Yardley London 2020 EDT

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Poppy & Violet

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Yardley London Poppy & Violet is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2020. Poppy & Violet opens with Allspice, Bergamot, and Ivy, settles into a heart of Poppy, Rose, and Violet, and dries down to a base of Cashmere Wood, Musk, and Cedar. Yardley London's Poppy & Violet carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

This Yardley gem is a surprisingly sophisticated, fresh floral that punches above its weight. It's an affordable, clean-smelling crowd-pleaser that proves you don't need to break the bank for everyday elegance.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
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Poppy & Violet Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Bergamot40%
Ivy40%
Allspice20%
Heartas listed
Rose34%
Violet34%
Poppy32%
Baseas listed
Cedar37%
Musk37%
Cashmere Wood26%

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 Fall
Also Works:
Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Sport

Its fresh, clean profile and moderate performance make it ideal for office and casual wear, as noted by community reviews. While versatile, its lighter sillage and non-assertive character make it less suited for formal events or impactful dates.

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

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • 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

A crisp, invigorating opening of bergamot and a hint of pimiento spice leads into a delicate heart where powdery violet and soft rose intertwine with the subtle, green freshness of poppy. As it settles, a clean musk and warm cashmere wood provide a comforting base, grounded by earthy cedar. The overall effect is clean, airy, and effortlessly graceful, with a touch of unexpected spice.

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