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Perfume Parlour 2020 EDP

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Bright Herb

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Perfume Parlour Bright Herb is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020. Bright Herb opens with Ambrette, settles into a heart of Poppy, Orris, and Fig, and dries down to a base of Barley, Heliotrope, and Tonka Bean. Perfume Parlour's Bright Herb carries a Statement verdict, a sweet-led wear.

Bright Herb echoes Jo Malone's Scarlet Poppy Intense with its creamy milky fig, poppy seed and cosy tonka warmth. That soft, effortless seduction comes through, though it wears flatter and skin-closer than the richer original.
  • Cozy
  • Comforting
  • Romantic
  • Sensual
  • Refined
Bright Herb Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Intimate
Intensity
Light

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

The cosy, creamy fig-gourmand suits spring and autumn best, staying comforting without the heaviness of deep winter scents.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Soft and snuggly, it works for casual, daily and date wear and is gentle enough for the office.

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About

Bright Herb is Perfume Parlour's take on Jo Malone's Scarlet Poppy Cologne Intense, the cosy fig-and-poppy gourmand-floral. It opens with a soft, musky ambrette before a creamy, milky fig takes over, dusted with black poppy seed and powdery orris. The base brings comforting barley, almond-tinged heliotrope and sweet tonka, giving it that warm, snuggly, cherry-almond-lotion feel. Against the Jo Malone, this budget version simplifies the lush creaminess and reads a touch flatter and sweeter, with longevity sitting close to the skin rather than the original's stronger sillage. Still, the cosy, softly seductive fig-gourmand character is well captured, making it an easy, comforting budget option for relaxed days and gentle date nights through spring and autumn.