Zara 2024 Extrait

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Vibrant Leather & Sandalwood Elixir

by Jérôme Epinette

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Zara Vibrant Leather & Sandalwood Elixir is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2024, created by Jérôme Epinette. Vibrant Leather & Sandalwood Elixir opens with Cardamom, settles into a heart of Carrot Seeds, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes and Sandalwood. Zara's Vibrant Leather & Sandalwood Elixir carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

This Zara Elixir is a surprisingly polarising blend of woody warmth and spicy zest. Some adore its creamy sandalwood and long-lasting nature, comparing it to high-end niche scents, while others find it simply unbearable and a 'boring joke'. Definitely not a blind buy.
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  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Elegant
  • Woody
  • Modern
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Vibrant Leather & Sandalwood Elixir Extrait bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Cardamom100%
Heartas listed
Carrot Seeds100%
Baseas listed
Sandalwood62%
Woody Notes38%

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

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 Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its long-lasting performance and strong sillage, this scent is perhaps too intense for an office environment. Its warmth and elegance make it well-suited for dates and formal events, though it could also work for evening casual wear.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Opening with a sharp, dry burst of cardamom, this fragrance quickly delves into a core of unique carrot seeds, lending an earthy, slightly sweet nuance. It settles into a rich, creamy base dominated by woody notes and a robust sandalwood, creating an elegant yet intense drydown that lingers for hours.

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