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Pomegranate Noir Eau de Cologne bottle Pomegranate Noir EDC
EDC Concentration EDP
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2005 Year -
££ Price Tier £
518 Pomegranate Noir Eau de Parfum bottle 518 Pomegranate Noir EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Pomegranate Noir EDC
A moody, spicy fruit-wood scent that stands out for its mysterious, sensual character. Subtle but distinct, it rewards those who want depth and intrigue without overwhelming sweetness or projection.
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Our Verdict - 518 Pomegranate Noir EDP
518 | Inspired by Pomegranate Noir captures the tart pomegranate-and-spice opening of Jo Malone's cult layering scent well, but the cedar-patchouli base fades faster and reads flatter than the original's rich, resinous drydown.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Pomegranate Noir EDC
518 Pomegranate Noir EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Pomegranate 22% vs 35%
Rhubarb 20% vs 20%
Plum 19% vs 17%
Raspberry 19% vs 15%
Watermelon 17% vs 12%
Shared Notes
Clove 14% vs 13%
Pink Pepper 14% vs 19%
Guaiac Wood 13% vs 13%
Frankincense 12% vs 11%
Opoponax 12% vs 11%
Rose 11% vs 11%
Jasmine 10% vs 9%
Shared Notes
Cedar 27% vs 31%
Patchouli 25% vs 28%
Musk 23% vs 18%
Amber 23% vs 21%

Accords

Pomegranate Noir 518 Pomegranate Noir
100%
Woody
60%
80%
Warm Spicy
45%
75%
Fruity
75%
55%
Sweet
45%
Amber
Rose
30%
Woody shared
100%
60%
Warm Spicy shared
80%
45%
Fruity shared
75%
75%
55%
45%
30%

Performance

Pomegranate Noir 518 Pomegranate Noir
Short (2-4h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Intimate
Projection
Moderate
Light
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Pomegranate Noir

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

With its spicy warmth and deep fruity notes, Pomegranate Noir shines in fall and spring, echoing crisp air and rich foliage. Its moderate richness and spice can be too heavy for peak summer but bring comfort in winter's chill.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

The subtle projection and sensual fruity-spicy character make it ideal for dates and casual occasions, while its elegance can work in an office with a light hand. It is too moody and spicy for sport and less fitting for ultra-formal events.

518 Pomegranate Noir

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Also Works:
Office Date Casual Formal Sport

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
93%
Key Similarities

Both lean fruity, woody, warm spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Pomegranate Noir EDC
518 Pomegranate Noir EDP
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