Zimaya 2025 EDP

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Reverie Aqua

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Zimaya Reverie Aqua is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2025. Reverie Aqua opens with Cardamom, Cinnamon, and Basil, settles into a heart of Chestnut, Lavender, and Vanilla, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Vetiver, and Labdanum. Zimaya's Reverie Aqua carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This is a fiercely divisive fragrance. For some, it's a stunning, high-quality dupe that outperforms its rivals. For others, it's a 'scrubber' - synthetic, headache-inducing, and even 'gross.' You'll either love it and consider it a steal, or hate it and regret the blind buy.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Warm
  • Sensual
  • Fresh
  • Elegant
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Reverie Aqua Eau de Parfum 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its strong projection and warm, spicy sweetness make it a poor fit for the office, where it might overwhelm. It excels in date settings, its sensual and confident character creating an inviting aura. It's versatile enough for casual wear, but perhaps best suited for cooler weather social outings rather than formal events or 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.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Reverie Aqua opens with a bold, aromatic spice-bomb of cardamom, cinnamon, and basil, delivering a fresh yet warm initial punch. This quickly mellows into a heart of smooth lavender and creamy vanilla, offset by a distinctive chestnut note that adds an intriguing nutty depth. The dry-down is rich and enveloping, with labdanum and amber providing a balsamic sweetness, grounding it with musky vetiver for a sophisticated finish that boasts impressive staying power.

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Where to buy

Prices for the United Kingdom · · checked 29 August

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