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2015 Year -
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No.686 Mimosa and Cardamom Parfum bottle No.686 Mimosa and Cardamom Parfum

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Mimosa & Cardamom EDC
This one's a proper Marmite scent - you'll either adore its warm, powdery mimosa charm making it an 'uncommon crowd-pleaser' or find yourself battling an unexpected 'baby wipes and disappointment' vibe. It's sunshine and spice, but for some, just spice.
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Our Verdict - No.686 Mimosa and Cardamom Parfum
A faithful nod to Jo Malone's Mimosa & Cardamom - the spicy-sweet cardamom opening and powdery mimosa heart are there - but the tonka base thins out sooner than the designer cologne's slow, comforting fade.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Mimosa & Cardamom EDC
No.686 Mimosa and Cardamom Parfum

Notes

Mimosa & Cardamom
No.686 Mimosa and Cardamom
Shared Notes
Cardamom 100% vs 68%
Only in No.686 Mimosa and Cardamom
Bergamot 32%
Shared Notes
Mimosa 100% vs 56%
Only in No.686 Mimosa and Cardamom
Rose 24% Jasmine 20%
Shared Notes
Tonka Bean 100% vs 45%
Only in No.686 Mimosa and Cardamom
Amber 29% Musk 25%

Accords

Mimosa & Cardamom No.686 Mimosa and Cardamom
88%
Warm Spicy
45%
77%
Powdery
60%
67%
Aromatic
70%
69%
Sweet
55%
61%
Floral
50%
57%
Vanilla
49%
Amber
Warm Spicy shared
88%
45%
Powdery shared
77%
60%
Aromatic shared
67%
70%
Sweet shared
69%
55%
Floral shared
61%
50%
57%
49%

Performance

Mimosa & Cardamom No.686 Mimosa and Cardamom
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Mimosa & Cardamom

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its soft sillage and calm demeanour make it perfect for casual wear and office settings where it won't offend. However, a divisive 'body lotion' or 'baby wipes' feeling, along with limited longevity for some, makes it less ideal for formal events or sports.

No.686 Mimosa and Cardamom

Seasons

No strong season fit

The mimosa floral brightness suits spring while the warm cardamom-tonka base carries it into autumn wear.

Occasions

No strong occasion fit

A soft, professional floral-spicy blend that reads comfortably at the office as well as for daytime casual wear.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
81%
Key Similarities

Both lean aromatic, powdery, sweet

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Mimosa & Cardamom EDC
No.686 Mimosa and Cardamom Parfum
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