Is Nicholas Charles Fragrances The Tragedy of Lord George a dupe of Penhaligon's The Tragedy of Lord George?
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
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Which Should You Buy?
A lush, aristocratic blend of rum, creamy woods, and sweet tonka - Lord George projects vintage grandeur with a modern twist. It commands respect, but never shouts.
A dupe of Penhaligon's The Tragedy of Lord George - the boozy brandy-accord opening comes through well, but the original's distinctive shaving-soap facet is largely missing here.
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How They Wear
Mood
Notes
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Its warm spicy, boozy, and sweet woody character is best for cool to cold weather. Autumn and winter enhance its richness, while summer heat could make it cloying.
Occasions
The opulent, sophisticated sillage and boozy warmth make it ideal for formal evenings and confident date wear, but it's a bit too rich for sporty or most office settings.
Seasons
Warm boozy-woody character suits autumn and winter far more than summer.
Occasions
Sophisticated and warm for evenings and formal wear; too rich for daily office use.
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 1 of its 4 notes, including Tonka Bean
Adds amber and cognac, drops ambroxan and cedar
Where to buy
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The Tragedy of Lord George EDP
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