Ormonde Jayne 2019 Edp

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Osmanthus Elixir

Ormonde Jayne Osmanthus Elixir is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019. Osmanthus Elixir opens with Pimiento, Grapefruit, and Davana, settles into a heart of Osmanthus, Jasmine, and Water Lily, and dries down to a base of Labdanum, Vetiver, Musk, and Cedar. Ormonde Jayne's Osmanthus Elixir carries an Acquired verdict, a citrus-led wear.

This Elixir by Ormonde Jayne is a bright, uplifting citrus-floral that's dividing opinion. Some say it's a 'masterpiece' and 'photorealistic', while others find it a bit 'odd' or even 'chilling'. It’s an original take on osmanthus - not one for the timid.
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  • Fresh
  • Energetic
  • Modern
  • Elegant
  • Playful
Osmanthus Elixir Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 13%
Floral 26%
Fruity 13%
Green 9%
Sweet 14%
Warm 9%
Woody 16%
Earthy 9%
Animalic 10%
Fresh 18%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Citrus
100%
Aromatic
82%
Woody
80%
Floral
75%
Fruity
68%

Notes

Top Notes

Grapefruit 45% Davana 31% Pimiento 23%

Heart Notes

Osmanthus 36% Water Lily 33% Jasmine 31%

Base Notes

Cedar 29% Musk 26% Vetiver 25% Labdanum 21%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh and uplifting character makes it versatile for casual wear and dates, but its strong projection flagged in reviews means it might be a bit much for a formal setting. The clean and airy quality, however, could work well in a carefully applied office context, especially if you want to make a fresh statement.

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About

Osmanthus Elixir opens with a zesty, effervescent burst of grapefruit, brightened by spicy pimiento and a touch of fruity-green davana. This sparkling introduction quickly unfurls into a heart of delicate osmanthus and watery jasmine, creating an airy, somewhat ethereal floral core. The dry-down settles into a comforting base of clean musk, grounding cedar, and a hint of balsamic labdanum, leaving an elegant and long-lasting trail that's both fresh and subtly woody. It's an intriguing dance between juicy fruit, fresh florals, and a quietly earthy base.

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