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Shiseido · Sold as feminine
Zen Summer
A bustling farmers market on a sunny afternoon, where the bright colors of ripe fruits mingle with the delicate aromas of blooming flowers.
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Zen SummerMid-range · $40–100
48%Similar accords, often for lessZara Orchid 2017 · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 9 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2009, Zen Summer by Shiseido is a Floral Fruity fragrance for women that captures the essence of a vibrant summer day. The composition opens with bright citrus and fruity notes like grapefruit, Amalfi lemon, black currant, peach, and green apple, creating an effervescent freshness. As it settles, freesia, lotus, gardenia, rose, and lily-of-the-valley add a delicate floral touch, while raspberry provides a sweet contrast. The base notes of musk, Virginia cedar, and amber offer a warm and inviting finish.
Apply Zen Summer to pulse points for an immediate burst of freshness. The citrus and fruity notes are most prominent in the first hour, so reapply if you want that vibrant opening to last longer throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Zen Summer, Shiseido
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The Zen line
18 fragrances, compared side by side
Designer Shiseido
More from the house · founded 1872 · Japan
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The originalZen SummerShiseido · Mid-range · $40–100Zara · 2017Zara Orchid 2017Shares 6 of its 9 notesunder $40★ 4.03 (152)47%Match
Victoria's Secret · 2012Bombshell In LoveShares 5 of its 9 notesunder $40★ 3.97 (69)
With Shiseido Mizu No Ka 2011
Adds green, powdery and warm spicy; shares grapefruit and musk.
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What people
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Warmly received so far: loved by 41%, disliked or hated by 12%.