Yardley London 2013 EDT

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Polaire

by Juliette Karagueuzoglou

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Yardley London Polaire is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2013, created by Juliette Karagueuzoglou. Polaire opens with Freesia and Pear, settles into a heart of Rose, Pink Pepper, and Ginger, and dries down to a base of Resins, Amber, and Patchouli. Yardley London's Polaire carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This unpretentious gem offers surprising depth for its price tag. It's a crowd-pleaser for those who appreciate understated elegance, though don't expect a beast mode projector. Give it time to bloom; the initial spray can be misleading.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Subtle
  • Elegant
  • Relaxed
  • Warm
  • Classic
Polaire Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Baseas listed
Resins30%

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:
Date

Its gentle character and minimal sillage make it perfect for office wear, leaving a pleasant aura without overwhelming colleagues. While lovely for casual and intimate date settings, its 'shy' nature means it won't project much for formal occasions or stand up to energetic activities.

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

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

Polaire opens with a shy, sweet pear layered over delicate freesia, quickly transitioning to a heart of soft, powdery rose warmed by a touch of ginger and pink pepper. The base anchors the florals with a refined blend of sweet patchouli and smooth amber, rounded out by resinous depth. It's a harmonious and subtly sweet floral-amber journey.

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Where to buy

Prices for the United Kingdom · · checked 25 September


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