Yardley London 2020 EDT

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Exquisite Peony

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Yardley London Exquisite Peony is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2020. Exquisite Peony opens with Citrus, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Peony, and Freesia, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Musk, and Cedar. Yardley London's Exquisite Peony carries a Favourite verdict, a fresh-led wear.

This is a clean, fresh floral that punches above its weight, especially if you're after a Chloé EDP vibe without the hefty price tag. It's a crowd-pleaser for those who love a straightforward, refreshing peony.
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  • Fresh
  • Bold
  • Powdery
  • Elegant
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Exquisite Peony Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Citrus100%
Heartas listed
Peony35%
Rose26%
Freesia22%
Jasmine17%
Baseas listed
Musk38%
Woody Notes38%
Cedar25%

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
Short (2-4h)
Projection
Intimate
Intensity
Light

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Fall

Built on floral, rose and fresh - a composition that sits best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its clean, fresh floral profile makes it incredibly versatile for everyday wear, particularly suitable for office and casual settings where it won't overpower. The gentle nature might be too understated for a formal event, but its refreshing quality could work for light 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.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • 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

We report other people's certifications, never our own. Every claim links to its source.

  • Cruelty-free Brand-stated Yardley London says so · no third-party certification found · Read the claim

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About

Exquisite Peony opens with a bright, zesty burst of citrus that quickly gives way to a lush, blooming garden. The heart sings with a fresh, dewy peony, complemented by the delicate sweetness of rose and the airy lift of freesia and jasmine. As it settles, a soft, clean musk emerges, underpinned by warm, woody notes of cedar, giving it a gentle, lasting embrace. It's a linear yet charming scent, reminiscent of a crisp, cool morning.

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