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A Pleasant Surprise
This was an impulse blind buy for me. I went in expecting a spicy, fresh white floral, and what I got completely defied that expectation.
The core of this fragrance is very similar to Into the Gourmand - Number 1: Velvet Shadow , Zara's own interpretation of Love Don't Be Shy Perfume . It's similarly marshmallowy, sweet, fluffy and powdery, topped with white florals and dense musk. The spicy and green elements combined with the heavy powder and musk bring to mind vintage compositions, a la Passion Eau de Toilette . That there are so many contradictory accords also pulls it into a classic, 80's space - it's powdery but fresh, creamy but green, clean but dirty, spicy but smooth.
Overall I find it addictive and intriguing. I don't think everybody will like it, so try it out in person if you're by a Zara location.
The core of this fragrance is very similar to Into the Gourmand - Number 1: Velvet Shadow , Zara's own interpretation of Love Don't Be Shy Perfume . It's similarly marshmallowy, sweet, fluffy and powdery, topped with white florals and dense musk. The spicy and green elements combined with the heavy powder and musk bring to mind vintage compositions, a la Passion Eau de Toilette . That there are so many contradictory accords also pulls it into a classic, 80's space - it's powdery but fresh, creamy but green, clean but dirty, spicy but smooth.
Overall I find it addictive and intriguing. I don't think everybody will like it, so try it out in person if you're by a Zara location.