Zahira by Bvlgari

Best Zahira by Bvlgari Alternatives & Similar Perfumes

Zahira by Bvlgari is an oriental floral fragrance defined by warm cinnamon, rich ylang-ylang, and a resinous benzoin base. Its spicy and floral facets blend into a smooth, slightly sweet oriental character. Those interested in Zahira should focus on the interplay between cinnamon’s warmth, the creamy floral touch of ylang-ylang, and the balsamic depth of benzoin to find perfumes with a similar aromatic profile.

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Amygdala

Amygdala by Mendittorosa £430.00

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  • Key notes:
  • cinnamon
  • coffee
  • incense
  • labdanum
  • leather
  • ylang-ylang
  • Tags:
  • #beast
  • #sweet
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral
  • leather
  • woody

A fragrant and floral dedication to emotions and the intricate patterns that shape and run through the structure of our brains. Liquid joy prepared with balsamic labdanum, leathery orange blossom and violet leaf absolutes and a drop of fruity coffee nuance.


Perfumer: Luca Maffei

Strength: 35% extrait de parfum

The origin of some materials in the formula:

pink pepper -> South America

arabica coffee -> South America

cinnamon -> Sri Lanka

galbanum -> Iran

jasmine sambac -> India

violet leaf absolute -> Egypt

orange blossom absolute -> Tunisia

Ylang Ylang -> Madagascar

guaiac -> Paraguay

Vetiver -> Haiti

Labdanum -> Spain

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Lovely Problem

Lovely Problem by Space Fluid £190.00

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  • Key notes:
  • beeswax
  • cinnamon
  • leather
  • patchouli
  • sandalwood
  • smoke
  • vanilla
  • ylang-ylang
  • Tags:
  • #fresh
  • #smoky
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral
  • leather

A pile-up of contrasts: cinnamon along with tropical florals frangipani and ylang ylang, against the earthy bitterness of artichoke and leather. This almost-gingerbread, almost-cement perfume confuses the senses with its animal/vegetable/mineral mystery.

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Tabac Rouge

Tabac Rouge by Phaedon Paris £130.00

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  • Key notes:
  • benzoin
  • cinnamon
  • ginger
  • tobacco
  • Tags:
  • #sexy
  • Aromagroups:
  • spicy
  • woody

Inspired by an Art Deco skyscraper and the paintings of Tamara de Lempicka, Tabac Rouge is a striking androgynous fragrance, conjuring up curling tendrils of incense and tobacco smoke. Turkish tobacco absolute is warmed by ginger and cinnamon, with a luxuriant hint of honey. Tabac Rouge dries down to a lush base of Siam benzoin and musk. 

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303 Marbre Rouge (Red Marble)

303 Marbre Rouge (Red Marble) by Bon Parfumeur £175.00

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  • Key notes:
  • amber
  • benzoin
  • chilli
  • incense
  • pink pepper
  • tolu balm
  • vetiver
  • ylang-ylang
  • Tags:
  • #beast
  • #sexy
  • Aromagroups:
  • spicy

The fusion of the Taj Mahal's cold marble and its surrounding garden. Marbre Rouge brings the flowers inside the palace walls.  Initially spicy, the fragrance warms up around cardamom before revealing its ylang-ylang heart. The amber notes of benzoin and Tolu balsam leave intensely sensual scents on the skin.

Perfumer: Sidonie Lancesseur

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Ambré Lumière 2023

Ambré Lumière 2023 by Molinard £145.00

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  • Key notes:
  • amber
  • benzoin
  • lemon
  • patchouli
  • tolu balm
  • ylang-ylang
  • Tags:
  • #powdery
  • #sexy
  • Aromagroups:
  • vintage/old school
  • woody

"This is Molinard’s 2023 re-issue of their iconic amber fragrance. This new format includes 90ml spray bottle and a 7.5ml roll-on.

Ambre Lumiere is retro amber with a hint of a patisserie counter deliciousness. This curious nuance comes from tolu which brings it's unique roast coffee aroma to the composition. This is combined with a special variety of chocolaty patchouli, sweet vanillic benzoin and creamy honeyed ylang-ylang."

