Mimosa & Cardamom
yellow floral up front, then warm spicy, settling into powdery.
About
Mimosa & Cardamom by Jo Malone London is a Oriental Floral fragrance for women and men. Mimosa & Cardamom was launched in 2015. The nose behind this fragrance is Marie Salamagne. Top note is Cardamom; middle note is Mimosa; base note is Tonka Bean.
Nose: Marie Salamagne
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best vanilla under $50 — Sweet accords need price-tier picks with honest drydown notes.
- Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Jo Malone London picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Mimosa & Cardamom smell like?
yellow floral up front, then warm spicy, settling into powdery. Dominant accords: yellow floral, warm spicy, powdery.
What notes are in Mimosa & Cardamom?
Top: Cardamom. Heart: Mimosa. Base: Tonka Bean.
How long does Mimosa & Cardamom last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Mimosa & Cardamom loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Mimosa & Cardamom best for?
Spring is the top pick (37%). Fall is second at 28%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Mimosa & Cardamom?
Day wear leads at 79%. Night is a secondary pick at 21%.
Is Mimosa & Cardamom for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 46% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Mimosa & Cardamom?
Composed by Marie Salamagne. Released in 2015.
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