The latest release from Jo Malone is Blackberry & Bay, which the company describes as…
Inspired by childhood memories of blackberry picking. A burst of deep, tart blackberry juice, blending with the freshness of just-gathered bay and brambly woods. A scent of innocence.
Blackberry & Bay was developed for Jo Malone by perfumer Fabrice Pellegrin.
My favorite Jo Malone fragrances include Lime Basil & Mandarin, Nectarine Blossom & Honey and Pomegranate Noir. However, I’m not a fan of the higher-priced limited editions, nor of several recent releases, such as English Pear & Freesia and Wild Bluebell. In fact, I haven’t really understood the brand’s recent direction — I’m still scratching my head over those Wild Bluebell visuals — so I wasn’t sure what to expect from Blackberry & Bay. I ended up liking it very much; it seems to be a return to form for Jo Malone…
