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Scarlet Poppy

Name: Scarlet Poppy
Brand: Jo Malone

Jo Malone·2021

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Accords

Notes

TopAmbrette

HeartTurkish poppy//Heliotrope//Iris

BaseTonka bean//Fig//Barley

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What does Scarlet Poppy smell like?

Jo Malone London builds Scarlet Poppy around a rich floral accord, given a soft, velvety texture by iris and deeper powderiness by heliotrope. In the brand’s account, barley and tonka add sweetness while fig brings succulence. The composition began with an accord Mathilde Bijaoui had shown fragrance director Céline Roux years before there was a project for it. Roux says the idea of a Cologne Intense inspired by the large poppies of Asia finally gave that accord its setting.

Details

House: Jo Malone
Gender: unisex
Year: 2021
Longevity: 6.8 / 10 · 441 Parfumo ratings
Sillage: 6.5 / 10 · 435 Parfumo ratings
Season votes on Parfumo: Fall (156 votes), Spring (141 votes)
Occasion votes on Parfumo: Leisure (148 votes), Daily (139 votes)
Scent Profile: Floral, Sweet, Creamy, Powdery, Spicy
Perfumer: Mathilde Bijaoui

Historical community ratings and votes imported from Parfumo. Values may have changed since import; the observation date is unavailable. Ratings reflect community opinions, not measured wear tests. Categories show up to two leading vote counts; votes are category selections and may overlap.

Community Insights

The fragrance is widely celebrated for its "addictive" quality, with enthusiasts often describing the scent as having a cocooning, delectable aura that is easy to wear but difficult to stop smelling.
Performance is a major talking point; as part of the Cologne Intense line, it is noted for lasting longer than the brand’s standard offerings, often sticking to skin for 6 to 8 hours, though it transition into a quiet skin scent after the first few hours.
While it is classified as a unisex floral, many users find the creamy tonka and powdery iris blend to be versatile enough for anyone who enjoys sweet, "fluffy" compositions.
It is considered a multi-seasonal staple, though it is particularly favored during the transition between fall and spring when its warm, toasted barley and fig notes can truly shine.
The scent is frequently praised for its linearity—what you smell at the start is largely what you get throughout the day, which the community finds dependable and elegant.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the performance of Scarlet Poppy compare to other Jo Malone fragrances?+

Because it belongs to the Cologne Intense collection, it generally offers better longevity than the standard clear-bottle colognes. While many Jo Malone scents are known for fading quickly, this one is reported to last most of a workday, though its projection becomes very intimate after four hours.

Is this fragrance suitable for office wear?+

Yes. Despite its "intense" label, the powdery and creamy profile is professional and non-aggressive. It creates a soft "bubble" around the wearer rather than filling a room, making it safe for business and daily leisure.

Can this scent be worn during the summer?+

While it is most popular in fall and spring due to its warm tonka and barley base, it can be worn in summer, especially in the evening. However, the creamy sweetness may feel a bit heavy in high humidity or extreme heat.

How does the fig note influence the scent?+

The fig provides a milky, succulent fruitiness that bridges the gap between the powdery florals and the earthy, toasted base. It adds to the "creamy" accord without making the fragrance smell like a fruit basket.

Appears in Collections

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What does Scarlet Poppy smell like?

Jo Malone London builds Scarlet Poppy around a rich floral accord, given a soft, velvety texture by iris and deeper powderiness by heliotrope. In the brand’s account, barley and tonka add sweetness while fig brings succulence. The composition began with an accord Mathilde Bijaoui had shown fragrance director Céline Roux years before there was a project for it. Roux says the idea of a Cologne Intense inspired by the large poppies of Asia finally gave that accord its setting.

Details

House: Jo Malone
Gender: unisex
Year: 2021
Longevity: 6.8 / 10 · 441 Parfumo ratings
Sillage: 6.5 / 10 · 435 Parfumo ratings
Season votes on Parfumo: Fall (156 votes), Spring (141 votes)
Occasion votes on Parfumo: Leisure (148 votes), Daily (139 votes)
Scent Profile: Floral, Sweet, Creamy, Powdery, Spicy
Perfumer: Mathilde Bijaoui

Historical community ratings and votes imported from Parfumo. Values may have changed since import; the observation date is unavailable. Ratings reflect community opinions, not measured wear tests. Categories show up to two leading vote counts; votes are category selections and may overlap.

Community Insights

The fragrance is widely celebrated for its "addictive" quality, with enthusiasts often describing the scent as having a cocooning, delectable aura that is easy to wear but difficult to stop smelling.
Performance is a major talking point; as part of the Cologne Intense line, it is noted for lasting longer than the brand’s standard offerings, often sticking to skin for 6 to 8 hours, though it transition into a quiet skin scent after the first few hours.
While it is classified as a unisex floral, many users find the creamy tonka and powdery iris blend to be versatile enough for anyone who enjoys sweet, "fluffy" compositions.
It is considered a multi-seasonal staple, though it is particularly favored during the transition between fall and spring when its warm, toasted barley and fig notes can truly shine.
The scent is frequently praised for its linearity—what you smell at the start is largely what you get throughout the day, which the community finds dependable and elegant.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the performance of Scarlet Poppy compare to other Jo Malone fragrances?+

Because it belongs to the Cologne Intense collection, it generally offers better longevity than the standard clear-bottle colognes. While many Jo Malone scents are known for fading quickly, this one is reported to last most of a workday, though its projection becomes very intimate after four hours.

Is this fragrance suitable for office wear?+

Yes. Despite its "intense" label, the powdery and creamy profile is professional and non-aggressive. It creates a soft "bubble" around the wearer rather than filling a room, making it safe for business and daily leisure.

Can this scent be worn during the summer?+

While it is most popular in fall and spring due to its warm tonka and barley base, it can be worn in summer, especially in the evening. However, the creamy sweetness may feel a bit heavy in high humidity or extreme heat.

How does the fig note influence the scent?+

The fig provides a milky, succulent fruitiness that bridges the gap between the powdery florals and the earthy, toasted base. It adds to the "creamy" accord without making the fragrance smell like a fruit basket.

Is Scarlet Poppy a true gourmand?+

It is frequently described as a "floral gourmand." It contains edible-sounding notes like barley, fig, and tonka bean, but the heavy presence of iris and poppy keeps it firmly grounded in the floral category rather than smelling like a literal pastry.

How do people feel about the value of the Cologne Intense bottle size?+

Enthusiasts often find the price point justified by the scent’s unique profile—noting there isn't much else on the market that smells quite like it—and the fact that it is more potent than the brand's lighter offerings.

Accords

Notes

TopAmbrette

HeartTurkish poppy//Heliotrope//Iris

BaseTonka bean//Fig//Barley

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Appears in Collections

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Where to buy Scarlet Poppy

bottles from $195.99 (100ml) · 1 retailer

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100ml

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