FleurMaxim

This fragrance was a blind buy (I was influenced)
...and I am truly overwhelmed by how Zara managed to capture the note of freshly brewed espresso in a bottle. At first, I was worried that the scent might be too artificial, too sweet, or too overpowering. Nevertheless, I gave it a chance.

First, about the bottle: It fits the fragrance perfectly. This round, brown, slightly chocolatey design already hints at what is inside. The cap and spray head are not particularly high quality, but for a perfume under 20 euros, that is absolutely no reason for criticism.
Upon spraying, you are immediately greeted by a warm, intense coffee note, like the creamy mocha cloud slowly flowing from the Bialetti. Gradually, more sweetness and creaminess develop, almost like an iced latte with a light whipped cream topping. A hint of vanilla also lingers in my nose, giving it that soft, sweet, and very pleasant gourmand note.
As time goes on, the coffee gradually takes a backseat as if you were continuously adding more milk to the latte macchiato.
The longevity is truly excellent for the price. Two to three sprays in the evening, and I could still perceive it on my skin the next morning.
A soft, gourmand milk coffee scent that delivers remarkable performance for little money.

If I had to capture this scent in an image, it would be a fine veil of silk or velvet in dusty rose, warm, lightly shimmering. A fabric that doesn’t flaunt but flows. I envision an elegant woman: subtle gold jewelry, high heels, a beige silk dress that sways gently with each step. And in the end, this veil drapes over her shoulders (quietly, but effectively). Just like this scent completes her appearance.

It develops similarly on my skin. The passion fruit is noticeable, but pleasantly soft and neither overpowering nor youthfully sweet, but stylishly placed. The vanilla in the base makes this scent warm, cuddly, and gives it a touch of maturity and calmness. When I wear it, I automatically feel more elegant, confident, and simply "more myself".

However, upon the first sniff, it had a certain heaviness for me. Floral, opulent, almost too much. It reminded me of the strong perfumes my grandmother loved, which were exactly of that heavy nature. But after a good half hour, something happens: the scent opens up, becoming softer, finer, calmer. Suddenly, there’s this elegant delicacy that was hardly discernible before.
Oud and incense are only perceptible as a faint hint. A little warm like a barely noticeable veil of smoke… just enough to provide depth without overshadowing the rest. Everything feels well-balanced and remains harmonious.

In the end, there’s an aura that says less "Queen" and much more "Goddess": feminine, warm, with a mysterious side that cannot be fully grasped. A scent that lingers… and makes everything seem a bit more elegant, just like a fine veil that glides over the shoulders at just the right moment.

Sometimes a fragrance doesn't need a grand story, no experience to remember. This is exactly the case with this perfume; it simply works in everyday life.
I reach for it when I want something subtle, something light that accompanies me without ever being intrusive. To me, it smells like a fine veil of fresh flowers, clean and soft like freshly washed laundry.
Accordingly, the sillage is very understated: You only notice it when you come really close (e.g., during a hug). But that's what makes it so uncomplicated and versatile. A fragrance you can't go wrong with. And those who love iris will feel even more at home here.
It envelops you like a pink silk scarf made of flower petals. Not too sweet, rather fresh, with a subtle powdery note. Overall, simply floral, feminine, and delicate.

For me, it is perfect for all those who prefer a quiet and soft presence. From my perspective, it's practically a fragrance for delicate mice who don't want to stand out but wish to carry a gentle and floral aura around them.

This fragrance simply puts you in a good mood: summer, sunshine, and the scent of freshly squeezed citrus fruits! When I spray it on, I immediately think of evenings with friends, a relaxed atmosphere, long summer nights, and cool drinks.
Although the longevity of citrus scents is usually not particularly strong, this one cannot be said to lack it. And even if it does: then you just spray a few more spritzes or refresh the scent after a few hours.

Zesty-fresh, but at the same time soft and pleasantly rounded due to the tonka bean in the base. Absolutely unisex - I share it with my boyfriend. We have both received many compliments for it, so our surroundings perceive it very positively as well.

For the first time, I got to smell it in a perfumery in Vienna on a damp, cold December day. And we had absolutely NO match. Way too sweet, way too floral, way too overpowering, I thought; “Not for me at all.” We received a small sample, which I would have preferred to throw away immediately. I really had no idea what a special perfume was hidden behind it.
Fortunately, my friend saw it differently, took the sample home, and placed it in my makeup box. And as fate would have it, one day I reached for it and sprayed a bit on - without knowing what I was actually using, as the sample was unlabelled.
Filled with excitement, I ran to my partner, who has an excellent sense of smell and an impressive fragrance memory:
“Sweetheart, what is this? It smells unbelievably good! I absolutely need this!”
From that moment on, the fragrance had me captivated. It won my heart - not at first glance, but at the second, and even deeper.
The price kept me from buying it for a long time, but now that it has finally moved in with me, I don’t regret a single cent. The longevity is fantastic, the scent absolutely unique. And although I initially found it “too sweet” in Vienna, I now find it pleasantly floral, soft, and at the same time with a slightly spicy undertone. For me, it’s clearly a summer fragrance - which perhaps explains my initial defensive reaction in the depths of winter.
For anyone looking for something exclusive and special, a clear recommendation to buy.
And by the way: The spray head is incredibly high quality and makes the entire experience perfect.