Is Perfume Parlour Blooming Citrus a dupe of Jo Malone London French Lime Blossom?

Blooming Citrus EDP

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Blooming Citrus Eau de Parfum bottle Blooming Citrus EDP
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - French Lime Blossom EDP
This one's a divisive one. Loved by many as a true-to-life linden blossom experience, others find it too soapy, too sweet, or akin to men's shaving foam. Definitely sample before committing.
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Our Verdict - Blooming Citrus EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of French Lime Blossom JM. Built around Beeswax, Jasmine, Tarragon, it offers the character of the original at a budget price - a wallet-friendly alternative for fans of French Lime Blossom JM.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
French Lime Blossom EDP A Blooming Citrus EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
French Lime Blossom EDP
Blooming Citrus EDP

Notes

French Lime Blossom
Blooming Citrus

Heart Notes

Base Notes

Base Notes

Shared Notes
Beeswax 100% vs 100%
Only in French Lime Blossom
Bergamot 53% Petitgrain 47%
Only in Blooming Citrus
Jasmine 50% Tarragon 50%
Only in French Lime Blossom
Bergamot 53% Petitgrain 47%
Only in Blooming Citrus
Jasmine 50% Tarragon 50%
Shared Notes
Beeswax 100% vs 100%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

French Lime Blossom Blooming Citrus
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

French Lime Blossom

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its fresh, clean floral character makes it quite versatile for casual and daytime wear, though its soapy aspects might not suit everyone for a date or formal event. Some find its sillage rather strong, which could be overwhelming for an office setting, though others note it stays close, suggesting varying performances.

Blooming Citrus

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Best in spring and summer - the floral, floral profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Keep it for casual and daily - the floral accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.

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.

Overall scent match
38%
Key Similarities

Shares 1 of its 3 notes, including Beeswax

Key Differences

Adds jasmine and tarragon, drops bergamot and petitgrain

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