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Sensuous Eau de Parfum bottle Sensuous EDP
EDP Concentration EDC
F Gender F
2008 Year 2004
££ Price Tier ££
Vintage Gardenia Cologne bottle Vintage Gardenia EDC

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Sensuous EDP
Estee Lauder's Sensuous is a divisive one: some adore its unique woody-honey vibe, finding it a comforting 'warm hug', whilst others find it outdated, chalky, or just 'meh'. It's currently back in stock after a brief scare, but reports suggest it might not be the powerhouse it once was.
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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

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Sensuous EDP
Vintage Gardenia EDC

Notes

Shared Notes
Sandalwood 31% vs 33%

Accords

Sensuous Vintage Gardenia
100%
Woody
48%
51%
White Floral
100%
52%
Warm Spicy
71%
52%
Amber
69%
Tuberose
66%
60%
Honey
52%
Powdery
51%
Floral
Balsamic
51%
50%
Sweet
Animalic
49%
Smoky
47%
Lactonic
47%
Aromatic
45%
Woody shared
100%
48%
White Floral shared
51%
100%
Warm Spicy shared
52%
71%
Amber shared
52%
69%
66%
60%
52%
51%
51%
50%
49%
47%
47%
45%

Performance

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

Season and Occasion Fit

Sensuous

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate sillage and warm, comforting accords make it a solid choice for office and casual wear, providing a subtle presence. Many consider it an 'office safe' scent given its clean, unobtrusive nature. However, it's generally considered too soft for an impact on dates or formal events, and definitely not suited for sport.

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.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
83%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, amber, warm spicy

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Sensuous EDP
Vintage Gardenia EDC
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