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Friday, September 11, 2009

Whom You Know kicks off our coverage of Jo Malone: Vanilla & Anise by Jo Malone


Let your senses be enticed by Vanilla & Anise, launched this month, the latest fragrance from the World of Jo Malone™. Inspired by the floral landscape of Madagascar, Vanilla & Anise captures the fleeting moment of the blossoming rare vanilla orchid. Whom You Know has tested this product and recommends it! The unique combination distinguishes the scent from all others we have tried and it is perfectly fresh for fall. Also, we are pleased to kick off our inaugural coverage of Jo Malone!

The fragile cream and white flowers found on the vanilla vine are a precious discovery: only one or two appear in the morning and seemingly vanish by late afternoon. Vanilla & Anise blends notes of bergamot, neroli and star anise to create a touch of spice sparkling above transparent layers of delicate vanilla orchid and frangipani. The warmth of vetiver, white amber and the subtlest hint of clove complete this unexpected, modern story of vanilla.



Fragrance Combining™ Tip:

To fragrance combine, spritz one Jo Malone Cologne, let it dry, and then sprtiz a different Cologne on top to create a bespoke, signature scent. Spritz lively, uplifting Vanilla & Anise and then spritz zesty, juicy Grapefruit for a crisp, refreshing fragrance combination.


The Composition

Top Notes: Sicilian Bergamot, Tunisian Neroli, Wild Fennel Flower, Star Anise

Middle Notes: Oleander, Tuberose, Frangipani

Base Notes: Creamy Musks, Madagascar Clove, White Amber, Vetiver Bourbon, Vanilla Bourbon Absolute, Tonka


Vanilla & Anise

Cologne (3.4 fl oz; 100 ml) $100 USA/ $118 CAN

Cologne (1 fl oz; 30 ml) $55 USA/ $70 CAN

suggested retail prices


Available at Jo Malone Shops, jomalone.com, Bergdorf Goodman and select Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue stores nationwide. Available exclusively at Holt Renfrew in Canada.

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