Navy Black

Navy Black by Zara is a fresh, citrus-driven fragrance with a distinct aromatic and woody drydown, evoking comparisons to Bleu de Chanel, Dior Sauvage, and Versace Dylan Blue. It opens with bright bergamot and grapefruit, delivering a crisp, clean burst reminiscent of classic blue scents. This initial phase is fleeting, fading into a drier, darker base dominated by vetiver and subtle patchouli, creating a two-toned character—fresh and aromatic on the surface, earthy and mineral in the drydown. While the blend lacks complexity and cohesion, with minimal mid-phase development, it presents a wearable, unobtrusive profile suitable for daily wear, especially in summer. Despite its pleasant opening and balanced composition, the fragrance’s performance is consistently weak. It projects moderately at first but quickly becomes intimate and nearly imperceptible within an hour. It rarely lasts beyond two hours, making it unsuitable for those seeking lasting presence, though it may suffice for brief use in gym or warm weather.