This Zara perfume is an affordable dupe of Santal 33
The perfumes of Skins are really my favorite. I love Skins at least as much as anyone else and always have a new one on my wish list. Unfortunately, most niche perfumes cost at least 250 euros for a bottle, which can add up significantly. Fortunately, Zara has now released a dupe for one of the most famous niche scents, namely Santal 33 by Le Labo.
Why is Santal 33 by Le Labo so popular?
This perfume is a unisex scent that smells warm, woody, and spicy, with notes of sandalwood, cedarwood, leather, and cardamom. The perfume has been a true cult favorite for years and has grown into one of the most recognizable scents in the niche perfume world. Especially after various celebrities, including Alexa Chung, Justin Bieber, Brad Pitt, and Sophie Turner, named the scent as their favorite, Santal 33 gained an even greater cult status.
Did you know that Santal 33 started as a candle?
By the way, did you know that Santal 33 was originally not intended as a perfume at all? The scent started as a candle, Santal 26, and was later also sold as a room spray. The scent became so popular that people even started wearing it on their skin. Eventually, Le Labo decided to develop the scent into a perfume, after which Santal 33 was released in 2011.
What is Zara's dupe of Santal 33?
The Zara dupe is called Energetically New York and was created by Jo Malone, also known for her own brand. The similarity between the two scents was immediately noticed by perfume lovers. Just like Santal 33, the top note is cardamom and the perfume has a woody and spicy character.
How much does Energetically New York from Zara cost?
For the Zara Eau de Parfum, you pay €17.95 for 30 ml and €35.95 for 100 ml. The 100 ml of Le Labo costs €305, which is quite a difference.
Is this Zara dupe of Santal 33 worth trying?
Have you been hesitating for a while about purchasing the original Santal 33? Then Energetically New York might be a good way to try the scent a bit longer first. This way, you can discover whether the perfume really suits you, without having to dig deep into your pockets right away. I will definitely go to Zara soon to see if this dupe is really worth the hype.
