Eau de Parfum2017
English Oak & Redcurrant
Yann VasnierThe nose · 77 fragrances · also made Plum Japonais (2013)Portrait →

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Jo Malone London  ·  Sold as unisex

English Oak & Redcurrant

The crisp air of a late autumn afternoon in a London park, where the tartness of red currants contrasts with the rich earthiness of oak.

3.93631 ratingsRespected, if divisive
Scent fingerprintAll 9 accords ↓
woodyfruitysoft spicyrosefreshsour
English Oak & RedcurrantPremium · $100–250
45%Similar accords, often for lessZara Orchid 2016 · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares red currant and rose8 matches →

How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityModerate22% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak7%
Weak27%
Moderate45%
Long lasting16%
Eternal5%
SillageModerate28% say strong or enormous
Intimate20%
Moderate52%
Strong14%
Enormous15%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

TopOpening

HeartThe Soul

BaseFoundation

Main Accords

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine17%
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Unisex63%
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Feminine20%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2017 by Jo Malone London and crafted by perfumer Yann Vasnier, English Oak & Redcurrant is a scent that balances the sharp vibrancy of red currant with the rich warmth of oak. The top note of red currant introduces an immediate freshness and sourness, cutting through any sweetness to create a crisp, invigorating start. As it develops, rose adds a soft floral touch, grounding the composition in a subtle elegance. The base note of oak provides a woody depth that feels both familiar and comforting, like stepping into a well-loved library.

How to wear it

This fragrance has a short-lived top note, so apply it to pulse points for an initial burst of red currant. The woody base develops gradually over time, making it ideal for daytime wear. One or two sprays are sufficient as the scent is well-balanced and not overpowering.

Fig. 01 — English Oak & Redcurrant, Jo Malone London

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Yann Vasnier portrait
03 · The nose

Yann Vasnier

Global aromatics

Yann Vasnier is a senior perfumer at Givaudan who has brought a global, cosmopolitan sensibility to the houses he works with.

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Designer Jo Malone London

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