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Iris Prima Eau de Parfum bottle Iris Prima EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2013 Year 2020
££ Price Tier ££££
Suede Orris Eau de Parfum bottle Suede Orris EDP

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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 - Suede Orris EDP
Molton Brown Suede Orris is an 'old money' iris scent with a sophisticated, clean character, divisive at the top but settling into an elegant, long-lasting dry-down. It's not a powerhouse, but its subtle refinement makes it a standout.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Iris Prima EDP
Suede Orris EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Iris 66% vs 48%
Jasmine 33% vs 24%
Only in Suede Orris
Rose 27%
Shared Notes
Benzoin 15% vs 22%
Vanilla 14% vs 24%

Accords

Iris Prima Suede Orris
100%
Iris
96%
96%
Powdery
100%
73%
Amber
98%
96%
Leather
76%
89%
Woody
61%
Vanilla
76%
73%
Earthy
56%
Musky
70%
67%
Animalic
65%
Violet Floral
63%
60%
Citrus
Iris shared
100%
96%
Powdery shared
96%
100%
Amber shared
73%
98%
Leather shared
96%
76%
89%
Vanilla shared
61%
76%
Earthy shared
73%
56%
70%
67%
Violet Floral shared
65%
63%
60%

Performance

Iris Prima Suede Orris
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

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.

Suede Orris

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its intimate sillage and clean, powdery accords make it an excellent choice for office wear, presentable but never overpowering. While not a bold date night scent, its subtle sensuality works well for closer encounters. It's versatile for casual wear when you want to smell put-together, though perhaps a bit too subdued for truly formal events.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
88%
Key Similarities

Both lean iris, leather, powdery

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Iris Prima EDP
Suede Orris EDP
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