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The house of Zara gifted the world with Agate Black in 2020. A masculine fragrance belonging to the leather and musk families. A fragrance from the Shades Of Black collection, in eau de toilette.
Behind this fragrance stands Spain and its rich perfumery heritage. Agate Black Zara unfolds gradually, effortlessly, and with great refinement — a perfect choice for day or evening.
The fragrance is very long-lasting, staying on the skin for 12 hours or more, gradually revealing its notes
The scent will linger in the air even after its wearer has left.
The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image
A light and elegant fragrance with harmonious richness—the perfect balance between the depth of eau de parfum and the freshness of cologne
Fragrances for spring and summer unfold with light citrus notes, floral and fruity accords, filling the composition with freshness, airiness, and a feeling of carefree lightness on warm days
The note pyramid of Agate Black unfolds as a continuous scent journey, where notes flow without rush and without gaps. The style of Zara is clear from the opening to the final trail. Nothing here feels random, and the fragrance holds its character from opening to trail. Eau de toilette emphasizes the right density and pace of development.
As soon as the fragrance opens you sense radiant lemon-bergamot first note: Bergamot. Exactly this 1 note forms a burst of citrus freshness that is impossible to miss.
At the core of development you sense musk holding a delicate velvety direction. At drydown level the line is anchored through Leather accord, extending a deep leather trail.
The accord architecture is driven by these accords: Citrus, Musc and Leather with each one in a clear role. The gender direction is masculine, which sharpens how the fragrance is perceived.
From the group perspective the composition is built around Citrus, Musk and Leather. From a family perspective the composition sits in Leather and Musk.
In summary Agate Black sounds complete from start to finish — the first stage creates momentum, the central phase adds depth, while the drydown anchors the memory. This is the type of composition best understood through real development.
| Gender | Male |
| Brand | Zara |
| Segment | Massmarket perfumery |
| Country | Spain |
| Website | http://www.zara.es |
| Year of production | 2020 |
| Status | Produced |
| Concentration | Eau de toilette |
| License holder | Inditex |
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