Jo Malone London 2023 EDP

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Red Roses Cologne (2023)

by Patricia Bilodeau

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Jo Malone London Red Roses Cologne (2023) is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2023, created by Patricia Bilodeau. Red Roses Cologne (2023) opens with Lemon, settles into a heart of Rose, and dries down to a base of Honey. Jo Malone London's Red Roses Cologne (2023) carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This one's a proper divisive rose, isn't it? For some, it's a hyper-realistic, long-lasting rose dream. For others, it's just a bit too much like your nan's loo freshener. Best to try before you buy, unless you're a devoted rose fiend.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Romantic
  • Fresh
  • Bold
  • Classic
  • Elegant
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Red Roses Cologne (2023) Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Lemon100%
Heartas listed
Rose100%
Baseas listed
Honey100%

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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - summer and winter pair best.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its bold rose accord and considerable sillage (for some) make it a bit much for a conservative office, but suitable for more relaxed work environments. It shines on dates and casual outings due to its romantic and fresh nature, though its intensity demands a lighter hand for formal events. It's definitely not one for the gym.

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

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • Geraniol from Rose

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

Red Roses starts with a bright, zesty splash of lemon, giving a fresh, uplifting squeeze. Soon after, the heart unfurls into a full-bodied, authentic rose. This isn't a shy, sweet rose, but a deep, true floral scent, sometimes described as a 'dying rose petal' quality by some, or simply 'realistic' by others. As it settles, a soft, honeyed sweetness emerges, adding warmth and a hint of depth to the robust floral core.

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