Energetically New York Elixir by Zara
Brand: Zara
Concentration: Parfum
Scent overview
A woody aquatic fragrance: suede up top, sandalwood and cardamom at the heart, drying down to jasmine. Intense, enveloping, and sophisticated.
Is Energetically New York Elixir worth it?
How it smells: Opens with suede, sandalwood and cardamom at the heart, then dries down to jasmine.
Scent Score: 70/100 (Good). Under the radar. New and picking up. Worth getting to know before everyone else does. Performance 69, versatility 81, layerability 60 and value 69, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts a full workday. Projection: Projects strongly. People will notice. Best for: Spring, summer and fall, for casual days and the office. Layering: Layers well with many fragrances. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
Parfum · Introduced 2025 · Unisex
Key accords: Suede, Sandalwood, Cardamom, Jasmine
Top Notes
- Suede
Heart Notes
- Sandalwood
- Cardamom
Base Notes
Occasions: Casual, Office, Date
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrance overview
Energetically New York Elixir by Zara belongs to the woody fragrance family. A woody aquatic fragrance: suede up top, sandalwood and cardamom at the heart, drying down to jasmine. Intense, enveloping, and sophisticated. Energetically New York Elixir opens with Suede. The heart brings Sandalwood and Cardamom. It dries down to Jasmine.
How to wear Energetically New York Elixir
On skin, Energetically New York Elixir by Zara has very Good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, Parfum concentration. It's best in spring, summer, and fall. Reach for it for casual, office, and date. Its best layering match in the catalog is Crystal Noir by Versace. Apply Energetically New York Elixir first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Crystal Noir on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Energetically New York Elixir : 2 sprays Crystal Noir and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Energetically New York Elixir opens with Suede.
The heart brings Sandalwood and Cardamom.
It dries down to Jasmine.
What to layer with Energetically New York Elixir
Crystal Noir by Versace
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share sandalwood and cardamom.
Order: Apply Energetically New York Elixir first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Crystal Noir on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Energetically New York Elixir : 2 sprays Crystal Noir
Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share sandalwood and cardamom.
Order: Apply Energetically New York Elixir first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Le Male on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Energetically New York Elixir : 2 sprays Le Male
Her by Burberry
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share sandalwood and jasmine.
Order: Apply Energetically New York Elixir first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Her on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Energetically New York Elixir : 2 sprays Her
Fire Island by Bond No. 9
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share cardamom and jasmine.
Order: Apply Energetically New York Elixir first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Fire Island on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Energetically New York Elixir : 2 sprays Fire Island
Layton by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share sandalwood, cardamom, and jasmine.
Order: Apply Energetically New York Elixir first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Layton on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Energetically New York Elixir : 2 sprays Layton
Pairings to approach with care
Tea by Commodity
Not Recommended · 37/99
Energetically New York Elixir has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Tea brings a fresh contrast to this woody scent, and they share sandalwood.
Order: Apply Energetically New York Elixir first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Tea on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Energetically New York Elixir : 2 sprays Tea
Man Uomo Winter by Zara
Not Recommended · 40/99
This pairing is harder to balance. Man Uomo Winter brings a gourmand contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Energetically New York Elixir first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Man Uomo Winter on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Energetically New York Elixir : 2 sprays Man Uomo Winter
Related fragrances and why
- Energetically New York by Zara — Another version of Energetically New York from Zara.
- Crystal Noir by Versace — Both include sandalwood and cardamom.
- Le Male by Jean Paul Gaultier — Both include sandalwood and cardamom.
- Her by Burberry — Both include sandalwood and jasmine.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Energetically New York Elixir?
Energetically New York Elixir opens with Suede. The heart brings Sandalwood and Cardamom. It dries down to Jasmine.
How long does Energetically New York Elixir last, and how strong is it?
Energetically New York Elixir by Zara has very Good longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 7/10, Parfum concentration.
When should you wear Energetically New York Elixir?
It's best in spring, summer, and fall. It suits casual, office, and date.
What layers well with Energetically New York Elixir?
Crystal Noir by Versace is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share sandalwood and cardamom. Apply Energetically New York Elixir first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Crystal Noir on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Energetically New York Elixir : 2 sprays Crystal Noir.
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