No 2 Bergamot and Leather Spritz

25 reseñas

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• Mr.Templarious

  May 1, 2021

  

  Right, after two days of testing it, I now have a solid foundation for my review. This perfume is simply wonderful. To be fair, it does kick off a bit abruptly with an opening that feels quite synthetic. Leather notes are inherently synthetic due to how the material is produced, but here there’s an added sharpness that I believe comes from the bergamot – which is neither fresh nor citrusy (which sounds contradictory, I know). It’s a very bitter bergamot, and in my opinion, it doesn’t complement the sharp leather chosen for the part of the fragrance I love most: the dry-down. The oud, present for similar reasons as the leather in the non-initial phase, also doesn’t help the opening, accentuating that stinging leather sensation I mentioned. It’s in the dry-down that the qualities many are praising truly emerge. Yes, it is a clone of Dior Homme Parfum (my favourite perfume of all time. Whether commercial, niche, alive or dead, I haven’t smelled anything I like more than this Dior gem). Naturally, it’s impossible to be identical, but the resemblance in the dry-down is remarkably close. In this phase, the leather starts to soften, calm down, and is embraced by the creaminess of the iris and the slight sweetness of the amber. With every passing minute, my enjoyment of the fragrance grows, allowing me to be carried away until it gently settles into a haven of pleasure that invites you to bury your nose in your wrist or wherever you’ve sprayed it. At this point, if you know DHP well, you’re aware you’re not wearing it, yet the sense of wellbeing is virtually the same. In fact, I own two different batches of DHP from the new 100ml formula: one from when it was first released and another from a few months later (perhaps six, I can’t recall exactly), and I must say there are quite palpable differences between them, especially regarding the leather. The first batch is identical to the classic 75ml DHP. In the second batch, the leather is more pronounced, the fragrance is less soft at the start but ends up being practically identical in its dry-down. This No2 from Zara reminds me so much of that second batch – less refined, yet still as pleasurable as its older production versions. As for performance, I can only say it’s a 10. Used to expecting little from Zara, this lasts far longer than other perfumes not only from this brand but from many designer houses or even niche brands, and it has an excellent sillage (call it projection, yes. I can’t confirm the trail yet). So, faced with such enjoyment, I can only say long live Zara and long live Jo Malone for bringing such a good price to an aroma that is no longer exclusive to special occasions. Because I don’t find DHP to be a perfume suitable only for extremely elegant events; for me, it has a bit of a rogue edge that gives it the air of the ultimate seducer above all other fragrances, and now with this Zara version, I can wear it more often without feeling out of place.

• Adry_slim

  May 6, 2021

  

  The opening is the least Dior-like part of the entire development. Today I conducted a test: on one side of my neck I applied Dior Homme Parfum, and on the other, Bergamote and Leather spritz. Two hours later, I performed an olfactory test with innocent noses; everyone said they smelled the same. I, knowing which was which, find it difficult to distinguish them. I believe Jo Malone has done something no one has done before: copied Dior Homme Parfum (I know of no other clone) and executed it with quality. I own several of Zara’s most long-lasting perfumes, and this one takes the crown, surpassing Amber Ego. What I dislike is that it has managed to knock Dior off its pedestal of ‘designer perfume with niche quality’. The good news is that if this Zara scent reaches the South American market, they will have the opportunity to own Dior Homme Parfum; as far as I know, it has been out of market since the 2020 edition… If you like Dior Homme, go for this with your head held high.

• Mr.Templarious

  May 6, 2021

  

