Zara is quickly becoming one of the most popular places to shop for the best perfume for women. The brand has a wide range of scents and have even collaborated with Jo Malone CBE on a special line of fragrances.
Much like its clothing, Zara's fragrances sell out in record time, and I was keen to see what all the fuss was about. As a beauty writer who is obsessed with perfume, I have tried my fair share of scents, and I always give my honest opinion on whether I like them or not.
From the best fresh perfumes to the best long-lasting perfumes , it's safe to say that Zara has ticked all the boxes with its fragrances. There is something for everyone, but in my opinion, the below six options are the best you can buy.
Not only do they smell amazing, but all of these perfumes are under £30 which makes them even more appealing. They are perfect for throwing in your bag to apply throughout the day, and I always get compliments whenever I wear them out and about. In fact, after borrowing them, most of my friends have gone to Zara and purchased the perfumes themselves.
So, keep on scrolling for my top picks, and for more inspiration, don't forget to check out our guides to the best summer perfumes, best Jo Malone perfumes and the best Chanel perfumes to buy now. You perfume collection is about to get a whole lot better...
The 9 best Zara perfumes to buy now:
1. Zara Red Temptation
Key notes: saffron, coriander spices, bitter orange, jasmine, praline, moss, amber
You might have seen this fragrance be likened to the iconic (and painfully expensive) Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540—and it's the closest high street alternative I've come across. This perfume is my go-to evening scent. It's warm and woody, with notes of saffron, jasmine, praline and amber. It's chocolatey but not too sweet, and makes the perfect date-night option.
2. Zara Energetically New York
Key notes: cardamom, jasmine, sandalwood
Energetically New York is a more genderless scent option, and is part of Zara's collection with Jo Malone CBE. Notes of cardamom, jasmine and sandalwood give it a super-fresh finish, and you'll feel like you just stepped out of the shower after one spray. One thing to note, the lasting power is not as impressive as some of the other options, but I always carry it in my bag so I can apply it throughout the day.
3. Zara Fleur de Patchouli
Key notes: peony, patchouli, guaiac wood
Another Malone creation, Fleur de Patchouli is a green, floral delight. It's fresh and earthy, without being crisp, and it has a depth that leaves it lingering on the skin for hours on end. Plus, it smells wonderfully luxe.
4. Zara Fashionably London
Key notes: bergamot, rose, musk
This is easily one of the most beautiful rose perfumes I've ever smelled. It's lightweight, fresh, has a subtle sparkle and isn't even slightly offensive.Think of this perfume like ambling down the centre aisle of a London-based flower market.
5. Zara Magnificently Dubai
Key notes: saffron, nutmeg, leather
This perfume is a middle-eastern-inspired delight. It's rich, it's warm, it's woody—and it smells undeniably expensive. Magnificently Dubai smells like walking through a spice-filled souk, with leather goods and woods lining each stall.
6. Zara Gardenia
Key notes: gardenia, orange blossom, coffee, peach, raspberry
If you like warn, sweet, floral but palatable scents, this one is for you. This isn't the sort of perfume I think anyone can really dislike it—it's what I like to call a crowdpleaser. Plus, it a 180ml bottle, it's excellent value for money.
