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003: VOID BLOOM by Zara
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003: VOID BLOOM

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3.5261 votesUNISEX

Zara 003: VOID BLOOM is a minimalist floral woody musk built on metallic rose oxide and ginger green tea. Designed by perfumer Ane Ayo, it dries down to a clean moss and patchouli skin scent. This clean, modern fragrance is perfect for daytime wear in spring, offering a subtle office-safe scent bubble that lasts about five hours.

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LONGEVITY
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SILLAGE
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Strong
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LOVE / HATE
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PRICE VALUE
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Good value
29 votes
RR SCORE
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Building evidence
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Open Performance Breakdown 1 TAKE

It lasts around 5 hours on skin, projecting within arm's length for thirty minutes before becoming a quiet skin scent best suited for mild spring temperatures.

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Green Tea Ginger
MIDDLE
Rose Oxide Rose
BASE
Moss Patchouli Ambrox

A cold, green floral woody musk featuring top notes of green tea and ginger, a heart of metallic rose oxide, and a clean dry-down of moss, patchouli, and synthetic ambroxan.

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Rose
Floral
Green
Fresh
Mossy
Woody
Spicy
Synthetic
Earthy
Fresh Spicy
Patchouli

The green tea and metallic rose accords dominate early, giving way to a clean, dry moss and woody patchouli base that feels mineral rather than earthy on the skin.

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REVIEW SENTIMENT

75%positive
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Neutral1
Negative0

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It looks easiest to wear in fall and spring. The vote picture leans most toward daytime.

Pros & Cons

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WHY PEOPLE MAY LIKE IT

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Crisp green tea opening feels instantly refreshing.

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Metallic rose oxide note offers a modern, niche feel.

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Polite, intimate projection makes it safe for office wear.

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Clean, scrubbed patchouli base never gets heavy or dirty.

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Affordable price point makes it an easy daily reach.

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Unisex composition wears well on both men and women.

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Excellent choice for humid, rainy spring weather.

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Minimalist bottle design looks sleek on any dresser.

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Great option for layering over warm amber bases.

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Easy to wear casually with simple daytime outfits.

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High 25% fragrance concentration designed to linger on the skin.

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Formulated by Firmenich perfumer Ane Ayo.

WHAT TO WATCH OUT FOR

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Longevity is limited to about 5 hours on skin.

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Sillage is very intimate and does not leave a trail.

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Metallic rose oxide note can smell synthetic to some.

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Lacks the warmth required for cold winter days.

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No sweetness, which may disappoint gourmand fans.

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Requires generous spraying to remain noticeable.

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Can feel a bit thin or linear during the dry-down.

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Not suited for formal, elegant evening occasions.

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Ginger note fades very quickly after the initial spray.

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Hard to find in stock at some local Zara boutiques.

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May perform differently on skin than it does on paper tests.

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The green tea note is heavily overshadowed by the rose and patchouli elements.

Fragranxe Review

EDITORIAL
“Zara 003: VOID BLOOM Review: A Cold, Modern Rose”

003: VOID BLOOM opens with a bracing, icy splash of green tea and fresh ginger. The opening is clean and peppery, missing the sugary sweetness found in typical designer launches. It feels like stepping into a cold, mist-covered greenhouse early in the morning. The ginger adds a subtle, dry warmth that prevents the tea note from feeling too soapy on your skin.

Within twenty minutes, the heart notes take over as the metallic shimmer of rose oxide emerges. This is not a classic, powdery red rose from a florist. It is a cold, laboratory-grown rose stem, smelling green, slightly sour, and mineral. The rose accord behaves like wet granite mixed with crushed leaves, creating a cool, futuristic floral profile.

As it dries down, the composition settles onto a clean bed of moss and patchouli. The patchouli here is heavily scrubbed, stripped of its usual dark, bohemian dirtiness. Combined with ambroxan, the base feels dry and woody. It hugs the skin closely, mimicking the natural scent of warm skin after a walk through a damp forest.

