Joy EDT

Jean Patou by Henri Alméras Original
89%
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Joy Eau de Toilette bottle Joy EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
F Gender M
1930 Year -
££ Price Tier £
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Joy EDT
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.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Delighted EDP
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.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Joy EDT
Delighted EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Ylang-Ylang 50% vs 23%
Tuberose 49% vs 30%
Only in Delighted
Rose 27% Aldehydes 20%
Shared Notes
Jasmine 50% vs 53%
Only in Joy
Rose 49%
Only in Delighted
Orris 46%
Shared Notes
Musk 54% vs 53%
Sandalwood 45% vs 46%

Accords

Joy Delighted
57%
Floral
90%
79%
Rose
48%
Powdery
78%
52%
Musky
66%
54%
Tuberose
54%
Woody
54%
45%
Sweet
Floral shared
57%
90%
79%
Powdery shared
48%
78%
Musky shared
52%
66%
54%
Woody shared
54%
54%
45%

Performance

Joy Delighted
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Joy

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

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.

Delighted

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Reach for it across spring and summer, where the floral signature sits most naturally; outside those months its softer projection thins out faster.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

This one suits casual and daily settings; the easy, breezy character keeps it versatile for date rotation too.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean floral, woody, musky

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Joy EDT
Delighted EDP
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