  Right, after two days of testing I now have a basis for my review. The perfume is a marvel. It is true that it starts a bit abruptly with an opening that is very synthetic and sharp. Leather notes must be synthetic by nature, but here there is an added sensation that I believe comes from the bergamot, which is neither fresh nor citrusy (though it may seem contradictory). It is a very bitter bergamot that, in my opinion, does not favour the sharp leather chosen to compose the part I like most: the dry-down. The oud, also present for similar purposes as the leather in the non-initial phase, does not help in the opening, accentuating that pricking sensation. It is in the dry-down that what many say appears, and for which it is becoming known. Yes, it is a clone of Dior Homme Parfum (my favourite perfume among all, commercial, niche, living or dead; I have not smelled anything I like more). Naturally, it is impossible to be identical, but the resemblance in its dry-down is very close. In this phase, the leather begins to decrease in intensity, calms down, and is embraced by the creaminess of the iris and the slight sweetness of the amber. Every minute increases the pleasure, allowing oneself to be carried away until it ends gently in an oasis of pleasure that invites you to bury your nose in your wrist. You are aware that you are not wearing DHP if you know it well, but the sense of well-being is practically the same. I have two different batches of DHP from the new 100ml formula: one from when it was first released and another from a few months later. Between them, I find palpable differences, especially in the leather. The first batch is identical to the old 75ml DHP. In the second batch, the leather is more accentuated; the fragrance is less smooth at the start but ends up being practically identical in its dry-down. This Zara No. 2 reminds me very much of that second batch: less refined, yet still as pleasant as its other ‘versions’ from older production runs. Regarding performance, I can only say it is a 10. Used to not expecting much from Zara, this lasts much longer than other perfumes, not only from this brand but from many designer or even niche brands, and it has excellent projection (call it what you will). Faced with such enjoyment, I can only say ole for Zara and for Jo Malone for bringing such a good-priced aroma, no longer exclusive to special occasions, which almost makes me desire the moments of enjoyment of the DHP more than the events themselves. Because I do not find DHP a perfume to be used only on extremely elegant occasions; for me, it has a rogue point that gives it the air of the top seducer over all other fragrances, and now with this Zara version, I can use it more often without feeling out of place.

• Adry_slim

  May 7, 2021

  

  The opening is the least Dior-like of the entire development; today I conducted a test: Dior Homme Parfum on one side of my neck and Bergamot & Leather Spritz on the other. After two hours, I tested with innocent noses, and everyone said they smelled the same, while I, knowing which is which, find it difficult to distinguish them. I believe Jo Malone has done something no one has done before: copied Dior Homme Parfum (I know of no other clone) and executed it with quality. I own several of Zara’s most durable perfumes, and this one takes the crown, surpassing Amber Ego. What I dislike is that it has managed to knock Dior off its pedestal of ‘designer perfume with niche quality’. The good news is that if this Zara fragrance reaches the South American market, they will have the opportunity to access Dior Homme Parfum, as it has been out of the market there since the 2020 edition. If you like Dior Homme, go for this one headfirst.

• jerry7474

  May 26, 2021

  

  Zara No. 2 Bergamot & Leather Spritz: Here we have a Jo Malone creation that gives Dior a right hook. Not only because of its aroma, which is very much in the DHI line, but also because of its performance and cost… I will definitely try it for a few more days to expand my opinion, but for now I can say with total certainty that this scent is not exclusively for women; it is totally unisex and I dare say it works better on a man, like the awkward brother of Dior Homme Intense. A wonderful fragrance at a very fair price. If you are one of the fortunate ones who did not buy Dior Homme Intense, here is a proposal in that vein: not identical but equally enchanting, accessible, and with more than acceptable performance. In summary, a totally recommended purchase. Scent: 9.0, Projection: up to one metre for two hours, then fades but remains perceptible. Longevity: approximately 6 to 8 hours. Recommended.

• arturito_qc

  July 23, 2021

  

  In short, it smells of woods with incense and a touch of sweet iris. It would have been a work of art if the iris had more prominence and if the ash-like scent were toned down a bit. Nevertheless, it is an excellent perfume. Regards.

• sejano77

  August 14, 2021

  

  Excellent perfume in terms of quality-price ratio, highly recommended for lovers of unisex fragrances and those who long for the class of the extinct Dior Homme Intense. A very good creation by Jo Malone within Zara’s low-cost budget, with a clear inspiration from DHI. It is a fragrance dominated by the leather note, softened by bergamot and iris, the latter of which, despite being catalogued as feminine, looks very good on a refined, neat, and elegant man. Its trail is soft yet perceptible, making this perfume versatile for any season except days above 26°C, with a magnificent longevity that lasts for over 10 hours. In short, one of those Zara fragrances that is a slap in the face to the great designers.

• sejano77

  August 15, 2021

  

  Excellent value for money, highly recommended for unisex lovers and those longing for the class of the discontinued Dior Homme Intense. A very good creation from Jo Malone within Zara’s low-cost budget, with a clear inspiration from DHI. Leather notes dominate, softened by bergamot and iris; although iris is often categorised as feminine, it looks superb on a refined, neat, and elegant man. The trail is soft yet perceptible, making it versatile for any season except days above 26°C, with magnificent longevity lasting over 10 hours. In short, one of those Zara fragrances that slap the faces of big designers.

• potsdam

  August 27, 2021

  

  Very original fragrance, an almost gourmand oud and a leather with many white flower notes. And a memorable trail of dry lavender and iris.

