Is Perfume Parlour Citrus Whisper a dupe of Jo Malone London Orange Marmalade?

Citrus Whisper EDP

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Orange Marmalade Cologne bottle Orange Marmalade EDC
EDC Concentration EDP
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2024 Year -
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Citrus Whisper Eau de Parfum bottle Citrus Whisper 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 - Orange Marmalade EDC
Don't let the name fool you - Jo Malone's Orange Marmalade is a divisive scent. Some call it an authentic, sophisticated citrus, a warm hug of orange peel and woods. Others see it as a linear, underwhelming, or even masculine aftershave. Definitely one to try before you commit.
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Our Verdict - Citrus Whisper EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Orange Marmalade by Jo Malone London. It leans on Orange, Bitter Orange to evoke the original's signature character at a budget-friendly price - a practical pick for fans who want the vibe without the designer outlay.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Orange Marmalade EDC A Citrus Whisper 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
Orange Marmalade EDC
Citrus Whisper EDP

Notes

Orange Marmalade
Citrus Whisper

Top Notes

Top Notes

Shared Notes
Orange 100% vs 100%
Bitter Orange 100% vs 100%
Clary Sage 53% vs 52%
Cashmere Wood 46% vs 47%
Shared Notes
Orange 100% vs 100%
Shared Notes
Bitter Orange 100% vs 100%
Shared Notes
Clary Sage 53% vs 52%
Cashmere Wood 46% vs 47%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

Orange Marmalade Citrus Whisper
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Orange Marmalade

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its fresh, clean, and subtle nature with low projection makes it highly suitable for office and casual wear. Despite some finding it masculine, its light performance makes it less ideal for formal events or dates where a bolder statement might be desired.

Citrus Whisper

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

Reach for it across spring and summer, where the citrus 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

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
93%
Key Similarities

Every one of its 4 notes is in the original, including Cashmere Wood, Bitter Orange, Orange

Key Differences

Near-identical note list, differs in proportion

Where to buy

Orange Marmalade EDC
Citrus Whisper EDP

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