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Iris Prima Eau de Parfum bottle Iris Prima EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
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2013 Year 2025
££ Price Tier £
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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Iris Prima EDP
This Penhaligon's gem divides the crowd: one third rave about its unique blend of clean iris and soft leather, evoking ballet studios and vintage glamour. The rest, however, find it far too subtle, disappearing within minutes, or too simple a leather-citrus mix. Not for those who want to announce their presence, but a refined choice for personal enjoyment.
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Our Verdict - Noir 7 EDP
Noir 7 is polarising, a love-it-or-hate-it beast. Some find its woody, powdery blend intoxicating and rich, while others are put off by its intensity. Definitely not a blind buy.
Statement

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Iris Prima EDP
Noir 7 EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Jasmine 33% vs 28%
Only in Iris Prima
Iris 67%
Only in Noir 7
Rose 38% Orris 33%
Shared Notes
Leather 25% vs 13%
Vetiver 15% vs 7%
Sandalwood 15% vs 8%
Vanilla 14% vs 13%
Amber 13% vs 8%

Accords

Iris Prima Noir 7
100%
Iris
89%
Woody
100%
96%
Leather
73%
96%
Powdery
80%
61%
Vanilla
82%
73%
Earthy
68%
73%
Amber
Rose
71%
67%
Animalic
Patchouli
62%
60%
Citrus
Sweet
58%
Musky
57%
100%
Woody shared
89%
100%
Leather shared
96%
73%
Powdery shared
96%
80%
Vanilla shared
61%
82%
Earthy shared
73%
68%
73%
71%
67%
62%
60%
58%
57%

Performance

Iris Prima Noir 7
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Moderate
Projection
Intimate
Moderate
Intensity
Light

Season and Occasion Fit

Iris Prima

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Built for the cooler edges of the year - autumn and spring pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its soft sillage and moderate longevity make it ideal for office, date, and formal settings, where a gentle, refined presence is preferred. The clean iris and subtle leather accords are versatile, though it's too understated and delicate for sport.

Noir 7

Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its woody, powdery, and leathery accords, this isn't one for the office - it demands attention, which can be distracting. However, for a date or a formal event, its sophisticated and bold nature makes a strong, memorable impression.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
90%
Key Similarities

Both lean leather, powdery, woody

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Iris Prima EDP
Noir 7 EDP
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