Ormonde Jayne 2022 EDP

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Sakura

by Geza Schoen

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Ormonde Jayne Sakura is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2022, created by Geza Schoen. Sakura opens with Green Notes, Bergamot, Mandarin, and Lime, settles into a heart of Cyclamen, Cherry Blossom, Water Lily, and Rose, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Ormonde Jayne's Sakura carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

Divisive and complex, this isn't your traditional delicate cherry blossom. Expect a vibrant, peppery citrus opening and a battle between sharp green notes and a creamy, woody dry-down. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with fans praising its sophistication and detractors finding it a 'mess'.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Bold
  • Modern
  • Clean
  • Energetic
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Sakura Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Also Works:
Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its moderate projection and longevity make it versatile for most settings, though some find its opening too sharp for a conservative office. The unique floral-woody character lends itself well to casual wear and dates, but its complex and sometimes challenging profile might be less suited for traditional formal events.

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

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

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

Sakura opens with a dazzling, almost aggressive burst of green citrus and pink pepper, a zesty explosion of lime, bergamot, and coriander. This lively start eventually settles into a floral heart where osmanthus, violet, and a subtle cherry blossom mingle, though some find these notes elusive. The base is a sophisticated blend of sandalwood, cedar, and musky vanilla, providing a creamy, warm counterpoint to the sharp top.

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