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Old Windsor Cologne bottle Old Windsor EDC
EDC Concentration EDP
U Gender M
2013 Year -
£ Price Tier £
English Castle For Men Eau de Parfum bottle English Castle For Men EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Old Windsor EDC
A proper old-school cologne, Old Windsor is a blast from the past that delivers bright citruses and creamy woods. It's a classic for a reason, perfect for those who appreciate traditional, sophisticated scents.
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Our Verdict - English Castle For Men EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Windsor - a citrus fragrance led by Pine, Lime, with floral depth. The dupe trades some of the original's depth and longevity for a wallet-friendly price, keeping the recognisable character.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Old Windsor EDC
English Castle For Men EDP

Notes

Only in English Castle For Men
Pine 53% Lime 47%
Shared Notes
Rose 35% vs 100%
Shared Notes
Cedar 27% vs 38%
Only in Old Windsor
Sandalwood 41% Musk 32%
Only in English Castle For Men
Eucalyptus 33% Orange 29%

Accords

Old Windsor English Castle For Men
100%
Citrus
90%
Floral
78%
67%
Woody
66%
55%
Aromatic
Fresh
54%
52%
Powdery
51%
Rose
51%
Lavender
46%
Musky
Citrus shared
100%
90%
78%
Woody shared
67%
66%
55%
54%
52%
51%
51%
46%

Performance

Old Windsor English Castle For Men
Short (2-4h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Light
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Old Windsor

Seasons

Best For:
Spring

A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its traditional cologne profile and moderate projection make it a flexible choice for casual daily wear and the office. While quite sophisticated, its 'old-school' vibe might be less suited for very formal events or high-energy activities.

English Castle For Men

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

The citrus character is happiest in spring and summer - the freshness reads bright and clean in milder weather; the dupe's lighter build means it can struggle to project in the opposite season.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Its citrus, floral signature leans toward casual and daily wear - approachable enough for date use without overwhelming a room.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
66%
Key Similarities

Both lean citrus, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Old Windsor EDC
English Castle For Men EDP
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