Is Match Fragrances Pomegranate a dupe of Jo Malone London Pomegranate Noir?
Pomegranate Noir EDC
| EDC | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2005 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Pomegranate EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
A moody, spicy fruit-wood scent that stands out for its mysterious, sensual character. Subtle but distinct, it rewards those who want depth and intrigue without overwhelming sweetness or projection.
Match Fragrances' interpretation of Jo Malone London's Pomegranate Noir (2005) - the Christine Nagel pomegranate-pink pepper-patchouli unisex composition that became Jo Malone's defining dark-fruity signature, here translated into a pomegranate-raspberry opening over Casablanca lily and a patchouli-guaiac close. Honest dupe-fidelity for evening unisex wear at a fraction of the designer-niche price.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
With its spicy warmth and deep fruity notes, Pomegranate Noir shines in fall and spring, echoing crisp air and rich foliage. Its moderate richness and spice can be too heavy for peak summer but bring comfort in winter's chill.
Occasions
The subtle projection and sensual fruity-spicy character make it ideal for dates and casual occasions, while its elegance can work in an office with a light hand. It is too moody and spicy for sport and less fitting for ultra-formal events.
Seasons
Fruity-warm-spicy structure peaks in autumn and winter; summer carries too rich.
Occasions
Sophisticated fruity-warm unisex fits evening, date, formal. Office and casual work for fans of the warm style.
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.
Shares 7 of its 17 notes, including Patchouli, Plum, Raspberry
Adds cedar and clove, drops lily and spicy notes
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