• Espartaco

  September 17, 2021

  

  Bergamot & Leather is a perfect example of creating fragrance at a good price without neglecting creativity. I was gifted it a few weeks ago; it hasn’t wowed me enough to wear it regularly, but it reminds me of perfumes from twenty-five years ago, when any minor designer could produce something with weight and substance, without that stubbornness of today’s sticky molecules. Nowadays, popular long-lasting perfumes are a torture with their synthetic, sickly sweet taste. This could be one of the old-school ones: upon spraying, it floods your senses with presence but calm, without jarring chords that scream like a flock of crows. It deserves a try, possessing nuances that triple its price. It evolves a lot, which I love. It’s chaotic to assign it a gender: very masculine at the start, unisex in the middle, and genderless bordering on feminine at the end. The first part is an accorded oud or thick leather-oud, typical of plastic upholstery, but it comes accompanied by a citrus tinkling of something that could be lime or resinous lavender oil. It’s inhospitable, but it doesn’t take long to move to the next stage: a spicy amber at 90 minutes, very much in the style of Opium pour homme. It’s not as luminous or festive, but it shares some of its DNA. The 90s amber had a balsamic aniseed bite, and that’s what’s here. Soon enough, my nose deceives me thinking it smells of vanilla: nothing artificial or herbal, but a woody, dry, vintage vanilla, very Parisian or English. If scents were fabrics, it would be hard lace, rough but sensual. Its first three hours are stable, then oily, greasy, and masculine lavender foundations appear, with nuances of citrus peels, stewed anise, tiger balms, and inherited tweeds. Only after five or six hours does the erotic yet uninviting packaging fade to reveal a whispering, cold, floral, talc-laden, and outdated current, a mix of lily with leathers and oud, an English chill with memories of old boiseries and large windows. Chimpún. A poetic perfume, rare, not suitable for every nose but usable, sometimes banal, sometimes dazzling because it’s a severe English hybrid of the 50s mixed with festive 90s perfumes. Curious and worthy of review. Decent longevity, note that it’s not an EDT. Excellent price. Very well done, Zara; things done right need to be said. PS: Regarding Dior Homme Parfum, it’s not that literal. They share 50% of the adult vanilla simulation DNA, but they have different starts and ends. Dior comes out with cold floral mist and then becomes what it is, a stepchild without the fresh part, with a flavour of flans. I would lean towards this Jo Malone: more serious, rigorous, with evident animal and monastic oud, whereas in Dior it’s residual. Another note: the lily in Dior sings operas, here it barely shows itself. PS II: I like the Jo Malone line for Zara. Is it the niche line? Can something at 25€ be niche? I think so, because the term doesn’t just refer to price or ingredients, but to creative, artistic composition, for connoisseurs or a public that doesn’t want mass trends. This Bergamot & Leather delivers. It’s risky, uncommon but not too extravagant, halfway between exotic and sober, and will please the wallets of lovers of dirty, rough Arab scents, as it is a well-made aromatic oriental with a vintage retrograde.

• Espartaco

  September 29, 2021

  

