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Antique Brown 2023

8.1 / 10 184 Ratings
A popular perfume by Zara for men, released in 2023. The scent is sweet-gourmand. It is still in production.
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Main accords

Sweet
Gourmand
Spicy
Synthetic
Oriental

Fragrance Notes

PralinéPraliné HoneyHoney AppleApple Coconut waterCoconut water TobaccoTobacco VanillaVanilla AmberAmber RumRum BergamotBergamot

Perfumer

Ratings
Scent
8.1184 Ratings
Longevity
7.4169 Ratings
Sillage
7.3169 Ratings
Bottle
6.9172 Ratings
Value for money
9.3162 Ratings
Submitted by ExUser · last update on 12/14/2025.
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17 in-depth fragrance descriptions
Elysium

914 Reviews
Elysium
Elysium
Helpful Review 4  
Angola Brown Cohiba Granite
I was curious to know what was hidden behind Antique Brown, and the Google search directed me to a precious mineral mined in Central Africa. Antique Brown Granite, or Marron Antique or Cohiba Brown granite, is an eye-catching and luxurious natural stone quarried in Angola. Its dark brown colour, which exudes warmth and elegance and features a dark brown colour, characterises this variety of granite as the main shade, ranging from dark chocolate to warm, earthy tones. I notice the warm tone and the blue reflections, which, once installed, give the internal and external environments a touch of elite style and elegance. Architects greatly appreciate the dark shades that the material creates when illuminated by beams of light. ZARA perfume has nothing to do with it. There are no mineral accords in the fragrance. However, the elegance of this woody, amber scent and the juice's colour bind them.

Antique Brown is in the same class as In case you were wondering if it resembles one of the recent fragrances released by ZARA, I can tell you that it can be placed in the same gang as "Sand Desert At Sunset | Zara", Tobacco Sublime, or Spell Caramel, but not resembles or copies any of them, despite all being from the same oriental-spicy olfactory family. A boozy breath announces the fragrance, which carries drops of milky coconut and crumbs of creamy bergamot. You can smell the apple, a little unripe and acidic which I like - I'm not a fan of apple aromas in fragrances - different from the one we're used to Boss Bottled Eau de Toilette, and a bitterish nuance slowly emerges which I associate with helichrysum and marigold, mixed with aromatic herbs such as marjoram or thyme, a little mint and a little balsamic. Maybe it's my sense of smell, but for the first few minutes after opening, I perceive the bitter smell of marigolds, that pungent scent that the leaves release when touched.

Slowly selling a mixture of coconut and tobacco, sweet but not as sweet as Spell Caramel or Sand Desert. The heart reveals warm and sweet spicy facets. Honey and praliné are the sources of sweetness. The more it grows, the more generous, more comfortable enveloping it becomes, like most oriental fragrances rich in gourmand notes. The coconut has slipped into the back rows but continues to stand out with its milky features. And that bitter touch doesn't want to leave the scene and remains anchored to the perfume's heart. But it's not a false note and balances the sweeter notes perfectly.

And here, salty, woody and slightly musky puffs announce the arrival of amber, which advances side by side with vanilla, a hint of gourmand but without exaggerating. The alcoholic trait I perceived at the beginning is now more marked, sweet, aromatic and smoky. It smells like aromatic pipe tobacco, here in the rum-flavoured version. I feel all the heat that this essence emanates, amplified by the temperature of the skin heated by the blood. Antique Brown is comparable to a fine aged wine, which needs to be decanted, that is, oxygenated and opened, in order to better appreciate all its nuances.

Without doubt or hesitation, I can say that Antique Brown perfectly represents the autumn season, those days full of humidity at the end of September. Wearable during the day, it becomes more intimate if sprayed on in the late afternoon for a special evening, a social event, or a romantic dinner. On my skin, it performs better than #nostalgia blue, but it still lasts for several hours, and the projection is moderate and not annoying. Perhaps more pleasing to the masses, Antique Brown belongs to that current trend, spicy and gourmand orientals with praline touches like Angel's Share, just to name one.

