Unexpected Joy by Zara
Women 2022
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Description
Unexpected Joy by Zara is a floral fragrance for women. Launched in 2022, the nose behind this composition is Jo Malone. The top note is bergamot; the heart notes are magnolia and neroli; the base note is cedar.
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In the collection
Leading answer I own it
225 votes
What do you think?
Leading answer Like it
57 votes
Season
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62 votes
Time of day
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32 votes
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Longevity
Leading answer Moderate
34 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
33 votes
Character
Leading answer Traditionally feminine
38 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Excellent value
37 votes
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BrendaSP63
Doesn’t resemble May Way at all, but it’s 99% identical to the original Carolina Herrera. It brings back childhood memories 🥲
Taurien
I picked it up on sale last summer and at that price it’s a bargain and very comfortable for everyday wear. My mother loves it too. It’s a fresh citrus floral that gives a sense of cleanliness, very pleasant. It smells sparkling, cheerful and luminous; very similar to My Way, with a sweet citrus opening where bergamot reigns, and a dry-down where the citrus blends with soft neroli and vanilla. Moderate trail and lasts 7-8 hours on me. It projects better than My Way for me, although I only tested it on unsprayed samples. I love it because My Way, while nice for informal wear, didn’t last long enough. Scent 7/10 Longevity 7.5/10 Sillage 7/10 Value for money 8/10 Versatility 8/10 Packaging 6.5/10 Would I buy again? Probably yes
Kittykat
It doesn’t have neroli in the notes, but the linalool is noticeable. It’s a mix between My Way and L’Interdit EDT