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English Pear & Freesia Eau de Cologne bottle English Pear & Freesia EDC
EDC Concentration EDP
F Gender F
2010 Year 2020
££ Price Tier ££
Floral Pear Parfum bottle Floral Pear EDP
Our Verdict

While both share a fruity-floral DNA, English Pear & Freesia leans into a delicate, clean floral experience, whereas Floral Pear offers a slightly bolder and more modern take. The Jo Malone cologne is lighter and airier, ideal for a subtle, understated presence. Floral Pear, being an EDP, has more projection and longevity. If you prefer classic, minimalist elegance, go with Jo Malone. If you want a similar vibe with a touch more modern flair and better performance at a lower price, Floral Pear is the better choice.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose English Pear & Freesia if...
  • You prefer a lighter, more delicate cologne.
  • You appreciate a classic, minimalist aesthetic.
  • You want a fragrance for close encounters.
  • You love the signature Jo Malone London style.
Choose Floral Pear if...
  • You want a longer-lasting fragrance.
  • You prefer a modern twist on a classic scent.
  • You're looking for a more affordable option.
  • You want a slightly bolder scent profile.
Our Verdict - English Pear & Freesia EDC
A quintessentially fresh floral with juicy pear and airy freesia, this is the ultimate everyday fragrance for those who want to smell clean, elegant and quietly radiant.
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Our Verdict - Floral Pear EDP
Bright, fresh, and slightly floral, Floral Pear is a modern blend that feels both invigorating and subtly romantic, perfect for day-to-day wear.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
English Pear & Freesia EDC
Floral Pear EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Pear 54% vs 52%
Only in English Pear & Freesia
Melon 46%
Only in Floral Pear
Bergamot 47%
Shared Notes
Rose 50% vs 53%
Freesia 50% vs 46%
Shared Notes
Musk 27% vs 55%
Amber 21% vs 44%
Only in English Pear & Freesia
Patchouli 26% Rhubarb 24%

Accords

English Pear & Freesia Floral Pear
95%
Floral
80%
85%
Fruity
90%
60%
Fresh
55%
Musky
50%
45%
Green
30%
Powdery
Floral shared
95%
80%
Fruity shared
85%
90%
60%
Musky shared
55%
50%
45%
30%

Performance

English Pear & Freesia Floral Pear
Short (2-4h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Intimate
Projection
Moderate
Light
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

English Pear & Freesia

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

Crisp pear, melon, and freesia make this scent supremely fresh and light, perfect for spring and summer. Its airy character is less suited to the cold of winter, but its gentle fruitiness can transition into early autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual

Soft projection and inoffensive freshness make it ideal for office and casual daily wear. It is subtly romantic for a date, but too sheer for formal events or intense enough for sport.

Floral Pear

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer Autumn

The fruity and floral accords make it perfect for spring and summer, while its moderate warmth supports fall wear. It may lack the strength for colder winters.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual

Its moderate projection and fresh qualities make it suitable for office, date, and casual settings. The floral elements add a touch of sophistication for dates but are less appropriate for formal or sports settings.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
70%
Key Similarities

Both lean floral, fruity, musky

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

English Pear & Freesia EDC
Floral Pear EDP
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