Zara 2023 EDT

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Velvet Shadow (Into The Gourmand)

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Zara Velvet Shadow (Into The Gourmand) is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2023. Velvet Shadow (Into The Gourmand) settles into a heart of Marshmallow, Bergamot, Mandarin, and Jasmine. Zara's Velvet Shadow (Into The Gourmand) carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

Velvet Shadow is a divisive one, hyped by some as a brilliant dupe for higher-end marshmallow-orange blossom scents like Oriana, but just as many find it a synthetic scrubber. Don't blind buy unless you're a devout gourmand fan and prepared for a bit of a gamble.
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  • Playful
  • Cozy
  • Sweet
  • Feminine
  • Modern
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Velvet Shadow (Into The Gourmand) Eau de Toilette bottle
Inspired by
Oriana by Parfums de Marly
52%
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Oriana the original Velvet Shadow (Into The Gourmand) 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 Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

Its sweet, fluffy gourmand profile makes it suitable for casual wear and date nights, where a playful and feminine scent is appreciated. However, the often-reported weak longevity and prominent sweetness make it less ideal for formal settings or the office, where subtlety and professionalism are key.

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

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

Imagine fluffy, sweet marshmallows dusted with citrus zest, creating a soft, powdery gourmand heart. Bright mandarin and bergamot cut through the initial sweetness, while a hint of jasmine adds a clean, white floral lift. It's a playful, sugary cloud that aims for luxurious sweetness but often lands on a more artificial note.

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