Is SMEL. Pomegranate Noir a dupe of Jo Malone London Pomegranate Noir?
Pomegranate Noir EDC
| EDC | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2005 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Pomegranate Noir EDP
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Pomegranate Noir
- Pomegranate Noir
- in both
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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.
SMEL.' Pomegranate Noir leans into Jo Malone London's tart pomegranate-raspberry opening with a similar smoky, spiced patchouli base, though it plays broader and less refined than the original's cologne-strength restraint.
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Dark fruit, spice and smoky woods read warm and rich, better suited to autumn and winter than summer heat.
Occasions
The seductive, spiced fruit-patchouli profile leans toward evening and date wear over daytime office settings.
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.
Every one of its 9 notes is in the original, including Raspberry, Plum, Guaiac Wood
Without amber and jasmine
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