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Scarlet Poppy Intense Eau de Parfum bottle Scarlet Poppy Intense EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
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2020 Year 2020
££ Price Tier £
Bright Herb Eau de Parfum bottle Bright Herb EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

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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Our Verdict - Bright Herb EDP
Bright Herb echoes Jo Malone's Scarlet Poppy Intense with its creamy milky fig, poppy seed and cosy tonka warmth. That soft, effortless seduction comes through, though it wears flatter and skin-closer than the richer original.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Scarlet Poppy Intense EDP
Bright Herb EDP

Notes

Only in Bright Herb
Ambrette 100%
Shared Notes
Poppy 33% vs 34%
Orris 33% vs 26%
Fig 33% vs 39%
Shared Notes
Barley 33% vs 32%
Heliotrope 33% vs 29%
Tonka Bean 33% vs 37%

Accords

Scarlet Poppy Intense Bright Herb
100%
Powdery
55%
99%
Vanilla
95%
Floral
45%
82%
Sweet
80%
Creamy
75%
74%
Iris
61%
Musky
58%
Fruity
60%
Gourmand
60%
58%
Amber
54%
Aromatic
51%
Almond
Powdery shared
100%
55%
99%
Floral shared
95%
45%
Sweet shared
82%
80%
75%
74%
61%
Fruity shared
58%
60%
60%
58%
54%
51%

Performance

Scarlet Poppy Intense Bright Herb
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

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.

Bright Herb

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer Winter

The cosy, creamy fig-gourmand suits spring and autumn best, staying comforting without the heaviness of deep winter scents.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Soft and snuggly, it works for casual, daily and date wear and is gentle enough for the office.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
58%
Key Similarities

Both lean powdery, floral, sweet

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Scarlet Poppy Intense EDP
Bright Herb EDP
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