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Vintage Gardenia Cologne bottle Vintage Gardenia EDC
EDC Concentration EDT
F Gender U
2004 Year 2025
££ Price Tier £££££
Polychroma Astrae Eau de Toilette bottle Polychroma Astrae EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Vintage Gardenia EDC
This one's a divisive trip down memory lane - some love its classic floral charm, others find it a bit too 'grandma'. Expect a complex, morphing scent that's either a beautiful vintage tribute or an acquired taste. It's truly a 'love it or leave it' kind of Jo Malone.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Polychroma Astrae EDT
Seriously, people. This isn't just a bottle collector's item; it's a future classic. Mark my words. The hype is real, even before it drops. Get ready.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Vintage Gardenia EDC
Polychroma Astrae EDT

Notes

Only in Vintage Gardenia
Hyacinth 50% Cardamom 50%
Shared Notes
Tuberose 50% vs 31%
Only in Vintage Gardenia
Gardenia 50%
Only in Polychroma Astrae
Rose 38% Jasmine 31%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 33% vs 15%

Accords

Vintage Gardenia Polychroma Astrae
100%
White Floral
100%
Rose
88%
69%
Amber
85%
48%
Woody
74%
66%
Tuberose
69%
Floral
55%
51%
Balsamic
49%
49%
Animalic
47%
Smoky
47%
Lactonic
45%
Aromatic
White Floral shared
100%
100%
88%
Amber shared
69%
85%
Woody shared
48%
74%
Tuberose shared
66%
69%
55%
Balsamic shared
51%
49%
49%
47%
47%
45%

Performance

Vintage Gardenia Polychroma Astrae
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Vintage Gardenia

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

While some find it 'too strong' for a Jo Malone, many describe it as polite and suitable for office wear, especially given its moderate sillage. Its rich floral and spicy accords make it particularly fitting for dates and formal events, though perhaps a bit too much for casual, active settings.

Polychroma Astrae

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its potent floral accords and deep, resinous base, this scent is far too assertive for casual wear or the office. Its luxurious character makes it an ideal fit for date nights or formal events where you want to make a statement.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
85%
Key Similarities

Both lean white floral, amber, tuberose

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Vintage Gardenia EDC
Polychroma Astrae EDT
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