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Zara 2019 EDP

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Waterlily Tea Dress

by Jo Malone

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Zara Waterlily Tea Dress is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Jo Malone. Waterlily Tea Dress opens with Bergamot and Neroli, settles into a heart of Sage, Basil, and Mint, and dries down to a base of Musk and Ambroxan. Zara's Waterlily Tea Dress carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This isn't just a perfume; it's a personality. A fresh, green, and often controversial scent from Zara, Waterlily Tea Dress is a divisive fragrance that delivers a unique, cool floral experience. Don't expect a crowd-pleaser; this is for those who crave something a bit unexpected, with a touch of "inside a florist's fridge" realness.
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Subtle
  • Relaxed
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Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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 spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Formal

Its clean, fresh profile makes it an excellent choice for casual wear and post-gym freshness, appreciated by many in the community. While it can be office-safe due to its subtlety, some find it too green or floral for all formal settings. Its lack of overt sensuality makes it less ideal for a date.

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About

Imagine stepping into a humid greenhouse, but instead of steamy soil, you're greeted with crisp, green stems and chilled citrus tea. Bergamot and mint offer an invigorating, almost herbaceous opening, which quickly settles into a clean, musky heart. There's a persistent, dewy greenness throughout, often evoking lily of the valley or fresh-cut flowers rather than the listed notes, making for a uniquely watery, sometimes powdery, floral character.