Lily of the Valley
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2015 | Year | 2023 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
English Pear & Sweet Pea
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Which Should You Buy?
This Yardley Lily of the Valley is a proper love-it-or-hate-it scent. Some swear it's the real deal, a natural, clean lily of the valley for a great price. Others reckon it's a weak, synthetic mess that doesn't smell like the flower at all. Tread carefully.
This one's a divisive charmer. If you're after a beautifully fresh, delicate pear and sweet pea scent, this could be your clean, pretty dream. But beware, Jo Malone's infamous longevity issues are ever-present, and it just doesn't work for everyone's skin chemistry.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 31% | 28% |
| Fruity | 23% | 28% |
| Green | 13% | 8% |
| Sweet | 20% | 25% |
| Warm | 2% | 1% |
| Woody | 1% | 1% |
| Earthy | 0% | 0% |
| Animalic | 25% | 25% |
| Fresh | 28% | 23% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and subtle nature makes it ideal for casual wear or the office, where it won't overpower. The generally weak longevity, which many reviewers note, reduces its suitability for longer events like dates or formal occasions, while its green freshness could work for light activity.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh, subtle floral-fruity profile makes it ideal for casual wear, especially in spring and summer, and perfectly office-appropriate due to its mild performance. However, its weak longevity and intimate sillage mean it's not impactful enough for formal events, and it struggles to stand out on dates, though some find it quite romantic.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Musky, Sweet accords and Pear, Musk notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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