Majestic Opulence

Majestic Opulence, Maestosa Opulenza, Majestätische Opulenz, Majestuosa Opulecia, Opulence Majestueuse, Μεγαλοπρεπής χλιδή... Each idiom has two magnificent words for expressing the meaning. ZARA has given this perfume this name. Opulent means are rich in appearance, showing great wealth, abundance, and luxury. And here, we find the root of the iris flower abundant. If you don’t know what a powdery note is, guys, smell this fragrance, and the first thing that comes to your mind is “powdery”! It has a dusty and somewhat papery smell, which I imagine comes from cedar. The dusty accord that emerges from the first spray is dry, powdery, for a moment similar to the scent of lipstick. There is no doubt—lipstick is a powerful symbol of self-expression, celebrating the power of femininity - and the scent of lipstick only adds to its appeal. Special occasions come to mind, when as children we borrowed our mother's lipsticks and when you feel eager to reach into a handbag to pass some colour that lifts the spirit. So, if you're lacking a bit of courage, why not dress up in this fabulous lipstick-inspired scent? But this makeup effect does not last long because soon after, a woody facet rich in cedar shavings joins to create a darker and deeper note. Ah, what would I give for this nuance to last forever? I love the iris flower, in nature, and fragrances as alpha-methyl ionone. That sense of dry and clean, of baby powder, and combined with cedarwood creates something unique. It is not a secret that I am fond of "L'Homme | Prada", "Dior Homme Original (2011) (Eau de Toilette) | Dior", "Ferré for Men (Eau de Toilette) | Gianfranco Ferré", "Frescaessenza | L'Erbolario", and "Santal 33 (Eau de Parfum) | Le Labo", to mention a few. Majestic Opulence in an Asian-inspired Eau de parfum, and like "Golden Decade | Zara", it turns around the honeyed orange blossoms. It was my second choice in the ZARA Chapter 3 collection while quickly checking the new collection in the store. It opens in a curious composition of exuberant freshness, fruitiness, and powderiness. It opens with a chalky, almost waxy raspberry note that is very reminiscent of lipstick, and I found it just spicy enough to make my mouth water without being cloying. Yes, there is fleeting bergamot, but there is also a bite dust base. It is dry, papery, sour, and powdery altogether. It then slowly warms up on the skin and becomes a lovely, sophisticated and slightly sweet scent, vanilla-sweet powdery iris note with an undertone of orange blossom and raspberries—such a wonderful scent. I love the orange blossom note used here as in the Gaultier fragrances, so well done and distinctive. But that is not the only flower used here; some rosy, akin to rose petals or geranium leaves, oozes from the heart. The dry-down is not musky. Instead, it is floral vanilla with a sweetness seeping through. Vanilla and iris flower reflects sublime femininity touched by these oriental notes. The vanilla base is there, but it's not overwhelming and helps anchor the sharpness of the initial spritz. Nevertheless, I found the scent almost genderless, with both feminine and masculine facets. Despite the sweetness, it never goes into cloying territory. That orris buttery vibe sets the right mood for the final smoked vanilla, used here in its amber, authentic, and warm way, with fruity and burnt nuances reminiscent of crème brûlée. Gentle and comfortable, a fantastic choice for everyday use. I see it as an inoffensive sweet scent suitable for office and leisure—average longevity versus a moderate projection, something more intimate not filling the room. I would reach for it during the middle seasons; spring and fall days match with it perfectly. Finally, let me say that although certainly the color of the bottle and the notes may suggest that it is a very feminine perfume, I see it perfectly wearable for a man. Of course, knowing that you are wearing a perfume that is on the borderline. But for those men who love fragrances like "Dior Homme Original (2011) (Eau de Toilette) | Dior" or "Gentleman Givenchy (Eau de Parfum) | Givenchy" I encourage you to try it. I based the review on an 80ml bottle I have owned since September 2021.