  Bergamot & Leather is a perfect example of how to create a fragrance at a good price without compromising creativity. I was gifted it a few weeks ago; it hasn’t quite won me over for daily wear, yet it evokes memories of perfumes from twenty-five years ago, when any lesser-known designer could produce a scent with weight, body, and without that pretentious, sticky molecular affectation of today. Those of us with more experience will know exactly what I mean. While there are plenty of long-lasting popular perfumes now, wearing them feels like a small torture due to their synthetic, sickly-sweet character. Bergamot & Leather could be one of the old school ones: those that, upon spraying, flooded the senses with a present yet calm, slow-burning aroma, devoid of the discordant chords found in current designer scents that scream like a flock of crows the moment you press the trigger. It is worth a try; it leaves lingering, rich trails that more than triple the price of similar modern offerings. It also evidences a marked evolution, which I find fascinating in this price range. As for whether it is masculine or feminine, it is chaotic to assign a gender. I struggle between finding it very masculine in its opening, unisex in the heart, and genderless, bordering on feminine, in the dry down. The opening features a current dominated by an oud accord or a very thick, leather-like oud. It is the typical formula of oud with a taste of imitation plastic upholstery, but to make it palatable to all tastes, it is accompanied by a citrusy, aromatic tinkle of something that could be lime or even resinous lavender oil. This is the most inhospitable part, though not impossible to wear; the good news is that it moves quickly into the next phase, where it will last for several good hours. The oud accord, with a slight mouldy, oily, and narcotic touch, joins the note that will dominate my nose: amber. A spicy, 90s-style amber, very much in the vein of Opium pour homme. Bergamot & Leather is not as luminous or festive, but it certainly shares some of its DNA. A rose is always a rose, but depending on the fashion, it smells different. In the eighties, amber was fluorescent and glowed like a burnt-out bulb; in the noughties, it shed its electric robin nuances to become creamy, with an avian-sweet, sensual sweetness. The amber of the nineties had an aniseed bite with balsamic undertones, and that is the one governing the blend here. It is curious because it is not listed, but after my nose becomes slightly anaesthetised by warm/amberous and tempered/animalic effluvia, my sense of smell tricks me into thinking I am smelling vanilla. Nothing of those artificial, cloying sweet vanillas that make you weep for your soul, nor one of those herbal, cold, velvet vanillas I adore. No, this is a kind of vanilla that has been given a hit of fire: a woody, dry, vintage vanilla, very Parisian or English. If scents could be fabrics, this jumble would undoubtedly be lace… hard, rough, yet sensual. And that is about it; for its good three hours, it changes little, beyond revealing foundations of lavender. Not the plant or the leaf, but its dried flower petals, crushed in a mortar and reduced to a dense oil, just as a junkie reduces heroin in a metal spoon. It is an oily, greasy, very masculine lavender, adding nuances of citrus peels, dried and toasted anise balls, tiger balm, and inherited tweeds or flannels. Only when it has given its all, after five or six hours, does the erotic yet slightly unpleasant perfume packaging fade to let in a whispering current of serene, powdery, slightly outdated floral coldness. This could be a blend of lily with some remnants of leather and oud, an English sterility with memories of old wooden boiserie and large windows letting in leaden, white daylight. Charming. A perfume with a certain poetry, rare, not suitable for every nose but not unusable; at times it seems banal, at others it dazzles because it is a severe, English 50s hybrid mixed with more festive 90s perfumes… certainly it has been curious and worthy of review. Decent longevity; one can tell the concentration is not EDT. Price for what it offers, superb. Very well done, Zara; when things are done right, one must say so. PS. Regarding similarities with Dior Homme Parfum, it is not so literal. Perhaps in the heart phase, both share that air of dry vanilla lipstick, crème brûlée, but they are two perfumes with distinct openings and endings. Dior Homme Parfum emerges with a beautiful, cold floral butter mist, until it becomes what it is, and I am not interested at all: a stepchild of Dior Homme without the powdery freshness, a Dior Homme with a taste for flans and kilos of ambrette. I would say they share fifty per cent of their DNA, the adult vanilla simulacrum. If I had to say which is better, I would lean towards this Malone; the Dior seems redundant and somewhat vulgar. This is more serious, more rigorous. Furthermore, in the Dior flanker, the oud is residual, barely felt except as a medicinal, fruity taste at the start, whereas in the Zara version, there is a very evident animal and monastic oud. Another note that distances them is the lily, which sings operas in the Dior, whereas here it is barely noticeable. PS II. I like the Jo Malone line for Zara. Could one say it is Zara’s niche line? Can something for €25 be considered niche? Sincerely, I think so, given that the term niche refers not only to price (what cheeky bastards have jumped on the bandwagon) or ingredient quality, but also to composition: more creative and artistic than regular lines, something created for connoisseurs or a public that knows nothing about mass fashion. This Bergamot & Leather delivers. It is risky, uncommon for the popular palate but not too extravagant to be unusable, halfway between something exotic and something sober, and above all, it will leave the pockets of lovers of dirty, rough Arabesque scents very happy, as it is a type of aromatic oriental with a very well-made vintage dry down.

