Zara 2016 EDT

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Zara For Him Black Edition

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Zara Zara For Him Black Edition is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2016. Zara For Him Black Edition opens with Grapefruit and Cardamom, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, and dries down to a base of Cedar and Sandalwood. Zara's Zara For Him Black Edition carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

A divisive scent from Zara, some hail it as a gem that punches above its weight, while others find it a little too sweet and one-dimensional. It's a cheap and cheerful vibe that gets compliments, but don't expect a masterpiece.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Masculine
  • Modern
  • Confident
Zara For Him Black Edition Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Heartas listed
Baseas listed

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
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate longevity and sillage make it suitable for close-quarters like the office, though it truly shines as a date night scent, creating a cozy and inviting aura. The warm, sweet profile is less suited for formal events or strenuous activity.

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

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 a lively burst of grapefruit, swiftly joined by the warm, inviting spice of cardamom. As it settles, a soft orange blossom heart emerges, before drying down to a smooth, woody base of cedar and sandalwood. The overall impression is a sweet and warm embrace, with a touch of citrusy freshness.

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