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I can only offer the male perspective. I haven't worn it myself and am gifting it in an Advent calendar for my wife.

The scent:
Starlight Vanilla strangely reminds me a lot of my grandmother. I can't remember what she wore, but that's beside the point. It starts dense, rich, and very mature, without me being able to pinpoint exactly what the scent consists of. When I get close to the test strip, I smell the almond milk. It is sweet, creamy, and has this almond quality that is slightly creamy-nutty-gourmand. A wonderful thing. Almond milk, vanilla, and tonka merge here; the aromatic quality is clear, and again there's that lavender muddle (maybe that reminds me of my grandmother?!) - but unfortunately, I can't quite recognize lavender in perfumes. Musk joins the vanilla-almond-tonka, it becomes denser and is well blended. There is no star in this show, but the vanilla has, as the name suggests, its hands in everything.
The previous speakers have pointed out the soapiness, which I also perceive, and that gives the scent a certain vintage touch (perhaps the grandmother association?).

Similarity:
It does remind me a bit of Hypnotic Poison (2014) Eau de Parfum and "Hypnotic Poison (Eau de Toilette) | Dior," although "Hypnotic Vanilla | Zara" is actually meant to be in the same Zara line. I don't know "Myrrh & Tonka | Jo Malone," but it probably fits better.

The sillage:
Very dense and well noticeable, it surely projects well too.

The longevity:
It feels like a scent that accompanies you for a long time without needing frequent reapplication. I can easily imagine 4-6 hours.

The occasion/context:
Starlight Vanilla is sweet and warm enough to wear well outdoors in autumn and winter. Indoors, I would apply it a bit more modestly, but it is not intrusive.

Age:
Unfortunately, it leans more towards late twenties to early thirties; I really only see it from age 40 onward. (I'm sorry.) But this is not really a scent for a young dynamic woman (not for students or young professionals). It ranks alongside Dior Poison and Black Opium Eau de Parfum for me. If you find the two appealing, please go for it!

For men:
It is present. It doesn't knock my socks off, but it is sweet and creamy, and a dominant woman who knows what she wants can emphasize these characteristics with it. Personally, I wouldn't recommend it for young women and girls.

Bottle:
Wine red-purple and gold - great design. I like it a lot. With "Starlight Vanilla | Zara," "Vanilla Vibration | Zara," and "Supreme Vanilla | Zara," Zara has really done a great job.

Blind buy:
Not for girls and young women, but for those who like it elegant, dense, and rich, this offers a good winter scent.

Conclusion:
It smells more luxurious and expensive than it is, and it does its job! For those who prefer something lighter and are a bit younger or favor a more professional scent, I recommend Vanilla Vibration (see my last review).

This is a men's perspective on Vanilla Vibration. I have never worn it myself.

I intend to gift it in a calendar (the 30 ml fits well inside) to broaden my wife's fragrance horizon a bit.

The scent:
The scent is interesting. For a women's fragrance, it is pleasant, but it is definitely different from the fruity-sweet jasmine-rose soup that is usually offered. Vanilla Vibration comes across as mature, sweet, yet simultaneously light. The papyrus combined with the iris invites you to delve deeper into the scent without being overwhelming. The fragrance is noticeably light-footed, fine, and "fresh" for a winter scent. The sweetness is not exaggerated. The orange blossom and cardamom harmonize well together; I perceive the violet relatively clearly, but in the background, and all three keep the vanilla well in check while simultaneously enhancing the papyrus in symphony - truly well done. I would honestly almost like to wear it myself if it weren't clearly feminine.

The sillage:
Surprisingly, the papyrus comes out quite well in the scent trail and draws you in. You just want to learn more and smell more. It feels as if you are very close to the goal, but not too much. However (!) it is not a seductive scent. So, I get a clear image of a confident, grounded woman who makes a clear statement for herself and others, but doesn’t need to wrap everyone around her finger. (Definitely really strong regarding the scent!)

The projection:
Not outstanding; here you need to apply a bit more. But it does create a presence at about two hands' distance. You probably perceive it more in the scent trail.

Longevity:
Average.

Bottle:
I find it nice. The sprayer does its job. All in all, it is quite valuable as a small gift, and the 30 ml will surely fit well in a handbag. Therefore, the longevity is probably not so crucial here.

Age:
I see it best suited for a woman aged 25 and up. Perhaps already somewhat established in her career and no longer a girl. She is multifaceted but definitely professional.
Tends to be for younger women than Starlight Vanilla (review to follow).

Context/Occasion:
More for evenings, more indoors. Best suited for professional and semi-formal settings. Autumn and winter.

Price-performance:
Strong. Zara is really putting something out here that is not just for girls, and at a good price.

Blind buy:
It is definitely pleasing for 25, but probably not for "people-pleasers".
Limited blind-buy recommendation.

Conclusion:
A fantastic piece. Gives good vibes.

