Yardley London 2011 EDT

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Iris

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Yardley London Iris is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2011. Iris opens with Citrus and Green Notes, settles into a heart of Rose, Iris, Violet, and Lily of the Valley, and dries down to a base of Vanilla. Yardley London's Iris carries a Favourite verdict, a sweet-led wear.

This budget-friendly Iris is a surprisingly sophisticated, if fleeting, floral. It's divisive; some find it a gorgeous, cool iris, while others are baffled by a prominent 'lavender' note and its poor longevity. Definitely try before you buy, if you can find it.
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  • Subtle
  • Clean
  • Relaxed
  • Sophisticated
  • Classic
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Iris Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Green Notes57%
Citrus43%
Heartas listed
Iris36%
Violet25%
Lily of the Valley20%
Rose20%
Baseas listed
Vanilla100%

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
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Formal Sport

Its subdued nature and poor sillage make it perfect for office wear or a casual daytime scent in warmer weather. While some find it elegant enough for formal events, the lack of longevity will require frequent reapplication, making it less ideal for longer occasions.

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

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 Yardley London says so · no third-party certification found · Read the claim

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About

Yardley Iris opens with a crisp, green citrus burst, quickly giving way to a cool, clean floral heart. Iris takes centre stage, airy and powdery, beautifully supported by delicate lily of the valley, a subtle whisper of rose, and soft violet. A gentle vanilla rounds out the base, adding a touch of understated warmth, but the overall impression remains fresh and ethereal.

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