Jo Malone London 2001 EDP

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154 Cologne

by Jo Malone

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Jo Malone London 154 Cologne is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2001, created by Jo Malone. 154 Cologne opens with Bergamot, Grapefruit, and Mandarin, settles into a heart of Lavender, Nutmeg, and Basil, and dries down to a base of Musk, Vetiver, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Jo Malone London's 154 Cologne carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This isn't just a classic for Jo Malone, it's a classy, versatile number some call underrated. The community is split on its performance, but generally agree it's a sophisticated, fresh scent with a woody, aromatic dry down. A real gem, if you can find it.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Classic
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
154 Cologne Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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 Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh and clean profile makes it suitable for office and casual wear, though some find it a bit too mature for younger wearers. While versatile, its moderate projection and potential for warmth might make it less ideal for vigorous sports or very formal events.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Opens with a zesty burst of bergamot, grapefruit, and mandarin, giving way to an aromatic heart of lavender, basil, and a hint of warm nutmeg. The dry down settles into an earthy, woody base of vetiver and patchouli, softened by musk and a touch of vanilla, creating a clean yet complex experience.

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Where to buy

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