Spicebomb Extreme is more of a blend grenade because it is loud, strong, and bright.
I really like the scent, even though I find Spicebomb Infrared Eau de Toilette much more original in craftsmanship and very potent for an EdT. Spicebomb Extreme is a great autumn and winter fragrance, while Spicebomb Infrared Eau de Toilette is a stronger winter and Christmas scent.

The scent:
Is well blended: Tobacco and vanilla woven together form the base, while the illumination from cinnamon, cumin, and saffron creates a cozy atmosphere without being too dominant. All the notes come together smoothly here, which I usually react strongly to. And on the package, the pepper and pimento are closely intertwined, all eyes are on them, they are loudly spicy and charismatic. The grapefruit waved in at the entrance, maybe stood briefly on the sidelines, then went home. But all in all, it’s a well-rounded affair.
Many oriental notes but sorted in a western way - I love it!

Age: 16-32
Young people can easily wear it to the club; it has more spice and is more romantic than Sauvage Eau de Toilette. It is more dynamic and airy than "Emporio Armani - Stronger With You Absolutely | Giorgio Armani," even though it doesn't have the calmness and sweetness, but Spicebomb is definitely more mature and charismatic than "Emporio Armani - Stronger With You Intensely | Giorgio Armani" and Emporio Armani - Stronger With You. If this were a high school drama, The Most Wanted Parfum would be the arrogant quarterback without depth, simply deafening and crude. Spicebomb Extreme doesn't have the same strength, but it is just as noticeable and inviting.

Longevity:
Very good, 8 with good sillage, 10+ on its own.

Projection:
Very pleasant and consistent
I don't perceive "Khamrah | Lattafa / لطافة" or Emporio Armani - Stronger With You Absolutely for as long, even though they probably last just as long.

Women:
Spicebomb Extreme has a reputation for being a women's magnet. My partner doesn't like it, but I can see that it receives positive attention; however, I don't believe it has the promised eroticism and intimacy suitability. The tones are still too bright and spicy for that.

Men:
I think it is well-received.

Price-performance ratio:
Buy it cheap in summer and enjoy it from autumn! (90ml at €60, 50ml at €48)

Bottle: You have to like it; it has a kind of pin as a closure that prevents the spraying process instead of a cap, which is not optimal for traveling with frequent use.

Blind buy suitability:
Limited. The scent is really good, has good performance but can be too strong.

Alternatives:
Sauvage Elixir Also spicy, fresh, and strong: with cinnamon, grapefruit, and pepper.
Oajan more expensive and more oriental: cinnamon with honey but without tobacco.
"Asad | Lattafa / لطافة" strong with tobacco and fruit but significantly cheaper.
Spicebomb Infrared Eau de Toilette The charming little brother, quieter, more complex, sparkling, has overall more fire - check it out!

I haven't worn it and can only offer the male perspective:

Tuberose Winter is relatively simply constructed: tuberose strong and confident, a bit more mature than, for example, "Zara Day Collection: 01 - Wonder Rose (2021) (Eau de Toilette) | Zara", with iris for a slight powderiness and class. The vanilla here is pleasant and not cloying.
It may be simple, but it doesn't try to be something it isn't, and that's precisely why the scent works; the components are well balanced and blended in the air.
In my opinion, the fragrance is also good to wear in spring and autumn, even tending to be more suitable than in winter.

Age: 20-28
Type: The somewhat quieter, more composed woman, full of liveliness and freshness, but as the cold season arrives, she wants to take this feeling of life with her.
Men: I actually find it very charming; I believe it can also be captivating if it wants to be. And above all, it smells like a woman and not like a girl. But I really don’t want to come off like the Perfumo creep of the day here. It should be noted that this is my girlfriend's fragrance.

Longevity: For Zara and the price, it's acceptable but not outstanding. 3-4 hours are certain.
Projection: noticeably quieter than other women's perfumes, but that's a good thing; for the first 3 hours, you can smell it well in the room, but in the cold, it becomes very faint afterward.

I haven't worn it, but I can review it from the men's side.

"Zara Day Collection: 01 - Wonder Rose (2021) (Eau de Toilette) | Zara" comes across as a synthetic peach cream yogurt. The jasmine scent is strong and bright. The vanilla wraps around it, adding creaminess, but is overshadowed by the coconut note, which contributes an additional element. I'm not a fan of coconut in perfumes, and it must be said that this one is particularly synthetic. The fragrance combines the freshness of familiar fruits with a touch of youthful joy and softness in its creaminess, along with tropical yellow fruits and coconut for a hint of exoticism.

Projection: Quite decent for the price.
Longevity: After 3-4 hours, the sillage noticeably decreases, but it remains very present on the skin.
Age: 15-23
Type: I see it more as a young, dynamic Virgo; the scent doesn’t come across as particularly feminine, rather loud and still somewhat unrefined. At the same time, it’s not very daring, yet it still dreams of a journey to the tropics.