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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Scarlet Poppy Intense EDP
This one is a divisive Jo Malone - some find it an addictive, creamy dream, while others are underwhelmed by its subtlety and fleeting presence. It's a hug in a bottle for many, but don't expect a beast mode projector.
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Our Verdict - Chapter 2 EDP
A warm, embracing hug in a bottle, Chapter 2 is a powdery vanilla dream that leans feminine but can absolutely be pulled off by men who appreciate a calming, cosy scent. It's a comforting crowd-pleaser, delivering luxury and intimacy.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Scarlet Poppy Intense EDP
Chapter 2 EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Orris 33% vs 26%
Only in Scarlet Poppy Intense
Poppy 33% Fig 33%

Accords

Scarlet Poppy Intense Chapter 2
100%
Powdery
100%
99%
Vanilla
88%
95%
Floral
55%
51%
Almond
92%
82%
Sweet
57%
74%
Iris
51%
61%
Musky
52%
Nutty
58%
58%
Fruity
54%
58%
Amber
Woody
57%
54%
Aromatic
Powdery shared
100%
100%
Vanilla shared
99%
88%
Floral shared
95%
55%
Almond shared
51%
92%
Sweet shared
82%
57%
Iris shared
74%
51%
Musky shared
61%
52%
58%
Fruity shared
58%
54%
58%
57%
54%

Performance

Scarlet Poppy Intense Chapter 2
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Scarlet Poppy Intense

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual

Its soft sillage and comforting, clean feel make it highly suitable for office or casual wear without being intrusive. While alluring, its creamy and powdery nature might be too relaxed for highly formal events, and its warmth makes it unsuitable for sport.

Chapter 2

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

This scent's intimate and comforting nature, driven by its powdery and vanilla accords, makes it perfect for date nights and relaxed casual wear. While not explicitly office-safe due to its present sillage, its calming aroma could work in less formal environments, but it's too soft for formal events and entirely unsuitable for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
73%
Key Similarities

Both lean powdery, vanilla, floral

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Scarlet Poppy Intense EDP
Chapter 2 EDP
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