Ebony Wood by Zara
Brand: Zara
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
A structured woody spicy scent: grapefruit, cypress and pink pepper over coffee, on patchouli and vetiver.
Is Ebony Wood worth it?
How it smells: Opens with grapefruit, cypress and pink pepper, coffee at the heart, then dries down to patchouli and vetiver.
Scent Score: 62/100 (Good). Doesn't stand out. Pairs well with fewer fragrances than most. Nothing wrong with it, but similar fragrances do more. Sample it before buying a bottle. Performance 63, versatility 67, layerability 52 and value 63, each out of 100.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2019 · Unisex
Key accords: Grapefruit, Cypress, Pink Pepper, Coffee, Patchouli, Vetiver
Top Notes
- Grapefruit
- Cypress
- Pink Pepper
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Occasions: Office, Evening
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Ebony Wood by Zara belongs to the woody fragrance family. A structured woody spicy scent: grapefruit, cypress and pink pepper over coffee, on patchouli and vetiver. Ebony Wood opens with Grapefruit, Cypress, and Pink Pepper. The heart brings Coffee. It dries down to Patchouli and Vetiver.
How to wear Ebony Wood
On skin, Ebony Wood by Zara has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration. It's best in fall and winter. Reach for it for office and evening. Its best layering match in the catalog is Delina Exclusif by Parfums de Marly. Apply Ebony Wood first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Delina Exclusif on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Ebony Wood : 1 spray Delina Exclusif and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Ebony Wood opens with Grapefruit, Cypress, and Pink Pepper.
The heart brings Coffee.
It dries down to Patchouli and Vetiver.
What to layer with Ebony Wood
Delina Exclusif by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share grapefruit, pink pepper, and vetiver.
Order: Apply Ebony Wood first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Delina Exclusif on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ebony Wood : 1 spray Delina Exclusif
Jubilation 25 Woman by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share patchouli and vetiver.
Order: Apply Ebony Wood first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Jubilation 25 Woman on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ebony Wood : 2 sprays Jubilation 25 Woman
N°5 Eau de Toilette by Chanel
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share patchouli and vetiver.
Order: Apply Ebony Wood first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer N°5 Eau de Toilette on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ebony Wood : 2 sprays N°5 Eau de Toilette
Prada Amber Pour Femme by Prada
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share patchouli and vetiver.
Order: Apply Ebony Wood first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Prada Amber Pour Femme on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ebony Wood : 2 sprays Prada Amber Pour Femme
French Bouquet by BDK
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share pink pepper, patchouli, and vetiver.
Order: Apply Ebony Wood first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer French Bouquet on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ebony Wood : 2 sprays French Bouquet
Pairings to approach with care
Bergamask by Orto Parisi
Not Recommended · 32/99
Bergamask has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Bergamask brings a citrus contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Ebony Wood first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bergamask on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ebony Wood : 1 spray Bergamask
Angel Eau de Parfum by Mugler
Not Recommended · 33/99
Angel Eau de Parfum has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Angel Eau de Parfum brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent, and they share patchouli.
Order: Apply Ebony Wood first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Angel Eau de Parfum on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Ebony Wood : 1 spray Angel Eau de Parfum
Related fragrances and why
- Ebony Wood Elixir by Zara — Another version of Ebony Wood from Zara.
- Delina Exclusif by Parfums de Marly — Both include grapefruit, pink pepper, and vetiver.
- Jubilation 25 Woman by AmouageBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include patchouli and vetiver.
- N°5 Eau de Toilette by Chanel — Both include patchouli and vetiver.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Ebony Wood?
Ebony Wood opens with Grapefruit, Cypress, and Pink Pepper. The heart brings Coffee. It dries down to Patchouli and Vetiver.
How long does Ebony Wood last, and how strong is it?
Ebony Wood by Zara has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Ebony Wood?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits office and evening.
What layers well with Ebony Wood?
Delina Exclusif by Parfums de Marly is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share grapefruit, pink pepper, and vetiver. Apply Ebony Wood first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Delina Exclusif on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Ebony Wood : 1 spray Delina Exclusif.
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