by Swiss Arabian
Royal Mystery is a sparkling, fruity floral scent with a fresh, juicy opening of pear and melon, layered with freesia and rose. The fragrance quickly evolves into a softly sweet, effervescent chypre with a creamy, ambery base of patchouli, musk, and amber, enhanced by a subtle tart rhubarb note. It shares a compelling resemblance to Jo Malone's English Pear & Freesia in its initial burst, but diverges in drydown with a warmer, more structured profile that leans into a rosy, floriental chypre character. The performance is strong—longevity is notably extended for its price point, and the sillage is moderate to strong, making it suitable for daytime and evening wear. Some find the rhubarb and rose notes prominent, giving it a slightly vintage, 90s-inspired vibe, while others perceive it as a more robust, bolder alternative to the delicate original.