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Marbella is a beautifully blended, fresh floral-fruity, ideal for summer. It might not reinvent the wheel, but it delivers an effortlessly chic, uplifting vibe that many adore, even if some find its evolution a bit baffling.
A budget Noted Aromas interpretation of Jo Malone English Pear & Sweet Pea / Poppy & Barley (2018) - poppy, barley and musk translated into NA's UK dupe-house take at a fraction of the original's price. Honest dupe-fidelity for daily wear.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 1% |
| Floral | 31% | 26% |
| Fruity | 21% | 15% |
| Green | 14% | 8% |
| Sweet | 23% | 28% |
| Warm | 12% | 11% |
| Woody | 2% | 3% |
| Earthy | 4% | 8% |
| Animalic | 12% | 18% |
| Fresh | 16% | 12% |
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Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, aquatic, and light character makes it excellent for casual wear and warmer weather sports. While generally well-received, its moderate sillage and aquatic nature make it less suited for formal events, and just about right for a subtle office wear.
Seasons
Poppy-barley-blackcurrant lands brightest in spring and summer. Less suited to winter.
Occasions
Office, casual day, date - English-garden polish reads versatile and feminine.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Fruity, Fresh accords and Rose, Blackcurrant notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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