Pomegranate Eau de Parfum vs Persephone's Patchouli Eau de Parfum

Pomegranate

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
-	Year	2022
£	Price Tier	££

Persephone's Patchouli

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Pomegranate

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Persephone's Patchouli

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Pomegranate

The Fragrance World UK's £4.95/30ml interpretation of Jo Malone Pomegranate Noir (2005) - the pyramid maps the original's pomegranate opening, casablanca lily heart, and patchouli dry-down. Liverpool dupe-house pricing on a recognisable smell-alike for casual rotation.

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Our Verdict - Persephone's Patchouli

This is a patchouli for the uninitiated, offering a cleaner, fresher take on a classic note. It's often hailed as a modern, wearable patchouli, but some find it lacks character and performance. A gorgeous and addictive 'modern sexy patchouli' for some, a 'soapy mess' for others.

Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus	2%	2%
Floral	13%	18%
Fruity	21%	17%
Green	1%	2%
Sweet	20%	27%
Warm	17%	14%
Woody	23%	19%
Earthy	23%	15%
Animalic	2%	8%
Fresh	5%	8%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Pomegranate EdP

Persephone's Patchouli EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Pomegranate 37% vs 29%

Plum 27% vs 38%

Only in Pomegranate

Raspberry 19% Pink Pepper 17%

Only in Persephone's Patchouli

Cardamom 32%

Only in Pomegranate

Lily 39% Guaiac Wood 33% Opoponax 27%

Only in Persephone's Patchouli

Patchouli 44% Rose 29% Jasmine 27%

Only in Pomegranate

Patchouli 43% Frankincense 31% Woody 26%

Only in Persephone's Patchouli

Honey 35% Sandalwood 23% Ambergris 22% Cedar 21%

Accords

Pomegranate Persephone's Patchouli

65%

Woody

100%

85%

Fruity

67%

55%

Warm Spicy

79%

50%

Patchouli

73%

50%

Sweet

63%

Honey

63%

Rose

54%

40%

Floral

51%

White Floral

51%

Balsamic

51%

Woody shared

65%

100%

Fruity shared

85%

67%

Warm Spicy shared

55%

79%

Patchouli shared

50%

73%

Sweet shared

50%

63%

Honey

63%

Rose

54%

Floral shared

40%

51%

White Floral

51%

Balsamic

51%

Performance

Pomegranate Persephone's Patchouli

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Long (6-10h)

Intimate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Pomegranate

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

The pomegranate-led opening and patchouli-anchored close mirror the original's seasonal range, though the budget composition fades faster than the Jo Malone bottle in heavier conditions.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual Formal

A budget interpretation that keeps the original's structure - the dupe reads cleaner and shorter, making it best suited to casual rotation rather than as a replacement for the Jo Malone signature.

Persephone's Patchouli

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn

Also Works:

Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Office Formal

Its moderate projection and versatility, blending fresh and warm elements, make it suitable for various settings. However, some find its longevity only average, making it less ideal for longer formal events or intense sports.