The performance is the main talking point among those who wear it. Despite its reported high concentration, the fragrance stays very close to the skin, lasting roughly 5 hours. It never builds a room-filling cloud. Instead, it creates a personal scent bubble that makes it an excellent candidate for hot, humid spring days when heavy perfumes feel suffocating.

This is a unisex fragrance that will appeal to lovers of minimalist, green, and woody scents. It is too cold and metallic for those who prefer warm, sweet gourmands. If you like your florals to feel clean, abstract, and slightly industrial, this bottle offers a unique option.

While the low projection might disappoint those looking for a signature trail, the fragrance succeeds as an easy, everyday skin scent. It is a quiet, refreshing release that performs beautifully in casual, daytime settings.

FRAGRANXE EDITORIAL

FAQs

What does Zara 003: VOID BLOOM smell like?+

This scent opens with a bright burst of green tea and fresh ginger. It quickly transitions into a metallic, clean rose note, which then settles onto a base of moss, clean patchouli, and synthetic ambroxan. It smells like a damp, icy garden after a spring rain, leaning heavily on modern, synthetic green notes rather than sweet florals.

How does the opening of 003: VOID BLOOM compare to the dry-down?+

The opening is sharp, cooling, and peppery from the ginger and green tea notes. As the hours pass, the sharp herbal edge softens, leaving a quiet, mineral skin scent dominated by clean patchouli, rose oxide, and moss. The initial fizz transitions into a calm, earthy hum.

How long does 003: VOID BLOOM last on skin?+

You can expect around 5 hours of wear on your skin. Even with its reported 25 percent oil concentration, it behaves more like a light Eau de Toilette. It clings to clothing slightly longer, but you will likely need to reapply if you want it to last through an entire workday.

What is the sillage and projection of this fragrance?+

The projection is intimate and stays close to the skin after the first thirty minutes. It creates a subtle, clean bubble around you rather than a trailing cloud. This makes it a polite choice for enclosed office spaces or warm afternoon commutes.

Which season is best suited for 003: VOID BLOOM?+

Spring and autumn are the ideal seasons for this fragrance. The damp moss and cool rose oxide notes complement temperatures between 50 and 70 degrees Fahrenheit. It can feel a bit too thin in freezing winter air, while high summer heat can turn the metallic rose sharp.

For what occasions should I wear 003: VOID BLOOM?+

This is a casual, daytime fragrance. It fits relaxed weekend mornings, grocery runs, office environments, or gym sessions. Because it stays close to the skin and smells clean, it is unlikely to offend colleagues or clients in close quarters.

Does 003: VOID BLOOM lean masculine or feminine?+

It is a true unisex fragrance. The floral rose note is stripped of any traditional jammy sweetness, while the green tea, ginger, and earthy patchouli notes keep it neutral. Anyone who appreciates clean, herbal, and woody aromas can easily wear it.

Who is the ideal audience for this Zara perfume?+

It suits enthusiasts who appreciate modern, minimalist, and slightly futuristic green scents. If you like the clean, molecular aesthetic of brands like Escentric Molecules or Comme des Garcons but want a budget-friendly option, this fits your style.

Can I layer 003: VOID BLOOM with other fragrances?+

Yes, its simple structure makes it a great layering base. Try spraying it over a heavy amber or warm vanilla fragrance to cut the sweetness and add a fresh, leafy green contrast. It also pairs well with simple citrus colognes.

Are there any obvious dupes or similar perfumes to this scent?+

It shares a similar clean, metallic rose and patchouli vibe with Le Labo Baie 19 and Jo Malone Forest Moss. While not a direct clone, it captures that same wet, mineral, earthy garden feeling at a much lower price point.

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Overall#15,607
Top Rated#18,609
Most Reviewed#14,566
Best Longevity#10,368
Best Sillage#27,168
Price Value#5,865

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