Hibiscus by Zara
Brand: Zara
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
A floral fragrance: hibiscus up top, mango at the heart, drying down to vanilla orchid. Exotic, radiant and enveloping.
Is Hibiscus worth it?
How it smells: Opens with hibiscus, mango at the heart, then dries down to vanilla orchid.
Scent Score: 59/100 (Fair). 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 60, versatility 73, layerability 37 and value 60, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts a few hours. Reapply for the evening. Projection: Arm's-length projection. Best for: Fall and winter, for casual days and evenings. Layering: Best worn on its own. Leans: Feminine.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2022 · Women
Key accords: Hibiscus, Mango, Vanilla Orchid
Top Notes
- Hibiscus
Heart Notes
- Mango
Base Notes
Occasions: Casual, Evening, Date
Seasons: Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Hibiscus by Zara belongs to the floral fragrance family. A floral fragrance: hibiscus up top, mango at the heart, drying down to vanilla orchid. Exotic, radiant and enveloping. Hibiscus opens with Hibiscus. The heart brings Mango. It dries down to Vanilla Orchid.
How to wear Hibiscus
On skin, Hibiscus 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 casual, evening, and date. Its best layering match in the catalog is Virgin Island Water by Creed. Apply Hibiscus first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Virgin Island Water on top for fresh lift. Start with 2 sprays Hibiscus : 2 sprays Virgin Island Water and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Hibiscus opens with Hibiscus.
The heart brings Mango.
It dries down to Vanilla Orchid.
What to layer with Hibiscus
Virgin Island Water by Creed
Signature Worthy · 95/99
Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share hibiscus.
Order: Apply Hibiscus first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Virgin Island Water on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hibiscus : 2 sprays Virgin Island Water
God of Fire by Stephane Humbert Lucas 777
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 95/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share mango.
Order: Apply Hibiscus first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer God of Fire on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hibiscus : 2 sprays God of Fire
Raw Temptation by Zara
Signature Worthy · 95/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share mango.
Order: Apply Hibiscus first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Raw Temptation on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hibiscus : 2 sprays Raw Temptation
Polo Black by Ralph Lauren
Signature Worthy · 94/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share mango.
Order: Apply Hibiscus first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Polo Black on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hibiscus : 2 sprays Polo Black
Wanted by Azzaro
Signature Worthy · 93/99
Floral and woody scents naturally complement each other.
Order: Apply Hibiscus first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Wanted on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hibiscus : 2 sprays Wanted
Pairings to approach with care
Arabians Tonka by Montale
Not Recommended · 30/99
Arabians Tonka has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Arabians Tonka brings an oriental contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Hibiscus first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Arabians Tonka on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hibiscus : 1 spray Arabians Tonka
Megamare by Orto Parisi
Not Recommended · 30/99
Megamare has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Megamare brings an aquatic contrast to this floral scent.
Order: Apply Hibiscus first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Megamare on top for aquatic lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Hibiscus : 1 spray Megamare
Related fragrances and why
- Virgin Island Water by Creed — Both include hibiscus.
- God of Fire by Stephane Humbert Lucas 777BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?— Both include mango.
- Raw Temptation by Zara — Both include mango.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Hibiscus?
Hibiscus opens with Hibiscus. The heart brings Mango. It dries down to Vanilla Orchid.
How long does Hibiscus last, and how strong is it?
Hibiscus by Zara has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Hibiscus?
It's best in fall and winter. It suits casual, evening, and date.
What layers well with Hibiscus?
Virgin Island Water by Creed is its strongest match (95% compatibility). Floral and fresh scents naturally complement each other, and they share hibiscus. Apply Hibiscus first as your base layer. Its floral character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Virgin Island Water on top for fresh lift. Start with 2 sprays Hibiscus : 2 sprays Virgin Island Water.
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