Jo Malone London 2003 EDC

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Black Vetyver Cafe

by Jo Malone

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Jo Malone London Black Vetyver Cafe is a Cologne launched in 2003, created by Jo Malone. Black Vetyver Cafe opens with Citrus and Coffee, settles into a heart of Pepper, Nutmeg, and Coriander, and dries down to a base of Sequoia, Sandalwood, Vetiver, and Vanilla. Jo Malone London's Black Vetyver Cafe carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

A truly gorgeous, elegantly composed coffee and vetiver dream, but it's a fleeting whisper. Many adore its scent profile, yet its significant performance issues are a constant, heartbreaking lament among enthusiasts.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Cozy
  • Warm
  • Elegant
  • Subtle
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Black Vetyver Cafe Cologne 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
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

The warm spicy, woody accords and general consensus of subtle projection make it suitable for close-quarters like dates and casual wear. Its notorious lack of longevity and sillage prevents it from being ideal for formal events or sports, while being just acceptable enough for an office environment.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Imagine a rich, dark roasted coffee, subtly spiced with nutmeg and pepper, then enveloped in the earthy, woody embrace of vetiver and sequoia. A wisp of incense adds a contemplative edge, while vanilla brings a touch of creamy sweetness to this otherwise dry, sophisticated blend.

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