Candy Festival

Candy Festival by Zara is a bright, fresh, and airy fruity gourmand that leans heavily into citrus and tropical fruit notes, with a light, musky drydown. It opens with a tart, juicy blend of lemon, melon, and pineapple, creating a sparkling, refreshing effect reminiscent of a summer tropical cocktail. The midnotes of apricot give it a subtle sweetness without becoming cloying, while the base notes of musk and cedar add a clean, soft elegance in the drydown. Though described as 'candy' in the name, most users find it more accurate as a crisp, juicy, citrus-fresh fragrance rather than a sugary sweet one. The scent is universally praised as perfect for warm weather, especially summer, and performs best as a reapplyable, light spritz due to its moderate longevity. It shares strong similarities with Light Blue by Dolce & Gabbana and Clarins Eau des Jardins, with some noting a faint resemblance to Jo Malone Nectarine Blossom or Ferragamo Incanto.