Mellow Yellow
| Extrait | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 2012 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Vol d'Hirondelle
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This "Mellow Yellow" is a bit of an enigma. It's got a lovely citrus-forward opening that promises sunshine, but plenty of reviewers found it faded into something altogether less compelling. It's not a consensus crowd-pleaser, more of a 'try before you buy' situation.
If you're after a juiced-up version of Hermès' Un Jardin en Méditerranée, this is it. While some might find it a bit safe, it delivers a complex, long-lasting citrus hit that's hard to beat and sure to impress.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 22% | 25% |
| Floral | 13% | 16% |
| Fruity | 3% | 4% |
| Green | 13% | 12% |
| Sweet | 13% | 12% |
| Warm | 11% | 9% |
| Woody | 18% | 20% |
| Earthy | 9% | 10% |
| Animalic | 10% | 11% |
| Fresh | 18% | 16% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its initial brightness and eventual mellowness make it suitable for casual wear and daily office use, provided it doesn't lean too much into "laundry detergent" territory for some. It lacks the gravitas for formal events, and while fresh, its performance can be variable, limiting its sport appeal.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and long-lasting freshness make it ideal for casual wear and the office, where it won't overwhelm. While perhaps not formal, its sophisticated citrus profile could work for a relaxed date or a brisk sport session.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Woody, Green accords and Vetiver, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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