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Royal Diamond

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Yardley London Royal Diamond is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2012. Royal Diamond opens with Bergamot and Pear, settles into a heart of Rose, Lily of the Valley, Peony, and Honey, and dries down to a base of Cedar, Sandalwood, Vanilla, and Benzoin. Yardley London's Royal Diamond carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

A properly lovely, fresh floral that punches well above its weight for the price. Just a shame about the fleeting performance, which is its one major drawback.
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  • Elegant
  • Clean
  • Classic
  • Soft
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Royal Diamond Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Also Works:
Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its clean, fresh floral character makes it perfect for everyday casual wear and office settings, as it's unlikely to offend. The poor longevity means it won't project too much, making it unsuitable for formal events where a more lasting impression is desired.

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

Royal Diamond opens with a bright and juicy sparkle of pear and bergamot, a fresh and inviting start. It swiftly transitions to a heart of delicate rose and lily of the valley, tempered by the honeyed sweetness of peony. This floral core is soft and well-rounded, never cloying. The base provides a gentle warmth with creamy sandalwood, grounding cedar, and a whisper of vanilla, ensuring a smooth and elegant finish that evokes walking through a blooming garden.

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