Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her

The Zadig & Voltaire Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her Review

When a fragrance achieves the kind of ubiquity that Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her has, cynicism is the easy response. The harder — and more honest — question is: why? What is it about this EDP from Zadig & Voltaire that has made it a fixture in so many wardrobes across continents? Released in 2016, Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her built its following on vanilla, sweet, and years on, it has not lost a step.

A modern, urban interpretation of creamy vanilla and sweet woods, perfect for the stylish rebel.

Fragrance Notes Deep Dive

Every great fragrance tells a story in three acts, and Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her is no exception. The opening salvo presents pink pepper, silkwood blossom and jasmine sambac, hitting the skin with immediate impact and establishing the character of what follows. As the top notes settle — typically within the first 20–30 minutes — the heart of Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her emerges: whipped cream, vanilla and chestnut. This is the true signature of the fragrance, the character that those around you will come to recognise. Finally, the base of sandalwood and cashmere wood anchors the composition, providing the lasting trail and the memory Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her leaves long after you have left the room.

The overall accord profile leans toward vanilla, sweet, making Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her a composition that reads with purposeful clarity to anyone paying attention.

Performance: Longevity, Sillage & Versatility

Longevity (7/10): Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her delivers strong longevity for EDP. On most skin types expect 5–8 hours. A midday touch-up is rarely necessary but can extend the experience on special occasions.

Sillage (7/10): Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her projects as a confident aura, detectable by those nearby. Application to pulse points — wrists, neck, and behind the ears — maximises projection without overwhelming the room.

Versatility (8/10): Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her is a genuine all-rounder — at ease at a Jumu’ah, a boardroom meeting, or a late-night dinner. From casual daytime to formal evening, it adapts without feeling out of place.

Value (7/10): Pricing at PKR 18,000 feels appropriate for what you get — neither a bargain nor an overreach.

Climate Performance Guide

One of Fragranote’s core functions is matching fragrances to the climates of Pakistan and the Gulf — because a fragrance that excels in London can smell entirely different under a July sun in Karachi. Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her has been evaluated across all five climate zones with scores from 1–10.

Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her excels in Mild (Islamabad, London) conditions (score: 9/10). The composition holds together exceptionally well in this environment, maintaining character and projection without turning sharp or fading prematurely.

Where Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her struggles is in Extreme Heat (Riyadh, Jacobabad) conditions (score: 4/10). The fragrance’s character changes unfavourably in this environment — consider alternatives for these specific conditions.

Performs well in cooler evenings; can be cloying in extreme heat.

With an average climate score of 7/10, Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her is a genuinely versatile performer across diverse environments — uncommon among fragrances in its category.

Occasions & When to Wear

Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her is best suited to Daily, Date Night, Casual. Its projection is calibrated for the occasions listed — confident enough to register, controlled enough to remain appropriate in close quarters.

Seasonally, Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her performs best in Fall, Winter, Spring. Its climate scores confirm this seasonal guidance — the fragrance handles temperature transitions with composure.

Often compared to its masculine counterpart, This is Him, for its signature sweet-sandalwood DNA.

Price in Pakistan & UAE — Is It Worth It?

In Pakistan, Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her is priced at PKR 18,000–25,000. This falls in the mid-premium segment of the Pakistani market — accessible to serious fragrance buyers without the full luxury tier commitment.

In the UAE market, expect to pay AED 300–450. Dubai and Abu Dhabi duty-free counters, along with major retailers like Sephora and Bloomingdale’s, typically carry Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her.

International pricing sits at USD $80–$120, useful for travellers and those considering grey-market imports.

Where to buy: Pakistan: Scentsation, Naheed, Al-Fatah. GCC/UAE: Sephora, Faces, Harvey Nichols. Global: Sephora, Nordstrom, Macy's.

Clones & Budget Alternatives

The rise of high-quality clone fragrances — particularly from Gulf-based houses like Lattafa and Maison Alhambra — has fundamentally changed the calculus for buyers in Pakistan and the UAE. If you love what Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her does but need flexibility on price, these alternatives are worth serious consideration.

Zara Fields at Nightfall (80% DNA match): PKR 3,500 / AED 45 — a saving of approximately 81% versus the original.

Verdict

Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her earns its place in the conversation through consistent performance, a clear identity, and data that backs the reputation.

Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her is a solid choice with specific strengths. Know its sweet spots — the right season, the right occasion — and it will reward you consistently.

Some find its sweetness overwhelming, while others adore its comforting, gourmand warmth.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her last?

Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her has a longevity score of 7/10. On average skin, expect 5–8 hours. Performance can vary with skin type, application method, and ambient temperature — heat accelerates diffusion while dry skin absorbs fragrance faster.

Is Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her worth buying in Pakistan?

At PKR 18,000, Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her by Zadig & Voltaire is fairly priced for what it delivers. Its performance scores, climate suitability for Pakistani conditions, and composition quality make it a strong value proposition.

What does Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her smell like?

Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her is characterised by vanilla, sweet accords. Opening with pink pepper and silkwood blossom, the heart revolves around whipped cream and vanilla, settling into a base of sandalwood and cashmere wood.

Is Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her suitable for hot weather in Pakistan or the UAE?

Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her was not designed for extreme heat (score: 5/10). In Karachi, Lahore, or Dubai in summer, reserve it for cooled indoor environments or evening wear.

What is the best clone or alternative to Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her?

The closest alternative is Zara Fields at Nightfall at a 80% DNA match. At PKR 3,500, it represents a saving of approximately 81% versus the original.

Is Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her for men or women?

Zadig & Voltaire This Is Her is marketed as a Feminine fragrance. The composition, while marketed to women, has qualities that cross traditional boundaries — nuance and restraint rather than sweetness and convention.