Afnan Turathi Red vs Zara True Amore

Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Parfums de Marly Delina.

At a glance

Afnan Turathi Red costs £22 and Zara True Amore costs £22.99, so Afnan Turathi Red is £0.99 cheaper. No identical notes are listed for both. Afnan Turathi Red is EDP and listed as feminine, while Zara True Amore is EDP and listed as unisex.

Afnan Turathi Red

A smooth floral-musky fragrance centred on rose, jasmine, peony, apricot, and soft woods, positioned as an accessible interpretation of Parfums de Marly Delina.

Zara True Amore

True Amore EDP from Zara is a bright and tart fruity floral fragrance inspired by the DNA of Parfums de Marly Delina, capturing the signature rhubarb and fresh rose character of one of the most beloved feminine fragrances of the last decade at a fraction of the cost.

Afnan Turathi Red, dupe of Parfums de Marly DelinaZara True Amore, dupe of Parfums de Marly Délina

Comparison

Afnan Turathi RedZara True Amore
Overall rating7.8/10 · 1 review7.5/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.5/106.5/10
Projection7.0/106.0/10
Scent accuracy8.0/108.5/10
Value for money8.5/109.0/10
Price£22£22.99
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderFeminineUnisex
Inspired byParfums de Marly DelinaParfums de Marly Delina

Notes Comparison

Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.

Afnan Turathi Red

Top Notes

  • Saffron
  • Bitter Almond

Heart Notes

  • Cedarwood
  • Ambergris

Base Notes

  • Musk
  • Woody Notes
  • Amber

Zara True Amore

Top Notes

  • Grapefruit

Heart Notes

  • Rose

Base Notes

  • Vetiver
  • Incense

Shared Notes

No identical notes are recorded in both note pyramids.

How the notes differ

Afnan Turathi Red lists Saffron, Bitter Almond, Cedarwood, Ambergris, Musk, Woody Notes and Amber that Zara True Amore does not.

Zara True Amore lists Grapefruit, Rose, Vetiver and Incense that Afnan Turathi Red does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Afnan Turathi Red

  • Sweet
  • Woody
  • Amber
  • Musky
  • Floral
  • Citrus
  • Gourmand
  • Fruity
  • Cinnamon
  • Bitter
  • Warm spicy
  • Oriental
  • Spicy

Zara True Amore

  • Sweet
  • Fresh
  • Floral
  • Citrus
  • Gourmand
  • Fruity
  • Smoky
  • Earthy
  • Rose
  • Green
  • Mineral
  • Sour
  • Resinous
  • Incense

Both share Sweet, Floral, Citrus, Gourmand and Fruity. Afnan Turathi Red also lists Woody, Amber, Musky, Cinnamon, Bitter, Warm spicy, Oriental and Spicy. Zara True Amore also lists Fresh, Smoky, Earthy, Rose, Green, Mineral, Sour, Resinous and Incense.

Vibes

Afnan Turathi Red

  • Sweet
  • Bold
  • Powerful
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Masculine
  • Gourmand
  • Oriental
  • Confident
  • Luxurious

Zara True Amore

  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Sweet
  • Elegant
  • Romantic
  • Sophisticated
  • Modern
  • Feminine
  • Gourmand
  • Compliment
  • Confident

Both share Sweet, Modern, Gourmand and Confident. Afnan Turathi Red also lists Bold, Powerful, Warm, Masculine, Oriental and Luxurious. Zara True Amore also lists Fresh, Clean, Elegant, Romantic, Sophisticated, Feminine and Compliment.

Occasions

Afnan Turathi Red

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Social
  • Office
  • Autumn
  • Formal
  • Winter
  • Daily
  • Nightlife
  • Colder weather

Zara True Amore

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Social
  • Daytime
  • Casual
  • Office
  • Spring
  • Date night
  • Summer
  • Daily
  • Everyday
  • Brunch
  • Romantic
  • Year round
  • Wedding
  • Outdoor
  • Weekend
  • Smart casual

Both share Signature, Evening, Social, Office and Daily. Afnan Turathi Red also lists Autumn, Formal, Winter, Nightlife and Colder weather. Zara True Amore also lists Daytime, Casual, Spring, Date night, Summer, Everyday, Brunch, Romantic, Year round, Wedding, Outdoor, Weekend and Smart casual.

Performance

Afnan Turathi Red

  • Powerful
  • Subtle

Zara True Amore

  • Versatile
  • Sillage
  • Compliment magnet
  • Linear
  • Moderate to strong

Afnan Turathi Red lists Powerful and Subtle. Zara True Amore lists Versatile, Sillage, Compliment magnet, Linear and Moderate to strong.

Style lane

Afnan Turathi Red

  • Spicy amber

Zara True Amore

  • Fruity floral

Afnan Turathi Red lists Spicy amber. Zara True Amore lists Fruity floral.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Afnan Turathi Red (7.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Afnan Turathi Red (7.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Zara True Amore (8.5/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Zara True Amore (9.0/10)
  • Price: Wins Afnan Turathi Red (£22)

Afnan Turathi Red leads on longevity, projection and lower price, while Zara True Amore leads on scent accuracy and value for money.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Afnan Turathi Red has 1 community review and Zara True Amore has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Afnan Turathi Red or Zara True Amore?

Afnan Turathi Red costs £22 and Zara True Amore costs £22.99, so Afnan Turathi Red is £0.99 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Afnan Turathi Red or Zara True Amore?

Atlas ratings give Afnan Turathi Red 7.5 out of 10 for longevity and Zara True Amore 6.5 out of 10, so Afnan Turathi Red rates higher.

Which projects more, Afnan Turathi Red or Zara True Amore?

Atlas ratings give Afnan Turathi Red 7.0 out of 10 for projection and Zara True Amore 6.0 out of 10, so Afnan Turathi Red rates higher.

Which is better value, Afnan Turathi Red or Zara True Amore?

Atlas ratings give Afnan Turathi Red 8.5 out of 10 for value for money and Zara True Amore 9.0 out of 10, so Zara True Amore rates higher.

What notes do Afnan Turathi Red and Zara True Amore share?

No identical notes are listed for both.

Which occasions suit Afnan Turathi Red and Zara True Amore?

Afnan Turathi Red is tagged for Signature, Evening, Social, Office, Autumn, Formal, Winter, Daily, Nightlife and Colder weather. Zara True Amore is tagged for Signature, Evening, Social, Daytime, Casual, Office, Spring, Date night, Summer, Daily, Everyday, Brunch, Romantic, Year round, Wedding, Outdoor, Weekend and Smart casual.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.

Compare with the original

  • Parfums de Marly Delina vs Afnan Turathi Red
  • Parfums de Marly Delina vs Zara True Amore

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