Best Unusual Gourmand by Zara Alternatives & Similar Perfumes
Unusual Gourmand by Zara blends candied fruits and pear with a touch of sea salt and musk, creating a scent that is both sweet and slightly salty with a smooth, musky base. Its fruity freshness is balanced by a marine hint, making it distinctive among gourmand fragrances. Those intrigued by pear and musk combinations with a subtle salty edge will find this scent’s unique twist worth noting.
FIG PORN by BORNTOSTANDOUT £133.33
- Key notes:
- bergamot
- fig
- lactonic nuance
- musk
- pear
- peony
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- fruity
- green
- unconventional
A milky green fig oozing sweet musk.
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Disco Inferno by Maison Matine £95.83
- Key notes:
- frangipani
- patchouli
- peach
- pear
- Aromagroups:
- fruity
Ah the wiliness of youth! You think that fresh face shines with only innocence, until a feral cunning presents itself. Disco Inferno starts off playing the game with happy-sappy pear and peach blossom, frangipani and pineapple. Then you realise oud and soft woods are at work behind scenes, allowing that innocent visage into places they should never be allowed.
Faire Le Mur | Going AWOL by Maison Matine £95.83
- Key notes:
- jasmine
- osmanthus
- pear
- white musk
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- fruity
“Faire le mur” means “going AWOL” en Français, and if you’re going to make a break for it, you might as well do it fragrantly with this fruity-floral escapade. Heady jasmine and spicy lily get juicy thanks to orange and pear. Osmanthus, with its delicate apricot tea facet, bridges flowers to fruits.
Hanamizake (Watching Sakura & Drinking Sake) by J-Scent £101.67
- Key notes:
- apple
- pear
- raspberry
- rose
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- fruity
Hanamizake refers to drinking Japanese sake underneath the cherry blossom trees while petals slowly flutter into your cup. The aroma of cherry blossoms and ginjo sake dances tipsily into the last musk note, summoning this serene hanami (cherry blossom viewing) experience.
Hélène by Rance 1795 £91.67
- Key notes:
- amber
- jasmine
- magnolia
- patchouli
- peach
- pear
- tonka beans
- Aromagroups:
- floral
- fruity
Hélène Napoleone was the daughter of Napoleon’s last lover, Albine de Montholon, and although it was never confirmed if the now-exiled Emperor was indeed her father, he did give her his name, so…? Her namesake fragrance is a vivacious bouquet of fruits and florals, headlined by sparkling pear and creamy magnolia. The charm deepens with the amber base, warmed by sandalwood and patchouli.
Ibiza Nights by CARNER £125.00
- Key notes:
- anise seeds
- benzoin
- mandarin
- pear
- Aromagroups:
- citrusy
- spicy
- woody
Sun soaked dayz and disco nights, this scent captures the character of Ibiza with white florals and aromatic star anise. Chic, cool, joyful!
Isla Bohemia by CARNER £125.00
- Key notes:
- bergamot
- milky nuance
- orris (iris root)
- pear
- sandalwood
- vanilla
- Aromagroups:
- fruity
The wild and free spirit of a lost island captured in a fruity and sweet perfume with notes of icy pear, soft iris and creamy vanilla. Happy and juicy, Isla Bohemia slows its roll into a mellow base of sandalwood and musk.
Pâquerettes (Daisies) by Milleseve £95.83
- Key notes:
- basil
- carrot seeds
- green beans
- hyacinth
- lilac
- pear
- tomato leaves
- Aromagroups:
- floral
Hands in the soil. Fruits, vegetables and flowers mingle in the joyful disorder of a sun-drenched family garden. Daisy bouquets, juicy mirabelle plums and sweet raspberries. A harvest of crunchy beans and a table decorated with roses, freesias and hydrangeas. A sheen of green: green grass, green beans, green sap.
Pear Pavlova by French Cowboy £75.00
- Key notes:
- almond
- meringue
- pear
- pink pepper
- Aromagroups:
- fruity
- woody
Comes on juicy and fluffy before revealing its true character. Co-created by Allie Goodbun, a showgirl at an iconic Parisian cabaret, Pear Pavlova mirrors her qualities as a dancer: the duality of lightness with strength. Aquatic pear and airy meringue are anchored by musky ambrette seed and heady jasmine sambac to give it unexpected va-va-voom.
Princess of China | 中國公主 by d'Annam £108.33
- Key notes:
- pear
- peony
- silk
Inspired by the noblewomen of dynasties past, Princess of China is soft yet radiant—like flowers in full bloom. It celebrates China’s rich history and imperial femininity through luminous petals and delicate fruits. Graceful and timeless.
About Unusual Gourmand by Zara
- What makes Unusual Gourmand different from these similar perfumes?
- Unusual Gourmand uniquely combines candied fruits with sea salt and musk, creating a sweet yet slightly salty gourmand scent. Most fragrances listed focus on pear and musk or fresh florals but do not feature the salty marine note that distinguishes Unusual Gourmand.
- Are these perfumes suitable for someone who enjoys sweet fruity scents?
- Yes, many of these fragrances highlight pear and other fruity notes, providing sweet or fresh fruity profiles. However, some include additional floral, spicy, or green elements that diversify their character.
- Can I expect all these fragrances to have a strong musk note like Unusual Gourmand?
- Not all of these fragrances feature musk prominently. While some share musk with Unusual Gourmand, others focus more on fresh, floral, or green notes without a strong musky base.