What does it smell like?
The first thing you smell is black pepper and green apple. The heart brings black pepper and green apple. On the skin it settles into cedar and musk. Overall it smells oud and fresh spicy.
- Came out
- 2012
- Lasts
- 6 to 9 hours
- Best in
- fall
Zafar notes
Top notes
What you smell first
Heart notes
The main smell
Base notes
What stays on your skin
Smell profile
Main accords
How strong each part of the smell is
Best seasons and time of day
Xerjoff Zafar EDP in detail
Xerjoff is the house behind Zafar EDP. It comes as Eau de Parfum.
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Sillage and projection
Projection is strong: people around you will notice it. Two sprays are usually enough.
Zafar price per bottle size
The usual price in Europe is about €261. That puts it on the expensive side. It costs more than Montale Paris Oud Edition and Etat Libre d'Orange Nostos unisex.
Longevity on skin
It stays on skin for about 6 to 9 hours, so one spray in the morning can carry you through the day. As an Eau de Parfum, it has more perfume oil than an Eau de Toilette, which helps it last. Montale Paris Aoud Musk lasts longer, if that matters to you. Base notes like cedar and musk are the part that stays longest on the skin.
Which weather suits Zafar
The best time of year to wear it is fall. It is less suited to summer. Ranked by season: fall, winter, spring and summer.
For work or for evenings
It works better at night than in the day, so it is a good pick for evenings, dinners and going out. Its oud side feels cosy and rich after dark.
If you like Zafar, try these
Similar picks to try: Montale Paris Oud Edition (7 shared notes), Montale Paris Aoud Musk (5 shared notes), Etat Libre d'Orange Nostos unisex (5 shared notes) and St Dupont Royal Amber (4 shared notes). For a cheaper option, Montale Paris Aoud Musk starts from €106.
More questions
When did Zafar come out?
It came out in 2012.
Is Zafar unisex?
Yes, it is made for both men and women.
Who would like it?
People who enjoy oud and fresh spicy smells.