Zara 2019 EDT

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Tobacco Collection Unexpected Fresh Spicy

by Marine Ipert

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Zara Tobacco Collection Unexpected Fresh Spicy is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2019, created by Marine Ipert. Tobacco Collection Unexpected Fresh Spicy opens with Whisky, Bergamot, and Cinnamon, settles into a heart of Patchouli, Iris, and Tobacco, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, and Benzoin. Zara's Tobacco Collection Unexpected Fresh Spicy carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Zara's Unexpected Fresh Spicy is a surprisingly well-executed tobacco, whiskey, and cinnamon bomb that punches well above its price point. It's divisive for some, but many consider it a hidden gem, with a boozy-sweet warmth that's perfect for colder months.
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  • Cozy
  • Sensual
  • Bold
  • Fresh
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Tobacco Collection Unexpected Fresh Spicy Eau de Toilette bottle

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:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its long-lasting performance and moderate sillage make it a bit much for the office, but ideal for dates and casual evenings. The boozy, spicy tobacco profile leans towards cooler weather occasions, making it less suitable for formal events or sport.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

This one kicks off with a boozy splash of whisky, quickly spiced up by warm cinnamon and a hint of bright bergamot. The heart introduces a rich, aromatic tobacco leaf, smoothed by powdery iris and earthy patchouli. As it settles, a creamy blend of vanilla, tonka bean, and benzoin emerges, grounded by soft sandalwood, creating a sweet, smoky, and deeply comforting dry down.

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