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Rose Edition Oud Eau de Parfum bottle Rose Edition Oud EDP
EDP Concentration EDC
F Gender U
2023 Year 2013
££ Price Tier ££
Saffron Cologne bottle Saffron EDC

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Rose Edition Oud EDP
This is a seriously solid contender in the rose-oud field, offering expensive-smelling depth and longevity without the eye-watering price tag. It's a proper grown-up scent that performs way above its cost.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Saffron EDC
This one's a proper head-scratcher. Gorgeous, unique blend of saffron and woods, but Jo Malone's usual tricks mean it vanishes quicker than your hopes of finding a full-sized bottle at a decent price. Loved by many, but its shocking performance will have you fuming.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Rose Edition Oud EDP
Saffron EDC

Notes

Shared Notes
Sandalwood 25% vs 31%
Only in Rose Edition Oud
Incense 42% Cedar 32%

Accords

Rose Edition Oud Saffron
100%
Amber
58%
65%
Woody
100%
98%
Oud
91%
Rose
84%
Warm Spicy
75%
71%
Smoky
45%
71%
Lavender
60%
Balsamic
Powdery
57%
54%
Floral
Musky
49%
Metallic
49%
Leather
45%
Amber shared
100%
58%
Woody shared
65%
100%
Oud
98%
91%
Warm Spicy shared
84%
75%
Smoky shared
71%
45%
71%
60%
57%
54%
49%
49%
45%

Performance

Rose Edition Oud Saffron
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Rose Edition Oud

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

With strong projection and longevity, this is too much for a typical office setting, but it absolutely shines on a date night or at formal events where its richness can be appreciated. It's also suitable for cooler casual outings, adding a touch of class.

Saffron

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its intimate projection makes it ideal for office wear, avoiding any olfactory assaults on colleagues. While pleasant for dates or casual outings, its poor longevity means it won't last through a full evening, a common complaint among reviewers.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean amber, warm spicy, smoky

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Rose Edition Oud EDP
Saffron EDC
100ml
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