Petale d'Ambre
“Petale d'Ambre by Zara is a fragrance for women”
The Quick Read
Respected, if divisive — a patchouli, fresh spicy composition with a woody undertone. Voted best for spring and fall wear, leaning feminine.
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Petale d'Ambre by Zara, launched in 2023 and crafted by the renowned perfumer Jo Malone, is a composition that seamlessly blends fresh citrus with woody warmth. The fragrance opens with vibrant notes of bergamot and lemon, which immediately set a bright and invigorating tone. As it evolves, lavender and lily-of-the-valley bring a soft floral touch, while nutmeg and patchouli add depth and complexity. The base notes of labdanum, ambergris, and cashmere wood create a warm, enveloping embrace that lasts throughout the day.
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Application Tips
For best results, apply Petale d'Ambre to pulse points. The citrus top notes are bright but fleeting, so allowing it time to develop into its woody base will reveal its full character. This fragrance is best worn in cooler weather when the warmth of its base notes can be fully appreciated.
Jo Malone
Founding perfumer · 94 fragrances · b. 1963 · British
“I couldn't afford to go to perfumery school. So I taught myself. Sometimes not knowing the rules is the greatest advantage.”
Jo Malone is a self-taught perfumer and entrepreneur who fundamentally changed how people think about wearing fragrance. With no formal training — she learned by mixing bath oils in her kitchen — she built Jo Malone London into a global luxury brand defined by its elegant simplicity and innovative layering concept. Her fragrances, including Lime Basil & Mandarin and English Pear & Freesia, are designed to be combined, creating a personal scent wardrobe rather than a single signature. After selling her brand to Estée Lauder, she returned to perfumery with Jo Loves, proving that her creative vision remains as vital as ever.
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The story behind the bottle.
The crisp scent of freshly picked lemons meets the soft floral notes in an intimate living room, where the warm glow of a fireplace adds comfort and coziness.
Fig. 01 — Petale d'Ambre, Zara
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