NorthenLad

So last month, I ordered 4 samples of the new Jo Malone brand called JoLoves. I just got them today, so I must say, that it took it's time to arrive here. But they were for free, including shipping, so I really shouldn't complain. They come in a a little black package and is in 4 individual red boxes. I really like the packages, coz u can see how much effort she has put into this brand.

The fragrances are called "Pomelo" "Green Orange & Coriander", "Orange Tulle" and Gardenia.
I will give u a little preview of what I think of the scents and describe the notes for you, so u can see if they are something for u.

1. "Pomelo" is a fresh, crisp and light perfume with notes of: pink pomelo, vetiver and suede.
I think this is the perfect summer scent. But the least of the fragrances, that I like. There is nothing wrong with it. But it's just something that u have smelled a hundred times before. It is like a big glass of fizzy water with crushed ice and lime. But it dosen't have a any sillage and is only a mere whisper on the skin, after 10 minutes or so. It starts out big and very fizzy with lots and lots of the pomelo note. But the hope u have for that sour note, runs away faster than u can. I would save my money on that one.

2. "Green Orange & Coriander" is also in the fresh end of the perfume scala. But with a bit more depth. It has notes of: Bitter green orange, black pepper and Oakmoss. I definitely get the note of bitter orange. But like "Pomelo", the bright sour note, is over so quick. I can't smell the black pepper at all. And the Oakmoss is a very polite and lingers on for a while. This would be a great summer evening scent, u can wear to a BBQ or a gardenparty. It is pleasent enough to not

3. "Orange Tulle" is fun and flirty with notes of: Orange Flower, Mandarin and Neroli.
This is by far my favorite of these 4 samples. It is such a wonderful lovely smell of the Orange Flower and Neroli, that stands out big and proud. And the Mandarin is there for a little kick and it is so delightful. It lingers on my skin for a good hour or so and turns into a little flirt on my wrist. I can't sop sniffing and is one big happy smile and I have said a few time: Damn, I smell so good".

4. "Gardenia" is rich and regal. With notes of: Gardenia Blossom, White Narcissus and Ylang Ylang.
It reminds me a bit of the original first Marc Jacobs perfume. But not as ladylike has that. It is much more creamy and flowery. My problem with the Marc Jacobs is that it is very watery and dosen't smell pretty on me at all. This JoLoves Gardenia, smells like she has been dancing around in a beautiful Gardenia garden, one afternoon, where the sun is set and there is a classical band playing violins, so softly that it makes u want to cry. Very lovely and just so rich.

I don't know if any of the perfumes is worth a full bottle. They are a bit expensive. Not that there is anything wrong with that. But for something that is called eau de parfum and only lingers on as skinscents, I think I might pass. If one day, there would land a bottle of one of them or all 4, I will wear them, but I think the Pomelo one, would be used on my clothes or bedsheats.

They are on sale on her website: joloves.com, but at the moment they are all sold out. So I imagine that they are very popular.