SOTD: For Him Red Edition by Zara 03/02/2026

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We all know Im a huge Zara fan, they are well known for offering affordable interpretations of popular designer scents. Performance can vary at times, but the scent is always top notch. I think this was my very first one, bought by my eldest for my birthday. Said to have a striking resemblance to the highly acclaimed, & more expensive, Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540.

The notes here are very simple. Opens up with Orange, followed by Amber at the heart & Evernyl at its base. This is a synthetic molecule that provides a mossy, woody, and slightly earthy aroma, often associated with oakmoss. To be honest I would swear there is a tobacco note in there two. Now this might be the amber as some times amber can give a tobacco vibe apparently?

Performance wise, your looking at up to 6hrs with projection for approx 2 before it fades to a skin scent. For under €20 this is a banging fragrance that punches well above its weight. Probably my no 1 from Zara.

My Rating 7/10

Scent 2.5

Longevity 2

Sillage 1.5

Y/N 1

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