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Ormonde Jayne Formosa

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Ormonde Jayne Formosa: Fresh Wind from the Island

Eau de Parfum Ormonde Jayne Formosa, released in 2022, is a unisex composition that instantly transports you to a tropical island.

The brand Ormonde Jayne, founded in London by Linda Pilkington, is renowned for exquisite niche fragrances, and Formosa is no exception. It is a green-woody-floral elixir with a vibrant character.

Olfactory Journey

From the first seconds, the fragrance sparkles with citrus freshness of bergamot and citron, softened by the sweetness of blackcurrant and the spiciness of cardamom.

In the heart, delicate freesia blooms alongside velvety osmanthus and soothing green tea. The base of cedar, sandalwood, tea, and musk gives a soft, enveloping aftertaste.

This fragrance is truly unisex: it is equally beautiful on women's and men's skin. The sillage is noticeable but not intrusive, leaving a pleasant clean trail.

We recommend applying 1-2 sprays on skin and the same on clothing – this is enough for a comfortable presence.

Character and Mood

Formosa is a mood fragrance. It gives a feeling of purity and freedom, as if you went for a morning walk in a botanical garden.

Green notes intertwine with a floral heart, and the woody base adds confidence. Ideal for daytime use, but thanks to its noticeable sillage, it also suits a romantic evening.

The longevity is high: on skin it lasts 6-8 hours, on clothing until the next day. At the same time, it sounds harmonious without overpowering other scents.

Don't be afraid to experiment: mix Formosa with other Ormonde Jayne fragrances to create a unique cocktail.

Author and Philosophy

The composition was created by the brand's founder herself, Linda Pilkington. Her approach is to use only the best natural ingredients and create fragrances that tell stories.

Formosa is inspired by the tropical nature of Taiwan (Formosa) and infused with sun, greenery, and flowers.

Ideas for Discovery

If you like Formosa, check out Gianfranco Ferre Gieffeffe – they share a similar green-floral soul.

Also try Edgardio Chilini Strawberry Ecstasy and Isabel Derroisné / ID Parfums Âme Toscane – they will reveal new facets of fruity-tea notes.

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Key fragrance characteristics

Better suited for:
Men and women (unisex)
High fragrance longevity

The fragrance is highly persistent and lasts on the skin for up to 8–10 hours, gradually revealing its notes and allowing you to enjoy the full bouquet throughout the day

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Sillage
Noticeable

The scent is clearly present near you, but it does not fill the entire space

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Style
Everyday

The perfume has a fresh scent that is not too intense, so it does not overwhelm those around you with strong essences

Everyday
Concentration
Eau de parfum

A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail

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Fragrance seasonality
Spring - Summer

Fragrances for spring and summer unfold with light citrus notes, floral and fruity accords, filling the composition with freshness, airiness, and a feeling of carefree lightness on warm days

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Description of the composition

The pyramid of Ormonde Jayne Formosa opens with bright citrus: bergamot, citron, blackcurrant and cardamom.

The heart of the composition is freesia, osmanthus and green tea, creating a delicate, slightly powdery accord.

The base consists of cedar, sandalwood, tea and musk - a warm, woody-musky cushion that stays on the skin for a long time.

Thanks to this combination, the fragrance sounds fresh, but at the same time deep and multifaceted. This is an ideal choice for spring and summer, as well as for everyday use.

Perfumers

Gender Unisex
Brand Ormonde Jayne
Segment Niche perfumery
Country United Kingdom
Website http://www.ormondejayne.com
Year of production 2022
Status Produced
Concentration Eau de parfum

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Composition pyramid

Note photo Bergamot
Bergamot
Note photo Blackcurrant
Blackcurrant
Note photo Cardamom
Cardamom
Note photo Freesia
Freesia
Note photo Green Tea
Green Tea
Note photo Osmanthus
Osmanthus
Note photo Cedar
Cedar
Note photo Sandalwood
Sandalwood
Note photo Tea
Tea

Top notes

Bergamot Blackcurrant Cardamom Cedrat

Heart notes

Freesia Green Tea Osmanthus

Base notes

Cedar Sandalwood Tea musk

Families

Family Floral Floral
Family Green Green
Family Wood Wood

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The persistence of a fragrance is determined by how long it can be felt. It is a characteristic associated with ingredients that evaporate slowly. Persistence depends on the physical properties of the perfume ingredients—mainly their volatility and environmental factors such as temperature and humidity.
Persistence
High (5 to 12 hours)
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Sillage
Imagine a light cloud of fragrance that, like an aeroplane trail, remains in the air after your appearance. This is the sillage - a subtle or vivid imprint left by the most diffuse element of a perfume composition. The sillage can be almost invisible when it is felt only by you and those around you. Or it can be so expressive that its presence is noticed even long after you have left.
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Noticeable
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Complexity and depth
The complexity of a fragrance is the number and variety of notes that create a unique composition. A complex fragrance contains many different notes that reveal themselves on the skin. The depth of a fragrance is the richness and intensity of the fragrance. Fragrances with a deep composition include heavy and powerful notes that stay on the skin longer and affect others over long distances.
Complexity and depth
Medium and varied
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Gathers compliments
5
Intensity
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Strong
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Bottle
High quality
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Spray
Spray
High quality
4
Packaging quality
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High quality
4
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