Do you sometimes find yourself staring at a €250 Dior perfume with your mouth open while your bill is showing a minus? Well, you're not alone. The world of fragrance has become a prestigious arena, where perfume prices are almost comparable to the cost of a weekend on the Amalfi Coast. But luckily, there is something that we can safely call the most fragrant scam of the century – Zara perfumes.
Zara is a fashion giant that is clearly not satisfied with just clothing, but has also successfully conquered the world of perfumery. Zara perfumes, created in collaboration with top perfumers, have become known as these “dupe” perfumes – cheaper versions of iconic and luxurious fragrances that we all know, but few can afford. And what’s the craziest? Some are so similar to the originals that even perfume snobs can’t tell the difference. Get ready to walk through 10 Zara’s perfumes, which are like twins of cult expensive fragrances – only without the dizzying prices.
Top Zara “dupe” perfumes
1. Zara Femme vs. Dior Hypnotic Poison
If it's close to you Dior's Hypnotic Poison, which smells like a sweet, poisoned kiss with a hint of vanilla, you'll love Zarin Woman. Opening with a sweet touch of almond and jasmine, this perfume develops into a deep, creamy vanilla. It's a truly seductive fragrance bomb that leaves an oriental, almost sensual signature on the skin - and for a tenth of the price.
2. Zara Twilight Mauve vs. Marc Jacobs Daisy
Daisy is the fragrance of eternal youth – fresh, floral and sunny. Zarin Twilight Mauve Summer captures exactly that energy: carefree, carefree, with notes of apple, peony, and musk. If you want to smell like spring in a bottle, but without the luxury price tag, this is your new BFF.
3. Zara Tuberosa vs. Byredo Bal d'Afrique
Byredov African Ball It is cult-like due to its exotic yet sophisticated aroma. Tuberose from Zara is not just a tribute, it's almost a reincarnation. Woody notes, a citrus top note, and warm vetiver create a scent that smells like a fashion editor on her way to Marrakech.
4. Zara Gardenia vs. YSL Black Opium
If you ever loved Black Opium, but your heart stopped at the price, it is Gardenia your fragrant medicine. It has the same signature: coffee, vanilla, floral notes. Sweet, seductive, nocturnal. The ideal fragrance for naughty evenings and secret dates.
5. Zara Orchid vs. Victoria's Secret Bombshell
Sarin Orchid it is fresh, fruity and sexy – just like the legendary Bombshell, which is almost synonymous with the seductive American woman. If you like the scent of passion fruit, pineapple, and peony, then get ready for Orchid to get under your skin.
6. Zara Hibiscus Vs. Loewe Solo Ella
This floral-fruity combination with an exotic touch is almost a clone Loewe masterpieces. Hibiscus at Zara it's subtle, feminine, with notes of hibiscus, citrus and white flowers. It smells like a sunset in Barcelona.
7. Zara Apple Juice vs. Chanel Chance
Chance from Chanel is a classic – freshness, elegance and lightness. Zarin Apple Juice With light notes of apple, grapefruit and musk, it's the perfect daytime fragrance that will give you the Chanel feel without the Chanel price.
8. Zara Deep Garden vs. Carolina Herrera Good Girl
Seduction and mystery in one bottle – Deep Garden is exactly what Carolina Herrera promises Good GirlTuberose, tonka bean, and a drop of sweet pear... It smells like a night in high heels.
9. Zara Cherry Smoothie vs.
Tom Ford Lost Cherry is luxurious decadence. Zara offers an almost identical debauched cocktail of cherries, almonds and sweet notes with its Cherry SmoothieIf you want to smell like an expensive cocktail cake – this is it.
10. Zara Rose Vs. Dior J'adore
For lovers of sophisticated, feminine fragrances, here it is Zara Rose, which is very reminiscent of the darling of perfume ladies – I loveRose, jasmine, musk and that “je ne sais quoi” that makes the difference.
Zara doesn't just offer perfumes, it offers the illusion of luxury - in the best possible sense. If you've always wanted your own perfume that smells like a dream, but the price tag won't let you sleep, these "dupe" perfumes are the answer. Smell like a million euros, but spend less than you would on lunch. Parisian chic, without the Parisian bill? Oui, please.
