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Steel Grey by Zara — notes, seasons & similar scents | Fragr

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Steel Grey by Zara

Steel Grey

8.1few votesTypically ~$25

Bergamot and black pepper up top, drying down to cedarwood and musk. Best in fall, made for daily wear.

WoodySweetSpicyPowderyFruity

Scent profile

Top notes

Bergamot Black pepper Grapefruit Lemon

Heart notes

Cardamom Cypress Lavender

Base notes

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

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