Poppy & Barley EDC

Jo Malone London by Mathilde Bijaoui

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Scarlet Poppy Intense EDP

Jo Malone London by Mathilde Bijaoui

Comparison

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Poppy & Barley EDC Jo Malone London · 2019 U

Scarlet Poppy Intense EDP Jo Malone London · 2020 U

Top

Violet

Fig

Blackcurrant

Heart

Powdery

Wheat

Poppy

Base

Barley

Musk

Bran

Heart

Poppy

Orris

Fig

Base

Barley

Heliotrope

Tonka Bean

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Poppy & Barley EDC

EDC	Concentration	EDP
U	Gender	U
2019	Year	2020
££	Price Tier	££

Scarlet Poppy Intense Eau de Parfum bottle

Scarlet Poppy Intense EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Poppy & Barley EDC

A modern English countryside in a bottle-airy, powdery and fig-laced, Poppy & Barley is the ultimate subtle daily scent. Effortlessly elegant, it soothes more than it seduces and never overpowers.

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Our Verdict - Scarlet Poppy Intense EDP

This one is a divisive Jo Malone - some find it an addictive, creamy dream, while others are underwhelmed by its subtlety and fleeting presence. It's a hug in a bottle for many, but don't expect a beast mode projector.

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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Poppy & Barley EDC

Scarlet Poppy Intense EDP

Notes

Top Notes

Violet 33% Fig 33% Blackcurrant 33%

Top Notes

Only in Poppy & Barley

Violet 33% Fig 33% Blackcurrant 33%

Shared Notes

Poppy 30% vs 33%

Only in Poppy & Barley

Powdery 36% Wheat 34%

Only in Scarlet Poppy Intense

Orris 33% Fig 33%

Shared Notes

Barley 35% vs 33%

Only in Poppy & Barley

Musk 35% Bran 30%

Only in Scarlet Poppy Intense

Heliotrope 33% Tonka Bean 33%

Accords

Poppy & Barley Scarlet Poppy Intense

90%

Powdery

100%

Vanilla

99%

70%

Floral

95%

50%

Sweet

82%

80%

Fruity

58%

Iris

74%

30%

Musky

61%

Amber

58%

Aromatic

54%

Almond

51%

30%

Woody

Powdery shared

90%

100%

Vanilla

99%

Floral shared

70%

95%

Sweet shared

50%

82%

Fruity shared

80%

58%

Iris

74%

Musky shared

30%

61%

Amber

58%

Aromatic

54%

Almond

51%

Woody

30%

Performance

Poppy & Barley Scarlet Poppy Intense

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Intimate

Projection

Moderate

Light

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Poppy & Barley

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

Also Works:

Autumn

The airy, fresh, powdery and fruity-floral character shines in spring and summer, evoking meadows and soft sun. Its lightness works for mild autumn days but lacks the density for winter.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual

Soft projection and gentle sillage make it ideal for office, daily wear and casual settings. Understated elegance suits low-key dates, but it’s too subtle for formal or high-energy occasions.

Scarlet Poppy Intense

Seasons

Best For:

Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Date Casual

Its soft sillage and comforting, clean feel make it highly suitable for office or casual wear without being intrusive. While alluring, its creamy and powdery nature might be too relaxed for highly formal events, and its warmth makes it unsuitable for sport.