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Eau de parfum
Zimaya Oscar
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Zimaya Oscar — a spicy-woody character
Zimaya Oscar is a 2024 unisex eau de parfum from Zimaya, a fragrance brand from the UAE.
The composition belongs to the spicy and woody families and will appeal to those who enjoy expressive fragrances with a noticeable presence, a warm character and an impressive trail.
This release combines a fresh citrus opening, aromatic herbs, spices, sweetish caramel and deep woody-musky nuances.
Thanks to this contrast, Oscar comes across as modern and full-bodied, combining the energy of spices, a soft gourmand facet and a rich oriental base.
Development and mood
The composition opens bright and fresh: orange softens the spicy intensity of cardamom, while clary sage adds a dry aromatic nuance.
Cardamom is especially important here: it creates a cool spicy sensation and immediately gives the fragrance a composed, confident character.
At the heart, Oscar becomes warmer and denser.
Black pepper heightens the composition's temperament, caramel adds rounded sweetness, incense brings resinous depth, and tonka bean ties the spicy and gourmand nuances into a single accord.
As a result, the fragrance is not reduced to simple sweetness: its character remains layered and slightly smoky.
As it develops, cardamom, vetiver and musk come to the fore. Woody-earthy vetiver balances the softness of caramel, while musk creates a clean, long-lasting background.
The finish is warm, spicy and noticeable, with a distinctive depth that is clearly perceptible in the trail.
Longevity, sillage and wearability
Zimaya Oscar is described as a fragrance with very strong sillage, so it is best applied gradually.
For a first impression, 1–2 sprays on the skin are enough. After that, assess its intensity a few minutes later; on clothing, the fragrance may last longer and smell more pronounced than on skin.
The composition is especially suitable for cool weather, evenings, walks, dates or occasions when you want to leave a memorable fragrant impression.
Oscar can also be worn in warmer weather, but with a minimal application.
Its unisex positioning allows it to unfold differently: on some skin, spices and vetiver will stand out more strongly; on other skin, caramel, tonka and musk will take center stage.
Oscar's place in the Zimaya style
Oscar reflects Zimaya's character as a UAE brand that works with rich unisex, feminine and masculine compositions in eau de parfum, perfume and extrait formats.
In this fragrance, a distinctive oriental love of spices and lasting performance is combined with a more versatile, contemporary presentation.
In the Zimaya collection, Oscar stands out through the contrast between citrus freshness, peppery energy, caramel warmth and a woody base.
If you are interested in fragrances with a similarly rich mood, take a look at Les Liquides Imaginaires Fleuve Tendre, as well as The Spirit of Dubai Turath and Edgardio Chilini Silver Olibanum.
They will help you continue exploring deep, spicy and noticeable compositions.
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