Scarlet Poppy Intense Eau de Parfum vs Vanilla Kiss Eau de Parfum
Scarlet Poppy Intense EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 2026 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Vanilla Kiss EDP
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Which Should You Buy?
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.
The Fragrance World UK's 4.95 pounds/5ml take on Tom Ford Vanilla Sex (2023) from the Private Blend line - the triple-vanilla-and-sandalwood core comes through, though the original's polarising bitter-almond opening and animalic edge are softened in the budget copy.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
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.
Seasons
The dense vanilla-sandalwood-tonka base reads warmest in cold weather, matching the original's cold-season gourmand appeal.
Occasions
A warm, sweet vanilla gourmand best suited to evenings and dates rather than office or sport settings.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Both lean vanilla, floral, sweet
Adds almond and iris, drops barley and fig
Where to buy
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