Santal 33 by Le Labo
5%
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Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Cardamom100%
Heartas listed
Jasmine100%
Baseas listed
Sandalwood65%
Cedar35%

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 Fall

The cardamom and sandalwood give warmth and coziness that excels in fall and spring, while the clean, fresh undercurrent makes it wearable in summer. Winter wear is possible but less ideal due to moderate projection and absence of true heaviness.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate projection and subtle aromatic quality make it excellent for office and casual settings. The gentle woods and spice offer versatility for dates but may lack the gravitas for truly formal events or the freshness for sport.

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

Energetically New York Eau de Toilette opens with a vibrant burst of cardamom, quickly settling into a creamy sandalwood heart laced with airy jasmine. The overall effect is clean, subtly spicy, and quietly woody, with a touch of powdery musk and a green, almost cucumber-like freshness that lingers into the drydown. This modern unisex scent feels crisp yet warm, echoing the refined energy of a morning walk through Manhattan. It's smooth, inviting, and never overwhelming, making it an understated staple for those who love gentle sophistication.

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