Jo Malone Orange Marmalade Cologne Review: A Citrusy Delight for the Senses
Orange Marmalade is one of Jo Malone’s newest fragrances, and it’s already making waves. Though labeled as a “cologne,” don’t be misled—this vibrant scent is wonderfully versatile, suitable for both men and women. In this review, we’ll dive into every aspect of Orange Marmalade, from the eye-catching bottle design to its gifting appeal, explore its unique scent profile, and even share where you might find samples to try it out yourself.
The Basics: Orange Marmalade Review
Jo Malone is a renowned British fragrance brand known for it’s elegance in both design and fragrance. Founded in 1994, the brand has built a reputation for its luxurious colognes, candles, and bath products. Jo Malone is celebrated for its unique approach to fragrance layering, and that definitely carries through to their 2024 Orange Marmalade fragrance.
The Orange Marmalade Cologne bottle reflects the brand’s signature elegance and simplicity. And it is perfect for a gift that’s either romantic or platonic. The rectangular design is timeless, the silver cap adds a touch of luxury. The label is enshrined on the bottle with a classic black and cream color. This is a chic bottle. You can’t go wrong giving it to someone this upcoming holiday season. Plus, it’s brand new, so you’ll be the trendy partner or family member of friend.
What Does Orange Marmalade Smell Like?
At the top, we have bright notes of orange peel. In the middle, there’s a burst of bitter orange. And in the base, we discover clary sage and cashmere wood. The orange is a powerhouse throughout the experience, which comes as no surprise given its presence in each layer. Yet, the herbal, earthy tones from the base notes add a subtle depth. The opening is distinctly citrusy and invigorating.
This is a soft and silky fragrance with a marked pungency that surprisingly works well.
Some reviewers have noted that it has a more antiseptic quality, reminiscent of an aftershave.
All in all, Orange Marmalade is a perfect summer scent; chic, fresh, and definitely unique.
Here’s a review by YouTube fragrance reviewer, Soki London. She shares the sentiment that the fragrance is overly pricey, but does say she appreciates the scent. She also mentions that she would like to see a more concentrated version of the cologne.
The Downside
Without question, the one big downside, as Soki London mentioned, is the $165 price tag.
And as of now, we haven’t received any Orange Marmalade samples so you’re stuck with the Nordstrom’s spritzers. Sign up for our newsletter and we’ll keep you updated.
The other downside is the bitter, pungent smell that some people can’t get past. We feel it’s just a departure from the typical sweet scents that inundate our perfume shelves. It may take some getting used to for some. For others, they may never come around. And that’s totally OK.
Final Notes
Orange Marmalade is a pungent powerhouse that comes with a steep price tag. Its citrusy opening is well received by many put some feel the fragrance is relatively bitter. Ultimately, it’s a bold and unique scent that’s perfect for those who appreciate the complexity of a fresh, slightly herbal cologne. If you’re looking for something vibrant and different for the summer, Orange Marmalade might just be worth the splurge.