Is Oil Perfumery Jo Malone London Poppy & Barley a dupe of Jo Malone London Poppy & Barley?
Where they differ
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Poppy & Barley
- Jo Malone London Poppy & Barley
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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.
A meticulously crafted floral blend with a touch of barley - fresh enough for daily wear, yet with nuanced warmth for cooler seasons.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Barley
35%
vs
36%
Musk
34%
vs
15%
Wheat
34%
vs
21%
Violet
33%
vs
26%
Fig
33%
vs
26%
Blackcurrant
33%
vs
100%
Poppy
30%
vs
53%
Rose
20%
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
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
The floral and fresh aspects make it suitable for spring, while the grainy, warm facets offer a nice touch for fall. It's light and fresh enough for summer, but not ideal for winter.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and fresh floral tones make it a suitable choice for the office and casual occasions. It can work for dates too, though it may lack the intense projection for formal events.
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 8 notes, including Poppy, Wheat, Musk
Adds rose, drops bran and powdery
Where to buy
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Jo Malone London Poppy & Barley Oil
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