• Taurien

  September 30, 2021

  

  This perfume is a beauty; for someone with as many difficulties as I have with leather notes, that says a lot. It truly feels exquisite, though my only criticism is that it comes across as slightly linear. Bergamot and Leather Spritz smells to me like a leather saddle onto which a sweet orange juice has been spilled. It may sound unappealing, but for me it is a delicious scent. It is completely unisex, perhaps leaning slightly towards the masculine side. It is a sweet perfume with immense personality. Its trail is notable and it lasts about eight hours on my skin. I own the roll-on version, and this perfume is so intense that it is one of the few times I do not miss the spray mechanism in this format. Every time I have used it over the last few months, I have wondered if I should get the large bottle, and the truth is, although I use such a small amount that I think I will take a while to finish the roll-on, I would buy it if it becomes available when I do. Scent 7.5/10 Longevity 8/10 Sillage 8.5/10 Value for money 10/10 Versatility 6.5/10 Packaging 7/10 Would I buy again? Yes

• Taurien

  October 5, 2021

  

  It’s a beauty, which is saying a lot for someone who struggles with leather scents. I find it exquisite, though I criticise it for being a bit linear. It smells to me like a leather chair onto which sweet orange juice has been spilled. It might sound odd, but to me, it’s delicious. It’s totally unisex, perhaps with a slight masculine lean. Sweet but with plenty of personality. The trail is notable and lasts around 8 hours. I have the roll-on version and it’s so intense that I sometimes wish I could spray it. Every few months I use it, I ask myself if I should buy the big bottle, and although I’ll take a while to finish the roll-on, I would buy it if it were available. Scent 7.5/10, Longevity 8/10, Sillage 8.5/10, Value for money 10/10, Versatility 6.5/10, Packaging 7/10. Yes, I would buy it again.

• monsieurleather

  October 10, 2021

  

  I’ve tried it several times and it’s probably the best male aroma from Zara so far. Although it’s marketed for women, it smells masculine or unisex, leaning towards male. It doesn’t remind me of Dior Homme (which I associate with being feminine), but rather of a green citrus air that moves into an amber phase with a very soft oud. The rest of the time it’s a leather that doesn’t seem to be at this price point, pleasant, elegant, with creamy and floral touches. It smells elegant and pleasant, lasts quite a while (2-3 hours of moderate projection, 6-8 hours total), and has an affordable price, plus it’s signed by Jo Malone, who has done a great job with a fragrance of superior quality to what you pay. In the 30eur/100ml range, it’s the best you can find. Au revoir.

• Jorge Serna

  March 29, 2022

  

  Caught Zara at their absolute best: this fragrance elevates the game, and if Chanel or YSL had released it, the hype would have been insane. It’s the crown jewel, inspired by Dior Homme Parfum but with its own distinct personality. It starts off brutal, with a dense, masculine oud and leather, but the bergamot gives it an interesting twist. After 30 minutes, the oud yields to amber and iris, becoming sweet and powdery, while the leather lingers until the dry-down. It’s overwhelming, elegant, and unique—not for everyone; you need to know how to wear it. On two occasions, my wife left me speechless. For a winter formal event, it’s sublime. The big difference from Dior is that Zara adds oud and evolves from masculine to unisex, whereas Dior is an ode to iris from the very start. Performance is excellent, lasting over 10 hours on skin with good projection for the first three hours. It’s dense and lasts days on clothes. Not very versatile, exclusive for cold days and evenings. Best suited for formal wear. Unbeatable quality/price ratio, guaranteed to generate compliments.

• jerry7474

  August 17, 2022

  

  @Stelie: You’re right, thank you very much for replying, you’re very kind. Greetings.

• jerry7474

  August 23, 2022

  

  HELLO, DOES ANYONE KNOW IF THIS IS DISCONTINUED? GOOD DAY.

• Stelie

  September 5, 2022

  

  @jerry7474 Yes, it’s discontinued.

• Urkoreel

  January 25, 2023

  

  One of the fragrances Zara should bring back to sell… a real pity it’s discontinued.

• Clerdb

  July 1, 2025

  

  @jerry7474 Hello Zara, they’ve just released it, in case you’re still interested, the bottle is different, round with a black cap.

• Fatalfan

  July 7, 2025

  

  Bravo to Zara for bringing it back! I was missing it! Spectacular quality-to-price ratio as its aroma! And it doesn’t seem reformulated!

• Zenof

  July 11, 2025

  

  Are we talking about the BEST Zara perfume? Almost certainly.

• aitor_2323

  August 31, 2025

  

  Zara has relaunched this Jo Malone gem again, in another format, declaring small changes in its notes (adding vanilla and removing iris), although it smells practically the same as I remember from its previous edition. The perfume in its opening is fresh and slightly velvety thanks to the very citrusy and fresh bergamot. Afterwards, we can note a leather that is nothing invasive and very wearable, and I detect some iris in it, although it’s not declared in its notes. The perfume evolves into something more amber and woody with a sweet touch that persists until the end of its olfactory life. Its DNA is similar to the old Dior Homme Parfum (for me, the good one), but fresher in its opening and not so focused on the iris as the Dior. A moderate trail that remains on my skin for about 2 hours and a longevity of around 7-8 hours. It’s not a very versatile perfume; I see it as more for night and in cold seasons or temperate climates, and for semi-formal to formal occasions. It’s not a youthful perfume. For its price (around 26€) it’s a marvel; if you put this perfume in a designer bottle, you could easily pay 80€ for it.

