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Zara · Sold as feminine
Lightly Bloom 2018
The first day of spring, where the crisp air meets the delicate bloom of peonies and lotus.
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Lightly Bloom 2018Budget · under $40How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2018, Lightly Bloom 2018 by Zara is a floral fragrance that marries freshness with subtle musk and aquatic notes. The top note of lotus introduces a crisp, clean freshness, while the heart note of peony adds a delicate floral sweetness. This contrast creates an intriguing tension between lightness and depth, making it feel both airy and grounded. The base note of musk rounds out the composition with a gentle warmth that lingers softly on the skin.
This fragrance is best applied in light sprays — it's designed to stay close to the skin rather than projecting widely. The top note of lotus fades quickly, so reapply every few hours for a continuous effect. It reads better during cooler parts of the day when its freshness can shine through without overpowering.
Fig. 01 — Lightly Bloom 2018, Zara
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