Man Silver by Zara

Oh my god, it smells so good. I went to the shopping centre to try countless perfumes and none pleased me as much as this one for just $25; it’s incredible. But the longevity leaves much to be desired, although for me it’s sufficient.

It smells spring-like, clean due to the lemon and classic due to the neroli. It seems like a dupe of Gucci Guilty, but clearly more diluted and less intense. It’s a classic blue fragrance, easy to wear, though weak in longevity and projection. For under $25, it’s worth it. It smells a bit of talcum soap, with a semi-sweet woody base and an almost imperceptible touch of wild pepper. For demanding noses, it might sound synthetic, but it’s not alarming. It’s ideal for the office or enclosed spaces. For me, it’s 2/4: it lasts 4 hours and trails for about an hour, then fades to skin scent. Recommended if you like casual blues, not intense ones. I like it for the price, although there are better options.

It smells crisp, ideal for daily use. Unfortunately, it has been reformulated and now lasts less. Nevertheless, the scent isn’t bad. Although it feels a bit synthetic, it’s one of those typical signature perfumes that result in being pleasant once they settle on the skin. I compared this old version with the new one, and although I didn’t notice a difference at the start, I did in the dry down. The old version highlights the white flowers more as it dries, giving it a classic touch. The new one is a bit more citrusy and synthetic. Nowadays I don’t recommend it; the reformulated version isn’t worth it.

Talking about Zara fragrances is basically talking about synthetic perfumes with poor longevity; this is no exception. It lasts 3-4 hours on skin, although I let it macerate for about 2 months. The trail lasts 30-45 minutes. It’s artificial, yes, but very rich. It has a strong lime opening that lasts a few minutes before giving way to the heart. At the end, a faint sandalwood aroma rather than cedar. It’s a perfume for quick activities: going to the pantry, making a payment, or taking it to the gym. It denotes neatness and freshness after a bath. Yes, apply about 16 sprays to get the most out of it; after all, the spray range won’t use up your fragrance quickly.

Addicted to the opening of this fragrance (which is practically all it lasts). A super rich lemon (so rich it’s even artificial, even metallic), with a clear white floral base. It’s my second 100ml bottle and one 30ml. It projects and lasts very little, even for Zara, but I like it so much that I consider I will always have one. They categorise it as summer, which is true, but it can be used all year (although if you buy the pack it’s easy to divide Silver for heat and Gold for cold). I wouldn’t use it for outings at all as it won’t be felt; totally for personal enjoyment.

Bought the pack with the Gold two days ago, and while everyone praises the Gold, for me the star is the Silver. It’s a delight: a light citrus opening that evolves into a sweet touch, lasting all day with a woody dry-down while maintaining that citrus-sweet blend. It’s exquisite, very wearable, and versatile for any occasion. A total success to try this pack.

Starts super citrusy, warm, and spicy. An explosive, sparkling lemon refreshes everything, accompanied by lavender and pepper that create a strong spicy accord. At the end, the lemon continues to sting gently with the spicy touch fading in intensity, while neroli and orange blossom appear, giving a velvety sensation. The flowers dominate until almost the end, when cedar and sandalwood enter, closing with a very masculine woody finish. Ideal for warm or temperate climates, versatile and comfortable for any day.

It happens with almost all Zara fragrances: a delicious scent that fades very quickly.

For the price, you can’t ask for more. It’s the go-to scent for daily chores: grabbing bread, taking out the rubbish, or going for a walk. Citrusy, fresh and friendly, ideal for spring and summer. It smells very much like Gucci Guilty.

This Silver and the Gold were the ones that started my journey into the world of perfumes. I never liked the Gold, but I loved the Silver. I didn’t know it was so similar to Gucci Guilty, but its scent fell in love with me; I wore it on a date and my partner fell in love with the smell. It began my love-hate relationship with Zara (because they have good fragrances and others that aren’t). It doesn’t have great projection or longevity, but for the price, I’d apply 10-15 sprays and it lasted 2-3 hours on dates. I used it in the cold, but I see it as perfect for heat too. Unfortunately, they reformulated it, and today it’s not even worth buying as a gift.

Zara Man Silver was my star scent last summer; I used it all the time because you just can’t help but reach for it instinctively. Lavender and lemon come out, which you enjoy immensely, followed by white flowers that give it that cheerful, sparkling touch perfect for the heat. The lemon becomes slightly sweet over time without going overboard, leaving a softer aroma. It’s very pleasant, giving off that relaxed vibe that fits perfectly with warm seasons. The longevity isn’t its strong point, lasting about three hours, but for 12€ in a pack with another perfume, you can’t ask for more. It’s an unashamed clone of Gucci Guilty Pour Homme, of course, it doesn’t reach the same league as the original, but it’s very well done in terms of quality and price. A great buy if you’re looking for something floral and fresh for any occasion (spring and summer), cheap and appealing to everyone; in fact, it’s brought me countless compliments. If you’d like to see more reviews, photos and the rest, check out my Instagram and YouTube: Instagram = JL_Perfumado | YouTube = Perfúmate Con JL

Bought this for my husband along with the Gold. He doesn’t say much, but it’s rich, sporty and very fresh. I’d give it a 5 for sportiness. However, it feels very generic; the Man Gold from Zara is something else entirely. The Gold was a discovery, smelling just like Armani XS Black or very similar to DG Light Blue, which is definitely worth dying for. The Silver is fine if you’re looking for something super chill, but you have to apply a lot of it to make it noticeable. It’s a summer scent.

First impression after spraying: citrus, fresh but with a moderate seriousness. The orange blossom notes are subtle but intensify over time. After a few minutes, the pepper and small lavender notes persist. On clean skin, you notice the citrus acidity accompanied by the cleanliness of lavender; upon exhaling and inhaling again, the cedar becomes extremely prominent. I wore it in November, on a hot afternoon that turned a bit chilly, and it didn’t do anything wrong.

I’ll be quite objective. At first, I like it (feeling it from the sprayer), but on my skin, once it dries, it becomes very stuck and metallic, losing that initial sensation. The dry-down reminds me a lot of Polo Red (I’d almost say 90%). Although it’s not my style, it didn’t convince me. I perceive it as a strong cologne, like Natura. It has nothing special, it’s pleasant but becomes overwhelming in the long run. The dry-down is a bit acidic but then turns sweeter. That stuck, metallic note appears half an hour into the dry-down and intensifies. Wish it felt like the beginning always. What does last a long time. I bought it because it came with Man Gold, which is definitely worth it for its great similarity to Black XS (though synthetic). Scent: 6/10, Longevity: 7/10, Projection: 6/10, Sillage: 5/10, Value for money: 8/10, Blind buy: 5/10, Season: spring.

Very similar fragrance to Gucci Guilty but I perceive it as slightly fresher, I don’t know if because it’s more intense on the citrus side, the floral or both, but this characteristic makes it very suitable for spring weather (in fact, it reminds me a lot of this season) and also for summer, although it doesn’t go wrong during the rest of the year. As a daytime scent, I see it as very versatile. Longevity on my skin has been very good, easily surpassing 4 hours and much more on clothes without needing to overapply. Projection is moderate but makes itself felt despite being fresh and nothing heavy. Overall it’s a scent I love and I can’t value it objectively because it brings me very good memories, plus at a ridiculous price (I got it in a pack with Zara Uomo for 12.95€), so little more can be asked.