Jo Malone London 2013 Edp

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Lemon Tart

by Christine Nagel

Jo Malone London Lemon Tart is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Christine Nagel. Lemon Tart settles into a heart of Meringue, Thyme, Citrus, and Lemon. Jo Malone London's Lemon Tart carries an Acquired verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Don't expect a true gourmand delight from Jo Malone's Lemon Tart; it's more of a zest-forward, clean experience that divides opinion. Some find it a pleasant, if fleeting, lemon scent, while others are reminded of cleaning products. The name promises a dessert, but the reality is a linear, fresh lemon that doesn't quite deliver on the 'tart' part.
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Sweet
  • Classic
  • Soft
Lemon Tart Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 39%
Floral 0%
Fruity 3%
Green 20%
Sweet 27%
Warm 7%
Woody 0%
Earthy 2%
Animalic 0%
Fresh 32%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its fresh, clean, and understated nature makes it suitable for office wear and casual outings, though its poor longevity means frequent reapplication. It's too linear and not complex enough for formal events or romantic dates, given the consensus that it doesn't evoke a gourmand allure.

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This scent opens with a burst of bright, zingy lemon, sharper than expected for something named 'Lemon Tart.' The citrus is dominant and fresh, quickly settling into a clean, powdery lemon verbena. There's a subtle sweetness from the meringue, but the gourmand aspect is fleeting and understated, leaving you with an aromatic, somewhat linear lemon impression rather than a rich dessert.