by Zara
Zara Night Pour Homme II is a citrus-woody aromatic fragrance with prominent bergamot and lemon in the opening, followed by a subtle lavender midnote and a base of amber and cedar. It shares strong affinities with Paco Rabanne Invictus and its variants, particularly Invictus Aqua, with a fresh, slightly sweet profile that evokes a clean, aquatic-lavender-amber vibe. While the scent is well-balanced and pleasant on first application, it exhibits short longevity—mostly fading to a skin scent within an hour and becoming nearly undetectable by two hours. The sillage is moderate to intimate, making it suitable for daywear and warm weather. A few users find it reminiscent of other popular fragrances, including Bleu de Chanel, Armani Code Colonia, or Diesel Bad, though no definitive clone stands out as exact. The fragrance is not top-tier in performance, but the low price point gives it considerable value for budget seekers and fans of Invictus-inspired scents. It is unisex in tone, but leaning slightly masculine and widely liked among those seeking a lightweight, affordable alternative. Even with its short life, some users still appreciate the clean, confident presence and find it memorable enough to recommend.