Majestic Opulence, Maestosa Opulenza, Majestätische Opulenz, Majestuosa Opulecia, Opulence Majestueuse, Μεγαλοπρεπής χλιδή... Each idiom has two magnificent words for expressing the meaning. ZARA has given this perfume this name. Opulent means are rich in appearance, showing great wealth, abundance, and luxury. And here, we find the root of the iris flower abundant. If you don’t know what a powdery note is, guys, smell this fragrance, and the first thing that comes to your mind is “powdery”! It has a dusty and somewhat papery smell, which I imagine comes from cedar. The dusty accord that emerges from the first spray is dry, powdery, for a moment similar to the scent of lipstick. But this makeup effect does not last long because soon after, a woody facet rich in cedar shavings joins to create a darker and deeper note. Ah, what would I give for this nuance to last forever? I love the iris flower, in nature, and fragrances as alpha-methyl ionone. That sense of dry and clean, of baby powder, and combined with cedarwood creates something unique. It is not a secret that I am fond of L'Homme, Dior Homme Original (2011) EAU DE TOILETTE, Ferré for Men EAU DE TOILETTE, Frescaessenza, and Santal 33 EAU DE PARFUM, to mention a few. Majestic Opulence in an Asian-inspired Eau de parfum, and like Golden Decade, it turns around the honeyed orange blossoms. It was my second choice in the ZARA Chapter 3 collection while quickly checking the new collection in the store. It opens in a curious composition of exuberant freshness, fruitiness, and powderiness. Yes, there is fleeting bergamot, but there is also a bite dust base. It is dry, papery, sour, and powdery altogether. It then slowly warms up on the skin and becomes a lovely, vanilla-sweet powdery iris with an undertone of orange blossom and raspberries—such a wonderful scent. I love the orange blossom note used here as in the Gaultier fragrances, so well done and distinctive. But that is not the only flower used here; some rosy, akin to rose petals or geranium leaves, oozes from the heart. The dry-down is not musky. Instead, it is floral vanilla with a sweetness seeping through. Vanilla and iris flower reflects sublime femininity touched by these oriental notes. Nevertheless, I found the scent almost genderless, with both feminine and masculine facets. Despite the sweetness, it never goes into cloying territory. That orris buttery vibe sets the right mood for the final smoked vanilla, used here in its amber, authentic, and warm way, with fruity and burnt nuances reminiscent of crème brûlée. Gentle and comfortable, a fantastic choice for everyday use. I see it as an inoffensive sweet scent suitable for office and leisure—average longevity versus a moderate projection, something more intimate not filling the room. I would reach for it during the middle seasons; spring and fall days match with it perfectly. I based the review on an 80ml bottle I have owned since September 2021.

This just arrived at the door this morning and I had to test it right away. It’s sooo good! I instantly opened my Zara app and added another to my cart because I know I’ll cry if zara stops selling it and I can’t purchase this anymore in the near future. It’s a warm sweet, sexy, and powdery scent. Perfect for this mild fall weather when there’s a little chill in the air. It does give off some LVEB comparisons but it doesn’t smell exactly like it, if that makes sense. It has that kind of sweet, powdery vibe but it has its own unique scent. I am in love with this!! It’s too early to say how long it lasts but I’ll update my review after wearing it out today. This is everything I expected and more! I almost didn’t want to write a review because i don’t want it to sell out 😂 Edit to say it lasts pretty long! I went out for the day and came home and it was still going strong on my clothes. It isn't the strongest scent out there, but for $29CAD it's pretty good. If you love super sweet scents this is great. I'm buying another!

I don’t know where to start! This is my favorite parfum out of Zara. The pepper here is so strong and it gets more delicate with time, the vanilla is slowly revealing itself after 2min and it is simply intoxicating! The vanilla in this perfume is special, smells expensive than any vanilla note I have ever smelled. And gives this perfume a sexy gourmand touch. I had La vie est belle and it was my signature perfume when I was a teenager I also tried the ‘Intensement’ version. I know the whole LVEB line! and trust me Majestic Opulence is different, it’s less sweet and more sharp which gives it more character. They have similar DNA but it is not a dupe! A beauuuutiful and so far the best creation from Zara. The only negative thing about it is that the opening is a bit synthetic. The pepper although it’s ‘pink’ can suffocate you if you over spray. But after 10 min... You will smell Majestic!

This smells incredible and I'm so glad I gave it a chance. My advise would be to definitely give it a couple of minutes on the skin. Upon first spray, I got a very strong alcohol scent mixed with a sort of synthetic shampoo smell that really put me off. However, after leaving the house and letting the perfume dry down for about 5-10 minutes, omg, the true scent really came out! I kept wondering what that super pleasant smell following me around was, until I realized it me! I think I heard a YouTube reviewer describe this as a warm comforting scent like a hug from your mom and honestly, she was spot on. This made me think of my mom right away for some reason. It smells feminine, grown up ( but not too grown up) and so elegant. So so glad I got this one!