Ormonde Jayne 2004 EDP

U ££ Favourite

Sampaquita

by Geza Schoen

Share
Card A shareable image of this fragrance - its verdict, notes and profile. Save or copy it to post anywhere.

Ormonde Jayne Sampaquita is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2004, created by Geza Schoen. Sampaquita opens with Bergamot, Magnolia, Grass, and Litchi, settles into a heart of Water Lily, Rose, Jasmine, and Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Musk. Ormonde Jayne's Sampaquita carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

Sampaquita is a divisive fragrance that some adore for its delicate floral freshness, while others find it a "waste of cash" for its fleeting presence and 'granny perfume' vibe. It seems you either get a beautiful, evocative jasmine, or a salty, synthetic mess - a true love-it-or-hate-it scent.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Bright
  • Elegant
  • Romantic
Check price on → Check prices ↓
Sampaquita 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.

ScentArt

ScentArt Explorer What is ScentArt?

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 summer and spring.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh and subtle floral profile makes it excellent for office and casual wear, especially in warmer weather, as many reviews suggest. However, its often-criticised poor longevity and intimate sillage mean it's less suited for formal events or dates where you want a stronger presence.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Opens with a lively burst of fresh green notes and bright litchi, quickly joined by the ethereal floral notes of magnolia and bergamot. The heart blooms into a delicate bouquet of jasmine, lily of the valley, and freesia, infused with watery accents. The drydown settles into an almost imperceptible, clean musk, leaving a light, airy floral impression.

Similar

Compare & Pair

Layer

Wear two at once. See what layers well with Sampaquita Eau de Parfum - the blends worth trying, and how each one scores.

Complement

Round out the rotation. See what complements Sampaquita Eau de Parfum - fragrances that pair with it, worn side by side.

Where to buy

Prices for the United Kingdom ·

ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.

Drawn from community reviews and editor-reviewed before publishing on . See our methodology and disclosure policy.