Is Perfume Parlour Delighted a dupe of Jean Patou Joy?
Joy EDT
| EDT | Concentration | EDP |
| F | Gender | M |
| 1930 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Delighted EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
Joy is undeniably brilliant in its vintage formulation, a true masterpiece of potent florals. However, modern iterations often disappoint, leaving many to mourn the loss of its original grandeur. It's a divisive scent by today's standards, often described as 'dated' or 'old lady' by some, yet 'timeless' and 'luxurious' by others.
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Jean Patou - Joy - a floral fragrance led by Tuberose, Rose, Ylang-Ylang, with powdery depth. It captures the gist of the original at a fraction of the cost, rendering a touch simpler and quieter.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Joy, particularly in its original strength, is a powerful floral. Its significant sillage and mature, complex character make it less suitable for casual or office wear, but perfect for dates and formal events where you want to make a statement.
Seasons
Reach for it across spring and summer, where the floral signature sits most naturally; outside those months its softer projection thins out faster.
Occasions
This one suits casual and daily settings; the easy, breezy character keeps it versatile for date rotation too.
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 6 of its 8 notes, including Rose, Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang
Adds aldehydes and iris
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Delighted EDP
No shop we track that delivers to you has it in stock.
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Lowest Upfront
£57.30
Amazon UK - 30ml
Buy
Best Value
£78.00
Scentsational - 75ml - £1.04/ml
Buy
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