Vetiver Pamplemousse by Zara
Brand: Zara
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
A woody citrus fragrance: citrus notes up top, mandarin and pink grapefruit at the heart, drying down to vetiver. Vibrant, fresh and sophisticated.
Is Vetiver Pamplemousse worth it?
How it smells: Opens with citrus notes, mandarin and pink grapefruit at the heart, then dries down to vetiver.
Scent Score: 61/100 (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 60, versatility 81, layerability 40 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: Spring, summer and fall, for casual days and the office. Layering: Best worn on its own. Leans: Feminine.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2019 · Women
Key accords: Citrus notes, Mandarin, Pink Grapefruit, Vetiver
Top Notes
- Citrus notes
Heart Notes
- Mandarin
- Pink Grapefruit
Base Notes
Occasions: Casual, Office, Date
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall
Fragrance overview
Vetiver Pamplemousse by Zara belongs to the woody fragrance family. A woody citrus fragrance: citrus notes up top, mandarin and pink grapefruit at the heart, drying down to vetiver. Vibrant, fresh and sophisticated. Vetiver Pamplemousse opens with Citrus notes. The heart brings Mandarin and Pink Grapefruit. It dries down to Vetiver.
How to wear Vetiver Pamplemousse
On skin, Vetiver Pamplemousse by Zara has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP 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 Obsession for Men by Calvin Klein. Apply Vetiver Pamplemousse first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Obsession for Men on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Vetiver Pamplemousse : 2 sprays Obsession for Men and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Vetiver Pamplemousse opens with Citrus notes.
The heart brings Mandarin and Pink Grapefruit.
It dries down to Vetiver.
What to layer with Vetiver Pamplemousse
Obsession for Men by Calvin Klein
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 mandarin and vetiver.
Order: Apply Vetiver Pamplemousse first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Obsession for Men on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Vetiver Pamplemousse : 2 sprays Obsession for Men
Obsession by Calvin Klein
Signature Worthy · 97/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share mandarin and vetiver.
Order: Apply Vetiver Pamplemousse first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Obsession on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Vetiver Pamplemousse : 2 sprays Obsession
Park Avenue by Bond No. 9
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 96/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver.
Order: Apply Vetiver Pamplemousse first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Park Avenue on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Vetiver Pamplemousse : 2 sprays Park Avenue
Amyris Femme Eau de Parfum by Maison Francis Kurkdjian
Signature Worthy · 96/99
Woody and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver.
Order: Apply Vetiver Pamplemousse first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Amyris Femme Eau de Parfum on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Vetiver Pamplemousse : 2 sprays Amyris Femme Eau de Parfum
Triumph of Bacchus by Argos
Signature Worthy · 96/99
Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share vetiver.
Order: Apply Vetiver Pamplemousse first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Triumph of Bacchus on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Vetiver Pamplemousse : 1 spray Triumph of Bacchus
Pairings to approach with care
Diaghilev by Roja Parfums
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 32/99
Diaghilev has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Diaghilev brings a chypre contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Vetiver Pamplemousse first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Diaghilev on top for chypre lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Vetiver Pamplemousse : 1 spray Diaghilev
Megamare by Orto Parisi
Not Recommended · 32/99
Megamare has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Megamare brings an aquatic contrast to this woody scent.
Order: Apply Vetiver Pamplemousse first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Megamare on top for aquatic lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Vetiver Pamplemousse : 1 spray Megamare
Related fragrances and why
- Vetiver Pamplemousse Elixir by Zara — Another version of Vetiver Pamplemousse from Zara.
- Obsession for Men by Calvin KleinBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include mandarin and vetiver.
- Obsession by Calvin Klein — Both include mandarin and vetiver.
- Park Avenue by Bond No. 9BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include vetiver.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Vetiver Pamplemousse?
Vetiver Pamplemousse opens with Citrus notes. The heart brings Mandarin and Pink Grapefruit. It dries down to Vetiver.
How long does Vetiver Pamplemousse last, and how strong is it?
Vetiver Pamplemousse by Zara has good longevity, moderate projection, an intensity of 6/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Vetiver Pamplemousse?
It's best in spring, summer, and fall. It suits casual, office, and date.
What layers well with Vetiver Pamplemousse?
Obsession for Men by Calvin Klein is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Woody and oriental scents naturally complement each other, and they share mandarin and vetiver. Apply Vetiver Pamplemousse first as your base layer. Its woody character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Obsession for Men on top for oriental lift. Start with 2 sprays Vetiver Pamplemousse : 2 sprays Obsession for Men.
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