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Score
76/100

Jo Malone London

English Pear & Freesia Cologne

2010

September in a London garden — ripe fruit, cool air, something ending gracefully.

English Pear & Freesia
floral
fruity
rose

The take

What works

  • Crisp, juicy pear-freesia opening that's immediately likeable
  • Patchouli base adds grounding the opening promises
  • One of the most versatile and accessible Jo Malone colognes

Trade-offs

  • Modest longevity — premium cologne fades faster than EDP territory
  • Pear can tip sweet on warmer skin

Notes

Top

PearPearMelonMelon

Mid

FreesiaFreesiaRoseRose

Base

MuskMuskPatchouliPatchouliRhubarbRhubarbAmberAmber

Performance

Longevity
6–8 hours
Projection
Arm's length
Sillage
Soft trail

When to wear

Spring100%
Summer76%
Fall37%
Winter18%
Day98%
Night17%

Occasions

OfficeCasual

Gender

Unisex

Smells like

Similar scent DNA — if you own one, you may not need the other

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does English Pear & Freesia last?

6–8 hours on most skin (good longevity at 70/100) with solid projection.

When should you wear English Pear & Freesia?

Best in spring, daytime-leaning. Suited to office, casual.

Is English Pear & Freesia worth it?

At $105–$150, fine — with caveats. Crisp, juicy pear-freesia opening that's immediately likeable. Patchouli base adds grounding the opening promises.

Details

Perfumer
Christine Nagel