Marc Jacobs Fragrance review

Daisy Bloom Review: Marc Jacobs Violet Limited Edition

A fresh violet-and-daisy limited edition with polite, office-friendly performance.

By Vivir ·
Marc Jacobs Daisy Bloom arrived in 2009 as a limited-edition entry in the Daisy line. It is described as the third entry in the Daisy family and was positioned as a spring release. The concept is a fresh mixture of violets and white daisies. It uses the classic Daisy bottle with a light-green flower cap and gold-lit pistil, and it was sold with decorative stickers. That packaging makes it a collectible for fans of the line. The fragrance is an EDT for women. The perfumer is not publicly credited. The original Daisy was composed by Alberto Morillas, so his work is context for the line rather than a confirmed attribution for Daisy Bloom. This review uses verified data and notes where information is limited. Daisy Bloom is not a loud or heavy composition. Its listed accords are violet, powdery, floral, fresh, and woody. The note pyramid opens with cactus, iris, mandarin orange, myrrh, and wisteria; the heart includes amber, cotton flower, jasmine, litchi, and violet; the base includes cedar, musk, sandalwood, vanilla, and woody notes. The result is a powdery floral with fresh citrus and a soft woody-musk finish. It fits the Daisy line's easy, optimistic style. Because Daisy Bloom is a discontinued limited edition, availability is part of the story. Original 2009 retail was about $82; a 50ml range is listed at $45-$90, but secondary-market prices vary widely and are often higher. Fragrantica's archived JP entry shows 3.98/5 from 108 votes; the English page may show a slightly different current average. This article separates verified facts from reasonable wear guidance.
Longevity
3.0
Projection
3.0
Sillage
3.0
$45-$90 (50ml; original retail ~$82)
SpringSummerFallWinter

Accords

Violet Powdery Floral Fresh Woody

Notes Pyramid

Top
cactusirismandarin orangemyrrhwisteria
Heart
ambercotton flowerjasminelitchiviolet
Base
cedarmusksandalwoodvanillawoody notes

Scent Journey

1
Opening 0-30 min

First 0-30 minutes: fresh and powdery. Cactus and mandarin orange provide a light green-citrus lift, while iris and wisteria push a soft floral-powdery tone. Myrrh is subtle, adding a faint resinous texture rather than a heavy incense effect. The opening reads clean and spring-like.

2
Heart 1-2 hrs

1-2 hours, heart: more rounded and floral. Violet is central, supported by jasmine and cotton flower. Litchi adds a gentle fruity sweetness, and amber warms the composition. The powdery character remains, but the fragrance feels softer and more skin-close.

3
Drydown 4+ hrs

4+ hours: the base settles into cedar, musk, sandalwood, vanilla, and woody notes. It is a soft, clean woody-musk finish with a hint of vanilla. By this stage, projection is moderate to close-to-skin. Wear time is generally 3-6 hours, so the drydown may overlap with the final wear phase rather than lasting all day.

Performance Dashboard

Longevity 3.0/5

3-6 hours on most wearers; consistent with an EDT and a moderate profile.

Projection 3.0/5

Moderate, close-to-skin after the first hour; polite for office and daytime wear.

Sillage 3.0/5

Moderate; leaves a soft trail rather than filling a room.

When to Wear

SpringBest
SummerBest
FallOK
WinterAvoid
daytimeofficecasualspring/summer outings

Pros & Cons

  • Fresh violet-and-daisy concept
  • Office-friendly moderate projection
  • Limited-edition Daisy bottle with decorative stickers
  • Good for spring and summer daytime wear
  • Longevity is only about 3-6 hours
  • Becomes close-to-skin after the first hour
  • Discontinued limited edition can be hard to find
  • Perfumer is not publicly credited

Price & Value

$45-$90 (50ml; original retail ~$82)
Original retail was reasonable for an EDT; discontinued secondary-market prices vary widely and can exceed the range.

“Worth original retail if you love powdery violet florals; secondary prices require caution.”

Reformulation History

No significant batch variations are reported. As a discontinued limited edition, condition, storage, and seller authenticity matter more than batch codes.

Who It's For

Ideal For

  • women who enjoy violet and powdery florals
  • office and daytime wearers
  • fans of the Daisy line
  • spring and summer scent wardrobes

Not Recommended For

  • those seeking strong projection or all-day longevity
  • wearers who dislike powdery violet notes
  • collectors expecting a heavy winter fragrance

The Family

Explore More

Clone Alternatives

Violet Perfume Oil Scent by the Sea
Nochnaya Fialka Dilis Parfum

You May Also Enjoy

Layering Ideas

Final Verdict

Marc Jacobs Daisy Bloom is a pleasant, limited-edition violet twist on the Daisy idea: fresh, powdery, and easy for daytime or office wear. Its moderate 3-6 hour performance and close-to-skin finish suit spring and summer rather than cold-weather power wear. Collectors should buy for the bottle and violet theme, not for projection or longevity.

More fragrances we love

Sponsored picks

Also worth your attention: watches

Sponsored picks
Marc JacobsDaisy Bloomviolet fragrancepowdery florallimited editionspring fragranceoffice fragrance