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Verbenas of Provence Cologne bottle Verbenas of Provence EDC
EDC Concentration EDT
F Gender U
1995 Year 2020
££ Price Tier ££££
Zest Marin Eau de Toilette bottle Zest Marin EDT

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Verbenas of Provence EDC
A tragically discontinued Jo Malone classic that inspires utter devotion, Verbenas of Provence is a bright, uplifting citrus-herbal that defined summer for many. People are still desperate for its return.
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Our Verdict - Zest Marin EDT
Zest Marin offers a vibrant burst of citrusy freshness with an aquatic twist, presenting a luxurious yet wearable daily fragrance.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Verbenas of Provence EDC
Zest Marin EDT

Notes

Shared Notes
Lemon 47% vs 35%
Only in Verbenas of Provence
Lemon Verbena 52%
Only in Zest Marin
Tea 57% Cedar 43%

Accords

Verbenas of Provence Zest Marin
100%
Citrus
90%
77%
Aromatic
Aquatic
70%
Fresh
60%
56%
Woody
40%
Herbal
50%
Citrus shared
100%
90%
77%
70%
60%
56%
Herbal shared
40%
50%

Performance

Verbenas of Provence Zest Marin
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Verbenas of Provence

Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, clean, and moderate nature makes it ideal for office and casual wear. While not typically a formal scent, its sophistication means it wouldn't be out of place, and its invigorating qualities suit light sport or active casual events.

Zest Marin

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

The vibrant citrus and marine notes make it ideal for warm weather in spring and summer, while the lack of heavier base notes reduces its suitability for colder months.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Zest Marin's fresh and vibrant profile is perfect for daytime occasions, casual outings, or a lively date, though it may lack the gravitas for formal or sporty events.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
83%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, herbal

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Verbenas of Provence EDC
Zest Marin EDT
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