Is Perfume Parlour English Castle For Men a dupe of Crabtree & Evelyn Old Windsor?
Old Windsor EDC
| EDC | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | M |
| 2013 | Year | - |
| £ | Price Tier | £ |
English Castle For Men EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
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.
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.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.
Occasions
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.
Seasons
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
Its citrus, floral signature leans toward casual and daily wear - approachable enough for date use without overwhelming a room.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 2 of its 6 notes, including Rose, Cedar
Adds eucalyptus and lime, drops bergamot and bitter orange
Where to buy
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English Castle For Men EDP
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