• Miguee_lv

  September 2, 2025

  

  It’s a very, very good perfume in every way. The best Zara perfume and the one with the best longevity, many compliments. It projects correctly for 2/3 hours and lasts +8 hours on my skin, on clothes for several days. An economical option to the discontinued Dior Homme Parfum. It has an opening that isn’t very citrusy and a spectacular dry-down; it was OUT OF STOCK for a long time and now they’ve INCREASED THE PRICE, a 100/10 for 26€ the price I paid for several units, now at 50€ I give it an 8/10, it’s still fantastic at that price.

• Lonchita

  January 17, 2026

  

  Today, while walking down the street and avoiding shops so as not to bring home another hundred perfumes, something curious happened. As I went to smell my wrist (something I do to enjoy my fragrances outdoors and which drives me mad, but is indispensable), I noticed an out-of-place note. I sniffed again, rubbing against my Doberman, to make sure I wasn’t suffering from olfactory dementia, and indeed, the mysterious note was still there. I know myself from head to toe; I know almost all the notes in the fragrances I usually wear or have in my collection, or at least how they develop on my skin. My choice for today was, as it falls from the sky, Bergamot & Leather Spritz by Zara, which I don’t usually wear very often, point number one, because it’s extremely discontinued and I consider it a little jewel, and point number two, because it’s not a type of scent I like to wear daily; a citrus spark that explodes a few minutes in and begins to fade into a hyper-soft leather, made lighter and more wearable by the lavender, and emphasised by the oud. Well, what is my surprise when, suddenly and after having been using this fragrance for months, I start to notice how it develops on a SWEET base, with a certain reminiscence of a fairly natural vanilla (nothing like a pastry or gourmand, and thank goodness). I rush to the Fragrantica website: no vanilla. I think about whether I might have traces of other perfumes on the clothes I was wearing: none. Completely clean clothes, freshly taken from the laundry and ironed. I start to think that, perhaps, I am indeed touching on neurosis after having tested so many different fragrances during these Christmas holidays… until, thanks to another user’s comment and a quick search on the Zara page (it’s discontinued, but it still appears on the web if you search externally), I see that in the last batch, they decided to change the iris for vanilla. Well, after this silly novel; this fragrance is a 10, no more. If the limitation Inditex imposes on all its fragrances wasn’t so obvious, it could perfectly pass off as something niche, or a designer type like Dior. I’m writing this review because this vanilla note has made the perfume gain even more notoriety within everything I’ve been discovering these past months: with the iris, it was nothing more than another type of fragrance taking inspiration from the mythical Dior Homme Parfum, and I think that’s a somewhat redundant market after 20 years… but with the vanilla, it becomes something totally different (notice yourself how silly changing a note can seem, and everything it derives from). Bergamot & Leather Spritz becomes, after this important change, a warmer and, in my opinion, more original fragrance. What before sounded more formal, mature, and even solemn, has transformed into something much more diaphanous, with no pretension, which seems to envelop the atmosphere in a kind of almost corporeal happiness. It’s no longer a walk down Serrano in mid-December, with your trench coat and leather gloves, but an escape to a hotel in the Swiss Alps, among chimneys and Ralph Lauren jumpers. A beautiful leather, bathed in a natural glimmer of lavender and oud wood, sleeping under a vanilla reminiscence: a sweet dream, very far from gourmand. Longevity and projection, just as the rest of users say; an absolute triumph. 2-3 hours at full blast, with a typical Zara trail (you smell them, you notice them, but you can’t carry out the patriarchal ritual of overwhelming your entire office with the fragrance you’re wearing), until they disappear after 8 or 10 hours. In short, if they relaunch this jewel again, even with the price hikes on Jo Malone collaborations, buy it. Even if they reformulate and lower the quality, I suppose it will still be a marvel, not to mention the price they charge for it. PS: Over the months, the initial citrus point has homogenised, very calmly, with the leather and oud, instead of simply becoming less prominent, giving more protagonism to the lavender and making it more natural. Translation: beautiful, and becoming more and more beautiful.