Shay & Blue London 2013 EDP

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Suffolk Lavender

by Julie Massé

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Shay & Blue London Suffolk Lavender is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Julie Massé. Suffolk Lavender opens with Lavender, settles into a heart of Incense and Melon, and dries down to a base of Musk, Pine, and Praline. Shay & Blue London's Suffolk Lavender carries a Statement verdict, a green-led wear.

This isn't your nan's lavender - it's a modern, slightly spicy, and surprisingly fruity twist on a classic. It’s got staying power but keeps things mellow, landing it squarely in 'easy crowd-pleaser' territory, though some find the melon a bit much.
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Suffolk Lavender Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Lavender100%
Heartas listed
Incense58%
Melon42%
Baseas listed
Musk35%
Praline35%
Pine30%

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate projection and fresh, yet complex, profile make it versatile for most settings, especially casual and office wear. While it lasts, it’s never overpowering, preventing it from being too attention-grabbing for formal events or too heavy for sport.

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.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • 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

Ethics and formulation

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  • Cruelty-free Brand-stated Shay & Blue London says so · no third-party certification found · Read the claim
  • Vegan Brand-stated Shay & Blue London says so · no third-party certification found · Read the claim

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About

Suffolk Lavender opens with a fresh, aromatic burst of lavender, far from soapy. This quickly mellows, giving way to an unexpected, subtly aquatic melon note that keeps things light. As it settles, a warm, ambery incense emerges, softly spiced, underscored by a whisper of earthy pine and a creamy praline sweetness, all cushioned by a clean musk. It’s a sophisticated and rounded take on a familiar herb.

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