Jo Malone London 2019 EDP

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Star Magnolia Cologne (2019)

by Anne Flipo

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Jo Malone London Star Magnolia Cologne (2019) is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Anne Flipo. Star Magnolia Cologne (2019) opens with Shiso, Lemon, and Ginger, settles into a heart of Neroli and Magnolia, and dries down to a base of Amber and Cedar. Jo Malone London's Star Magnolia Cologne (2019) carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This one's a proper wild card. Some reckon it's a stunning, true magnolia; others call it a fleeting, forgettable flop. If you love clean white florals, it's worth a sniff, but don't expect it to last longer than your morning cuppa.
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  • Fresh
  • Elegant
  • Relaxed
  • Modern
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Star Magnolia Cologne (2019) Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Lemon36%
Shiso34%
Ginger30%
Heartas listed
Magnolia61%
Neroli39%
Baseas listed
Cedar59%
Amber41%

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its fresh, clean floral character and moderate sillage make it ideal for office wear and casual outings. Some reviewers found its longevity lacking, which also points to a more subtle, daytime suitability, though it could work for a relaxed date.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli

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

Star Magnolia kicks off with a zesty, almost sparkling lemon and ginger punch, softened by the green, slightly peppery shiso. Soon, the creamy, delicate magnolia unfurls, gracefully intertwined with the sweet, honeyed brightness of neroli. It eventually settles into a clean, woody base of cedar, with just a touch of warm amber to ground the fresh, ethereal florals.

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