Question 1

What's the difference between Captivatingly Paris and Devotion?

Accepted Answer

Captivatingly Paris is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Zara (2022) dominated by Rose accords. Devotion is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from House of Matriarch (2013) leaning on Amber accords. They share 1 accord: Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Captivatingly Paris or Devotion?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Captivatingly Paris scores 3.81/5 vs Devotion at 4.15/5. Captivatingly Paris's standout strength: Affordable price point for quality fragrance. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Captivatingly Paris and Devotion smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Captivatingly Paris: The Reddit thread does not contain substantial community discussion specifically about 'Captivatingly Paris' by Zara.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Captivatingly Paris or Devotion?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Captivatingly Paris vs Devotion?

Accepted Answer

Captivatingly Paris scores highest for spring wear; Devotion scores highest for winter wear. Captivatingly Paris leans daytime, Devotion leans evening.

Captivatingly Paris vs Devotion

Comparison Summary

Unique to Captivatingly Paris (3)

Shared Accords (1)

Community Sentiment Pulse — Captivatingly Paris

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Frequently asked questions

Attribute	Captivatingly Paris	Devotion
Brand	Zara	House of Matriarch
Year	2022	2013
Rating	3.81	4.15
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	3	0