Is French Avenue Sweet Paradise a dupe of Jo Malone London Scarlet Poppy?
Scarlet Poppy EDC
| EDC | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | F |
| 2021 | Year | 2024 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Sweet Paradise EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Scarlet Poppy
- Sweet Paradise
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
A creamy, warm, and sophisticated floral for those who fancy a touch of luxury. While some find its longevity typical of Jo Malone (read: fleeting), others rave about its surprising staying power. It's either a love-at-first-sniff dream or a wet-wipe-and-playdough nightmare for some, proving it's anything but boring.
Sweet Paradise is utterly divisive for a reason. If you're after a dupe for Scarlet Poppy, prepare for disappointment. But for those who appreciate a unique, powdery lactonic with a hint of cereal, it's a wonderfully comforting, if polarizing, experience.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Poppy
50%
Ambrette
50%
Base Notes
Base Notes
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its warm, elegant floral character and moderate sillage make it suitable for a variety of settings, from a cozy evening to a sophisticated date. While some found it office-appropriate, its sensual warmth leans better towards intimate or special occasions than a professional environment.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its soft, powdery, and somewhat skin-scent nature makes it ideal for office and casual settings where subtlety is key. The unique lactonic aspect might be a bit too casual for formal events, and reviews suggest it's more of a cozy, personal scent than a projector.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 2 of its 9 notes, including Tonka Bean, Ambrette
Adds barley and heliotrope, drops poppy
Where to buy
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