I base my fantasies on a bottle I've owned since September 2023 (BC 32200).

-Elysium
Updated on 10/12/2023
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PedroCabral

147 Reviews
PedroCabral
PedroCabral
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Short and to the point
Just the right amount of sweet, you can really taste the mix of coconut water, honey, apple and tobacco. Mainly the coconut water and honey note on my skin. It's delicious, just the right amount of sweetness. I won't lie that it won me over right away, but over time I find it hard to be unhappy with this one.

It doesn't last or project much, but it's a perfume that while it lasts, my god, it's crazy! It's not a party type, which is not a bad thing, on the contrary, it's more cozy, to be used by two, without bothering the other half.

Very good!
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Jessie0602

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Jessie0602
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Sex in a bottle
Well, I don't know why it is this way for me, but this scent has captivated me. It just smells so amazing! That has to be said! For an inexpensive Zara fragrance, it’s really incredible! For me, it’s the best perfume on my partner. When he wears it, the whole stairwell smells of it! It gives me Angels Share and Layton vibes, like a mix of both. That sweetness with the rum and then that fruity note, wow! Simply fantastic! I love it and my boyfriend does too! For me, one of the best affordable fragrances on the market! It smells like a very expensive scent and I hope Zara never discontinues it. I could sniff my partner all day when he wears it … the scent goes right into the synapses :D !! Sex in a bottle!
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Dionysos2022

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About Maximilianstraße...
... strolled past Dior and Cartier in Munich and looked into the shop windows, then went to Am Kosttor. Stopped in front of Elly Seidl, admired the treats in the window, and went inside. Here, you are intoxicated by the aromas of chocolate, fruits, spices, and alcohol. I have the nice saleswoman pack some of her delicious pralines for me. In between, I enjoy a tasty cocoa. Just close your eyes and savor it.

When applying this fragrance, you are first greeted by an overwhelming accord of pralines with rum and vanilla. Soon, the sweetness of honey, coconut, and light tobacco follows. In the background, there are notes of some green fruity and citrusy elements.

The longevity and sillage are good.

This is a lovely men's fragrance for men aged 25 and up. It can be worn year-round, except perhaps on very hot days. Otherwise, I see it as an all-rounder that can be worn for any occasion. It is also suitable for women who prefer scents that are not too sweet and floral.

Anyone who enjoys a sweet chocolate rum fragrance will find joy here at an affordable price.
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Aykut

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Helpful Review 5  
Time will tell …
… this saying fits the scent perfectly! At first, this indefinable alcohol + synthetic scent emerges - but then the fragrance becomes a perfect alternative to Kilian Angels Share. The cognac, tobacco, and vanilla harmonize perfectly over time, and the sillage is above average for a Zara scent, which can easily be categorized into the niche category as well.
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What an incredible scent! You can feel the praline and coconut water. There's something boozy in it, I think it's the rum note.
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Antique Brown belongs to that current trend, spicy and gourmand orientals with praliné touches like Angel’s Share just to name one.
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Starts with a fruity apple-tobacco note and coconut, which then fade slightly to make way for praline and rum. Unisex.
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Sweet/creamy coconut vanilla gourmand with a warm rum note. A cozy scent for the cold season. If only Zara's fragrances had more sillage...
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With chocolate soap ping pong paddles, I hold honey-glazed mini apples in the fresh air: Big Like!
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Sweet, juicy, fruity, and delicious. Spicy, sparkling, warm. More pleasant than the comparisons given. Antique scents are nowhere to be found here.
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Naxos? Layton? TF? Where do these comparisons come from? A very unique scent. Doesn't even have to be a dupe. Slightly creamy sweetness, worth it.
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Not Naxos or Layton. Unique! Beautiful, spicy rum/apple opening. Milky-creamy coconut drydown. More fresh than gourmand. Fits!
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A warm rum with honey, vanilla, and coconut water, plus some chocolates in the gentlemen's room with tobacco, apples on the table.
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Boozy pralines
Lots of coconut, honey, and vanilla sweetness
Tobacco and rum bravely fight through
In the end, it's just too much for me.
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