Zara 2021 EDP

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Gardenia

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Zara Gardenia is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021. Gardenia opens with Bergamot, Pear, and Peach, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Gardenia, and Coffee, and dries down to a base of Musk, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Zara's Gardenia carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Lush white florals swirl with creamy vanilla and coffee, giving Gardenia a playful, gourmand edge that stands out in the budget category. It's a flirty, cozy, and inviting scent perfect for casual wear and date nights.
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  • Romantic
  • Playful
  • Cozy
  • Sweet
  • Modern
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Gardenia Eau de Parfum bottle
Inspired by
Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent
69%
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Black Opium the original Gardenia inspired by

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Also Works:
Winter

The sweet gourmand heart and creamy vanilla-coffee base suit cooler spring and autumn days, while the white florals keep it lively enough for mild summer evenings and cozy winter occasions.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Best for dates and casual social settings thanks to its inviting, playful sweetness and moderate projection. Slightly too sweet and enveloping for formal events or active situations.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Gardenia Eau de Parfum by Zara opens with a sparkling burst of orange blossom, quickly settling into a heart of lush gardenia and a bold, creamy coffee accord. Sweet vanilla anchors the base, layered with juicy accents of peach and raspberry for a playful twist. Powdery musk and a soft synthetic edge give the fragrance a smooth, modern finish. The result is a cozy, gourmand floral that balances sweetness and warmth, making it both comforting and flirtatious.

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