Seoul Absolute by Zara
Men Women 2022
Description
Seoul Absolute by Zara is an olfactory fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2022, this composition features pineapple, cardamom, and lemon (sour lime) in the top notes; lavender, orange blossom, and apple in the heart; and vanilla and benzoin in the base.
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In the collection
Leading answer I own it
197 votes
What do you think?
Leading answer Love it
68 votes
Season
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117 votes
Time of day
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61 votes
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About Seoul Absolute
Seoul Absolute by Zara is an olfactory fragrance for men and women. Launched in 2022, this composition features pineapple, cardamom, and lemon (sour lime) in the top notes; lavender, orange blossom, and apple in the heart; and vanilla and benzoin in the base.
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Longevity
Leading answer Moderate
54 votes
Sillage
Leading answer Moderate
54 votes
Character
Leading answer Leans masculine
55 votes
Value perception
Leading answer Excellent value
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4 reviews
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At first, I thought it was the original Seoul, but over time it becomes clear it’s a beast of its own: sweeter and more potent. It doesn’t smell like Le Beau or Invictus Victory Elixir; this is powered-up Seoul, unmistakable. Its pineapple note is different from Le Beau’s, and even though Victory Elixir is sweet, it doesn’t match this one. It’s a shame they’re no longer selling it; it surpasses the original in every way. I’m sure they’ll bring it back as a limited edition.
This flanker is the furthest from the original Seoul and the Invictus DNA: the true winter Seoul. It’s much sweeter, warmer, night-time, and long-lasting. What doesn’t quite work for me is the dry-down: after hours, only strong vanilla and amber notes remain (maybe my nose isn’t used to that), but it’s still great value for money.
Unlike the previous one (every nose is different), here the Invictus DNA barely shows. It reminds me more of a synthetic, fruity Le Beau: you get more pineapple and apple than coconut, but in the same vein. That fruit combined with spiced cardamom and sweet vanilla makes it perfect for going out. It’s youthful, and the longevity surprised me for the better.
It has the Invictus spirit but is more tropical and sweetly fruity. It opens citrusy, then quickly that pineapple and apple appear, lasting through most of the fragrance’s life before sweetening up without being cloying. I like it for any season. Ten sprays last 8-9 hours; I thought less, but when I picked up my partner after work, she asked what the car smelled like. Strong projection at first, then it settles. A nice modern twist on the original Invictus, rich, though it does feel a bit synthetic.