Zara 2021 EDT

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Gracefully Madrid

by Jo Malone

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Zara Gracefully Madrid is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2021, created by Jo Malone. Gracefully Madrid opens with Orange, settles into a heart of Geranium, and dries down to a base of Musk. Zara's Gracefully Madrid carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

Divisive yet adored, Gracefully Madrid delivers a shot of pure, unadulterated freshness. Some find it a bit too stark or linear, like fancy soap, but for many, it's a clean, elegant citrus winner that punches well above its price point.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Elegant
  • Calm
  • Cozy
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Gracefully Madrid Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Orange100%
Heartas listed
Geranium100%
Baseas listed
Musk100%

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 Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its clean, fresh, and intimate sillage makes it ideal for office and casual wear, providing a 'just showered' feel. However, its perceived linearity and occasional 'soap' vibe may be too simplistic for formal events or a romantic date.

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

  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Opens with an exhilarating burst of zesty, photorealistic orange, tart and uplifting. This bright citrus quickly mellows, allowing spiced geranium to emerge, adding an aromatic, rosy depth. The dry down settles into a clean, smooth musk, reminiscent of fresh laundry or a luxurious shower gel. It's a simple, elegant composition that prioritises clarity over complexity, smelling fresh, clean, and subtly refined throughout its wear.

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