Jo Malone London 2020 Cologne

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Midnight Musk & Amber

Jo Malone London Midnight Musk & Amber is a Cologne launched in 2020. Midnight Musk & Amber opens with Juniper, settles into a heart of Amber, and dries down to a base of Musk. Jo Malone London's Midnight Musk & Amber carries a Favourite verdict, a amber-led wear.

This one's a proper divisive scent -- some reckon it's a cosy, clean hug in a bottle, while others find it cloying and reminiscent of toilet air freshener. It's an atmospheric musk-amber that packs a surprising punch for a Jo Malone, but it's definitely not for everyone.
  • Sensual
  • Cozy
  • Mysterious
  • Elegant
  • Warm
Midnight Musk & Amber Cologne bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 0%
Floral 5%
Fruity 0%
Green 13%
Sweet 20%
Warm 23%
Woody 27%
Earthy 8%
Animalic 32%
Fresh 18%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Amber
100%
Musky
97%
Aromatic
89%
Powdery
74%

Notes

Top Notes

Heart Notes

Base Notes

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its strong projection and longevity, unusual for Jo Malone, make it less ideal for a discreet office environment. However, the warm and sensual amber-musk blend is perfect for dates and evening wear, and many reviewers find it versatile enough for cooler-weather casual use. It's too rich and heavy for sport.

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About

Midnight Musk & Amber opens with a brisk, aromatic juniper-led freshness, hinting at cool, crisp nights. This swiftly gives way to a dominant, enveloping amber heart that's rich and deeply comforting. The base settles into a soft yet potent black musk, sometimes sweet, sometimes powdery, lending a sensual and long-lasting finish. It's a complex interplay of warm and cool notes, with a surprising depth for a cologne.