Jimmy Choo 2012 EDT

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Jimmy Choo

by Olivier Polge , Véronique Nyberg

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Jimmy Choo Jimmy Choo is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2012, created by Olivier Polge and Véronique Nyberg. Jimmy Choo opens with Green Notes, Ginger, and Pear, settles into a heart of Taif Rose and Orchid, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes and Cedar. Jimmy Choo's Jimmy Choo carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

Prepare for a spirited debate. Jimmy Choo EDT is a charming, fresh-fruity-floral with a fleeting presence, dividing opinion on whether its beauty outweighs its poor longevity. It's a love-it-or-leave-it affair, but almost everyone agrees it's a breath of fresh air compared to its EDP sibling.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Modern
  • Subtle
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Jimmy Choo Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Pear45%
Green Notes31%
Ginger24%
Heartas listed
Taif Rose53%
Orchid47%
Baseas listed
Woody Notes52%
Cedar48%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Given its very light projection and short longevity, this is an excellent choice for the office, as it's unlikely to offend anyone. It's also suitable for casual wear and can be reapplied for short-lived date appeal, though its fleeting nature makes it less ideal for formal events or intense sports.

About

Jimmy Choo EDT opens with a lively burst of crisp green notes and juicy pear, spiced ever so slightly by ginger for a fresh, invigorating start. This quickly melts into a delicate heart of Taif rose and orchid, lending a soft, feminine floral sweetness. The dry-down is a whisper of warm, clean woody notes, primarily cedar, that grounds the earlier freshness without ever becoming heavy. It's a bright, watery composition that feels like a clean spring breeze.

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