White Shoulders Eau de Parfum vs Gardenia Eau de Toilette

White Shoulders

Edp	Concentration	Edt
U	Gender	U
1945	Year	1976
£	Price Tier	££

Gardenia

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - White Shoulders Eau de Parfum

White Shoulders is a divisive classic. It's either an iconic, beautiful white floral with a vintage allure, or an "old lady" scent with an overpowering, synthetic edge. You'll either adore its soapy, clean bouquet or be utterly repulsed; there's little middle ground.

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Our Verdict - Gardenia Eau de Toilette

This Penhaligon's Gardenia is a divisive one. Many adore its classic, clean white floral profile, conjuring images of English garden parties and elegant nobility, but others find it a screechy, headache-inducing granny scent that's far too much for their liking. Definitely sample before you commit.

Statement

Scent Profile

Citrus	6%	6%
Floral	35%	37%
Fruity	6%	4%
Green	11%	13%
Sweet	21%	28%
Warm	7%	9%
Woody	7%	8%
Earthy	9%	2%
Animalic	14%	10%
Fresh	16%	13%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

White Shoulders EdP

Gardenia EdT

Notes

Shared Notes

Green 19% vs 18%

Bergamot 14% vs 15%

Only in White Shoulders Eau de Parfum

Aldehydes 26% Orange Blossom 23% Peach 17%

Only in Gardenia Eau de Toilette

Magnolia 18% Hyacinth 17% Rhubarb 16% Violet 15%

Shared Notes

Gardenia 15% vs 16%

Tuberose 14% vs 13%

Jasmine 13% vs 11%

Lily Of The Valley 11% vs 11%

Only in White Shoulders Eau de Parfum

Lilac 15% Lily 13% Iris 9% Spicy 8%

Only in Gardenia Eau de Toilette

Orange Blossom 10% Ylang-Ylang 10% Rose 9% Cinnamon 9% Clove 8%

Shared Notes

Musk 17% vs 26%

Benzoin 15% vs 24%

Sandalwood 15% vs 23%

Only in White Shoulders Eau de Parfum

Civet 19% Oakmoss 18% Amber 14%

Only in Gardenia Eau de Toilette

Vanilla 26%

Accords

White Shoulders Eau de Parfum Gardenia Eau de Toilette

100%

White Floral

100%

51%

Green

58%

52%

Fresh

50%

Floral

52%

51%

Animalic

44%

Tuberose

48%

45%

Powdery

45%

Musky

White Floral shared

100%

Green shared

51%

58%

Fresh

52%

Floral shared

50%

52%

Animalic shared

51%

44%

Tuberose

48%

Powdery

45%

Musky

45%

Performance

White Shoulders Eau de Parfum Gardenia Eau de Toilette

Moderate (4-6h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

White Shoulders Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Casual

Also Works:

Formal

Its bold floral profile means it can be a bit much for the office if oversprayed, but its clean, classic character makes it versatile. It's often associated with feminine elegance, suitable for both casual wear and more formal events, especially considering many wear it as a comforting, everyday scent.

Gardenia Eau de Toilette

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its potent white floral character and strong sillage, though appreciated by some, might be too much for an office setting. It shines more in formal events and dates, lending an elegant touch, and is rather too complex for casual wear or sport.