English Oak & Hazelnut Cologne vs Cedar Cologne
English Oak & Hazelnut EDC
| EDC | Concentration | EDC |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | 2021 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Cedar EDC
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Which Should You Buy?
A divisive Jo Malone outing. Some find this woody, nutty concoction a fresh, clean, office-friendly delight, while others are disappointed by its lack of hazelnut and general 'aftershave' scent. It's an understated charmer, not a crowd-pleaser.
This isn't the fresh, clean cedar you're probably picturing. Many found it surprisingly off-putting, leaning into unpleasant 'dirty' or 'urinal cake' territory. Approach with extreme caution and definitely test before you buy.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
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Heart Notes
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Base Notes
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
This scent's clean, woody, and fresh profile makes it highly suitable for office and casual wear, as many users highlight its non-offensive nature. While generally subtle, its respectable longevity for a Jo Malone scent allows for versatility, though its understated character might be overlooked in formal settings or during vigorous sport.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given the mixed reviews and description as 'dirty' or 'bitter', this isn't a crowd-pleaser, limiting its suitability for formal or date settings. Its woody, aromatic profile might work for very casual wear, but its divisive nature means it's best avoided in professional or intimate environments.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean woody, aromatic, powdery
Without hazelnut and oak
Where to buy
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