Sunrise on the Red Sand Dunes 2023 Eau de Parfum

Sunrise on the Red Sand Dunes (Eau de Parfum) by Zara
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Ranked 46 in Men's Perfume
8.1 / 10 1703 Ratings
A new perfume by Zara for men, released in 2023. The scent is fresh-citrusy. It is still in production.
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Main accords

Fresh
Citrus
Fruity
Sweet
Synthetic

Fragrance Notes

BergamotBergamot Mandarin orangeMandarin orange AmberAmber BlackcurrantBlackcurrant GingerGinger Orange blossomOrange blossom Tonka beanTonka bean

Perfumer

Ratings
Scent
8.11703 Ratings
Longevity
6.61641 Ratings
Sillage
6.51626 Ratings
Bottle
6.81592 Ratings
Value for money
9.31578 Ratings
Submitted by Elysium, last update on 25.04.2024.

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Noneya

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Noneya
Noneya
Top Review 8  
This ain't nothin' but a summer jam. Bronze skin and cinnamon tans... Chapeau Zara!
TL;DR: Lives up to the hype. Spray count determines the shelf life. Fruity, bergamot/tangerine tea with a summery vibe. Blindbuy worthy!

I have to admit, I was very skeptical at the beginning. And that's putting it very mildly, considering that I tried it a total of 3 times before I decided to buy it.

So simple, so neutral, so easy to knit. Almost like a white pair of Jordans. Or a pair of canvas shoes? I don't know which analogy is more apt. But the target group is likely to be the same in any case. Wearers who don't take themselves too seriously, are calm and relaxed and simply radiate a positive charm.

But which analogy is it? The Jordans or the canvas shoes?
Rather the latter, as this fragrance has more of a summer vibe for me. Literally like the sun rising on the red sand dunes, this fragrance opens with sweet bergamot and mandarin.

Wonderfully fresh, not too citrusy and hardly synthetic! Well done. But who wants such a simple fragrance? This is where my skepticism comes into play.

The first time I smelled it from the spray head in the store, I put it back and wondered how anyone would want to smell it while I was surrounded by a veil of Nefs. The second time, I went back to the store and this time sprayed it on the back of my hand and didn't put on any perfume for the day. The wonderful opening, but I thought to myself: And now? That's it? So I left it on the shelf and continued my shopping. During the whole shopping trip - 40 minutes - a wisp of a very familiar scent came up again and again: Imagination, but in this case it was only Sunrise on the Red Sand Dunes Eau de Parfum. "What's happening here? Do I like it after all?" I kept thinking to myself until I persuaded myself to pay the low price and just wear it properly.

No sooner said than done, so on the way to my car I did my spray routine for Freshies: 12 PFFFFTSSSss spread over my shoulders, elbows, neck and the back of my hand.

I literally liked it more and more every minute, with more and more floral and creamy notes every hour. I can't quite put my finger on it, but the fragrance does indeed have a very mild, fresh green tea vibe, even though it's not listed.

Very similar to a mild Earl Grey tea without any musty or dark nuances - a really pleasant progression and a great vibe that this fragrance conveys so effortlessly, simply and accurately. Just as smoothly as it flows, I could imagine that it might be too simple for some connoisseurs, but for my part, after +100 fragrances that I have personally tested in the meantime, I like this one very much and I like a lot of it, because it has nothing penetrating and intrusive but smoothly and relaxedly takes up the small or large space around you, depending on how much you apply ;)

This fragrance is NOT a 1:1 copy of the 10x more expensive model, but the vibe and that is clearly what this fragrance knows how to imitate is the same and that is what makes it so pleasant for me.
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Essay78

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Essay78
Essay78
Helpful Review 10  
I don't care a sh*t about dupe or non-dupe
Short, clear and no artificial verbiage:
A great, sophisticated, modern fragrance in a 100ml bottle for the price of 2 spaghetti sundaes in the summer of 2023 in the big city. Fresh, fruity with a no-headache warmth at the same time. Absolutely unisex - I use it as a woman. And I like to use it often and, given the price, without an internal "ouch". Period.
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Elysium

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Elysium
Elysium
Very helpful Review 12  
No Two Sunrises Are The Same
Saudi Arabia is a land of many wonders, and the red sand desert is one of the most captivating natural landscapes that will enchant visitors. Northeastern Riyadh's vast expanse of red sand dunes is a breathtaking, almost surreal sight. Even if I've never been there, the images on the web leave me speechless. The reddish hue of the sand creates a picturesque view that looks like a painting of the most fantastic desert landscape you can ever imagine. There's little to see if you're looking for breathtaking scenery, but the vast desert you see around you as you drive to the area might evoke immense happiness that's better felt than understood. Red Sand has become a popular weekend destination among Saudis and desert-loving ex-pats. Some locals go to Red Sand from time to time to escape the noise of the city. As the name suggests, the sand is red. No two sunrises are the same, especially watching the sun rise over the red sand dunes.