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Jasmin & Ylang

Jasmin & Ylang by 100BON £35.00

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  • Key notes:
  • benzoin
  • frangipani
  • jasmine
  • vanilla
  • ylang-ylang
  • Tags:
  • #sexy
  • #sweet
  • Aromagroups:
  • floral

A sweet fragrance with floral and balsamic notes that comforts, transports and illuminates. Its exceptional bouquet envelops us in softness and transports us to an eternal summer.

Perfumer: Serge de Oliveira

"I wanted to imagine the quintessence of floral elegance. This precious flower opens with a radiant freshness, before revealing a smooth and delicate heart. Over the hours, the note becomes comforting and enveloping, an invitation to savor each moment of calm before the world comes alive."

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Orson

Orson by Carine Roitfeld £190.00

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  • Key notes:
  • amber
  • benzoin
  • incense
  • ylang-ylang
  • Tags:
  • #animalic
  • Aromagroups:
  • edible
  • floral

Leaning against the rooftop railing of your walk-up, the timid light of the studio opposite lit up our faces. Your coat draped over my shoulders, your floriental fragrance enveloping my thoughts, together we watched them – the young artist and his colorful canvas.

A fragrance of unwavering sensuality. The sensuality of the petals of hawthorn flowers, the very generous tuberose absolute and ylang ylang are illuminated by peppers. The powerful presence of sandalwood, benzoin laos, opoponax and venezuelan tonka bean root the ethereal petals in the earth.

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401 Prune Velours

401 Prune Velours by Bon Parfumeur £60.00

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  • Key notes:
  • cinnamon
  • elemi
  • sandalwood
  • Aromagroups:
  • edible
  • woody

A boozy, sparkling amber in a company of sandalwood and delectable dry fruits.

Bon Parfumeur open olfactive dimensions and invite you to add your own story. Try 401 if you like iridescent voluminous ambers hinting at ambergris, candied fruit nuances and sweet boozy sandal.

Perfumer: Nathalie Koobus

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971

971 by Maysson £140.00

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  • Key notes:
  • cherry
  • cinnamon
  • honey
  • Aromagroups:
  • fruity
  • woody

971 is the international phone code for the United Arab Emirates, a shorthand for the heritage and spirit of the UAE. The inspiration for 971 comes directly from traditions of the homeland: dates, a symbol of Emirati hospitality and abundance; honey, reflecting sweetness and generosity; and cinnamon, adding warmth and spice reminiscent of local flavors. Bold, yet comforting.

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Alambar

Alambar by Laboratorio Olfattivo £105.00

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  • Key notes:
  • amber
  • bergamot
  • cinnamon
  • cocoa
  • Tags:
  • #beast
  • #sexy
  • Aromagroups:
  • woody

Perfumer: Enrico Buccella

A tribute to an icon and its amber-scented world – amber, ambar, alambre, ambra, ambrum, ambarum, Alambar. Built around a spiced cinnamon and honeyed vanilla heart of sublime quality, subtle tones have been amplified. Shimmering and slightly peppered bergamot reveals the full spectrum of the amber’s gourmand, floral, leathery and spicy notes. Its woody character is reinforced by addictive cocoa and the enveloping layers bring a warm mystical aura.

About Zahira by Bvlgari

How does Zahira differ from these similar perfumes?
Zahira balances cinnamon, ylang-ylang, and benzoin to create a smooth oriental floral scent with moderate sweetness and warmth. Many similar perfumes add smoky, leathery, or animalic ingredients, or shift towards fruitiness or powderiness, giving them distinct characters beyond Zahira’s core notes.
What are the key notes that define Zahira’s scent profile?
Zahira is defined by cinnamon’s spicy warmth, the creamy floral aroma of ylang-ylang, and benzoin’s sweet, balsamic resinous quality. These combine to produce its signature oriental floral character.
Are these fragrances suitable for all seasons like Zahira?
Most of these fragrances lean towards warmth and spice, making them more suitable for cooler months or evening wear. However, those with fresh or powdery elements, such as Lovely Problem or Ambré Lumière 2023, may be more versatile across seasons.