Poppy & Barley
| Cologne | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2019 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Scarlet Poppy Intense
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Which Should You Buy?
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.
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.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 0% |
| Floral | 18% | 26% |
| Fruity | 13% | 6% |
| Green | 12% | 11% |
| Sweet | 34% | 41% |
| Warm | 8% | 10% |
| Woody | 1% | 5% |
| Earthy | 9% | 11% |
| Animalic | 8% | 0% |
| Fresh | 8% | 3% |
Mood
Notes
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
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
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.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
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.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Powdery, Floral, Sweet accords and Fig, Poppy notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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