After this brief heavenly description, I want to tell you what emotions Sunrise On The Red Sand Dunes gives me. Among the four items of the Series N° 02 collection, this is the most citrus, fresh, and slightly floral. It starts with a citrus blast, solid and harsh, which slowly turns into something creamy, sweet, and velvety. If you smell it immediately, too close, it's aggressive. Don't let the initial extreme citric bomb made of tangerine and bergamot peel affect your judgment, as the scent gradually subsides to reveal creamy, soapy, musky, and ambery facets that you wouldn't expect. It is a modern barbershop with a gourmand touch. The bergamot smells like Earl Grey tea, creamy and zesty. There is a nuance of lemony herbs like lemongrass and citronella leaves. The opening is smooth and clean, like a gust of fresh morning air. Maybe it's nostalgia, but this opening smells like a morning in Tuscany. It reminds me so much of a beautiful bar of Atkinson soap, the yellow Golden Cologne, with a fragrance that offers an exclusive sparkling citrus note.

The orange blossom grows and grows and has a barber's touch, so soapy. If you like the soap accord in perfumes, you'll appreciate the subtle soapiness here. A freshly cut ginger root, spicier, envelops the bitterness of the orange blossom, and the heart continues with an accord that is still tart but with floral overtones. The pungent ginger works well with the citrusy and floral orange blossom top notes. Sometimes, I smell the sweet and warm spicy notes of cinnamon, which I find very close to those of L'Eau d'Issey pour Homme Eau de Toilette.

The dry-down holds the orange blossom bitterness, which now shares the stage with the cassis leaves harshness. Ambroxan amplifies and releases a whiff of sweetness and saltiness. Underneath, I catch notes of grass, straw, and something slightly smoky. The initial zestiness is subdued, but an almost lemony undertone still lingers. The underground also features a sweet, soapy, and gentle musk, nothing animalic or dirty.

Ultimately, Sunrise On The Red Sand Dunes differs from the other items in the collection, far from Evening Safari Drive by Mylene Alran herself, but also from previous versions by ZARA. Quite unique, its projection is good at first, then becomes moderate. For a citrus scent, longevity is more than acceptable and not disappointing. I can wear it as an everyday perfume for warm spring and hot summer to work, casually around the house, or out with friends. Its pleasant aroma makes it a compliment getter especially in the initial phase when the projection is intense.

I'm basing my impression on a bottle I've owned since March 2023 (BC 30680).

-Elysium
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Dbuergi

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Dbuergi
Dbuergi
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Summer can smell like this, but unfortunately not for me.
The first thing I have to say is that I am not a fragrance professional, not a real collector and just like to try out a little of what appeals to me on this site. And with this fragrance, it was the price/performance ratio from the reviews and the summery freshness that made me get a sample.
After the first spray, you are overwhelmed by the artificial fragrance. Unfortunately, I personally can't detect any really natural notes.
After a while, the extreme first impression subsides and you really get a fresh summer feeling, but somehow I keep thinking of scented trees or room fresheners. The fragrance is not particularly long-lasting, but can still be sniffed directly on the skin after a few hours.
I definitely won't be wearing it, but my son loves it.
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Sirbennyone

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Sirbennyone
Sirbennyone
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You are trying to be something you are not or cannot be...!
Hello everyone,

today I would like to say something about Sunrise on the Red Sand Dunes Eau de Parfum.

We all know it's "supposed" to be a clone of Imagination, but is it?
I'll try to keep it short (!).

For one thing, we're talking about a clone house here. I find it uncreative and a pity that a house (whether Zara, DUA, Armaf and co.) only uses their potential to produce the best possible good clones on a synthetic basis for as little money as possible and thus take the success of the original product with them/jump on the bandwagon.

I find that kind of thing boring and well... you can guess!

And secondly, there are fragrance notes and accords that you can clone quite well and it's a bit more difficult even for experienced noses to smell them out. At the end of the day, there are heavier notes or fluffy ones such as vanilla, musk, oakmoss, woody accords.

But it is hellishly difficult to get citrusy, juicy notes, tea accords and a fresh floral note such as orange blossom authentic, not disturbing, annoying and co. so that they don't get on your nerves...

I'll say it openly and honestly..., the fragrance is ok but nothing more. The real "strengths" are in the drydown and "not" in the opening, because here you can already see ZARA's way of thinking - the main thing is cheap... in the end, that's just my way of thinking about it and that's what I wanted to give you along the way.

If you can survive the first 30 minutes (similar to DUA), certain fragrances (like this one) are ok!
BUT

There are also 2 camps of people and for those (!!!) I see the house as very good. On the one hand, there are those who are quite new to it, beginners so to speak, and I can recommend these fragrances to them, and on the other hand, there are people who are very reluctant to spend a lot of money on fragrances and that is also perfectly ok - why not ?!!

And now have a nice day/evening, or whatever you read this review, LG the Benny
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BertolucciKBertolucciK 1 year ago
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Very similar to LV Imagination. The opening is a bit more citrusy, a sweet tangerine. The scent is relaxing and refreshing. Softer Ambroxan.
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Topfpflanze3Topfpflanze3 1 year ago
Crossover between LV Imagination and Chanel Allure Homme Blanch. Green leafy bergamot, sparkling ginger and creamy orange + ambroxan
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BednieloBednielo 1 year ago
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Very fresh and citrus scent. Reminds much more expensive LV Imagination for the fraction of the price. Highly recommended.
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ElysiumElysium 1 year ago
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The most citrus of the four, fresh, it starts with a citrus blast, strong, and harsh, which slowly turns into a creamy and velvety musk.
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MrMoustacheMrMoustache 11 months ago
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A beautiful citrus fragrance with uplifting notes of bergamot, ginger and tangerine. Bright, creamy, worth the hype, and perfect for summer!
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