Wondering what Zara’s Golden Decade perfume is a dupe for? Well step right up, as here I’m sharing what you need to know about this seriously good perfume and the designer fragrance it smells similar to.

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ll know that many of Zara’s fragrances smell distinctly similar to some of the world’s biggest designer scents. So if you want to save money while smelling like Gucci, Dior, or YSL, stick with high street brand’s fragrance collection.

These delicious-smelling perfumes retail from just £8.99, with certain scents priced slightly higher at £12.99. But when you compare these prices with those of high-end fragrances, you’ll see just how much of a bargain these really are.

And as much as I’d love to be someone who splashes out hundreds on a bottle of perfume, I’d much rather save my pennies for my wardrobe. You can find such good perfume dupes these days, it makes you wonder whether expensive scents are actually worth it.

Zara’s Golden Decade is one of the Inditex brand’s most popular perfumes. With floral and vanilla notes, it’s a crowdpleaser. You can’t go wrong with vanilla, so if you’re shopping for a gift, it’s an easy choice.

But here, I’ll share more about what makes it so special. Let’s delve in. Next, read more about what Zara’s Applejuice and Gardenia perfumes are dupes for. And if you still want more, read our long list of Zara’s best perfume dupes.

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What is Zara’s Golden Decade perfume a dupe for?

Zara’s Golden Decade perfume is a dupe for YSL’s Libre Eau de Parfum. Both perfumes have similar notes of lavender, vanilla, orange blossom, jasmine and citrus, creating incredibly similar scents that smell absolutely divine. YSL’s Libre retails at £52 for the smallest bottle of 30ml, while Zara’s is a super cheap £12.99 for the same quantity. If you’re looking to save some pennies on your favourite perfume bottle, I definitely recommend checking it out.

The Original: Libre Intense Eau de Parfum, £54, YSL

Yves Saint Laurent Libre Eau de Parfum 30ml, now £54, LookFantastic buy now

YSL Libre is a floral perfume with notes of citrus and lavender, which work to create a feminine scent. Since launching in 2019, this fragrance has become a classic with a little help from their iconic TV advert featuring Dua Lipa. It’s an elegant and sophisticated scent, which goes some way to explaining its popularity but you don’t have to shell out over 50 quid to feel expensive as Zara’s Golden Decade is seriously similar.

Sizes and price range

30 ml (£52 at LookFantastic)
50 ml (£73.60 at LookFantastic)
90 ml (£100 at LookFantastic)

Scent

Top notes: Tangerine, Neroli and Lavender

Mid notes: Jasmine and Moroccan Orange Blossom

Base notes: Madagascan Vanilla and White Musks

The Dupe: Golden Decade, £12.99, Zara

Golden Decade 30ml, £12.99, Zara buy now

On the more affordable end of the spectrum, we’ve got Zara’s Golden Decade. This has such similar notes to YSL’s Libre, it’s not hard to see why the two have been routinely compared. If you’re wondering whether to invest in YSL, this is a good first step. If you love it, then you can invest in the real deal but I have a sneaking suspicion that after wearing Golden Decade for a few weeks, you won’t even want to.

Sizes and Price Range

30ml (£12.99 at Zara)

80 ml (£22.99 at Zara)

What are the scent notes for Zara Golden Decade?

Zara Golden Decade keeps things exciting! It opens with a refreshing splash of mandarin orange, then unfolds with elegant jasmine and lavender. Finally, a sweet and smooth vanilla note finishes it off. To simplify here are its notes:

Top notes: Mandarin Orange

Mid notes: Jasmine, Orange Blossom and Lavender

Base notes: Vanilla

Is Zara’s Golden Decade worth it?

As an avid fan of Zara’s perfumes, I can guarantee you that it is worth it. This is one of the best designer perfume dupes I’ve personally come across, making it absolutely worth its £12.99 price tag. If you need to try before you buy, which I always recommend, visit a Zara store and test it out. While it’s not expensive, you can’t order the perfume online, try it out then return it. Zara won’t accept returns on perfume that isn’t sent back in its original packaging, so be careful! Read more about Zara’s returns.

What does Zara Golden Decade Winter smell like?

Zara Golden Decade Winter is perfect for chilly nights. This warm and long-lasting fragrance is like a cozy hug. Think smoky incense, rich amber, and musky warmth with a hint of citrus and jasmine for a touch of intrigue.

Golden Decade Winter 100ml, £22.99, Zara

Golden Decade Winter 100ml, £22.99, Zara buy now

Vanilla, citrus, and floral magic Golden Decade Winter by Zara is basically bottled cozy vibes. Perfect for cooler days when your scent needs to match the season!