Is Perfume Parlour Orris Elegance For Men a dupe of Penhaligon's The Omniscient Mr Thompson?
The Omniscient Mr Thompson EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2023 | Year | 2023 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Orris Elegance For Men EDP
Where they differ
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How it unfolds
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- The Omniscient Mr Thompson
- Orris Elegance For Men
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Which Should You Buy?
A creamy iris wrapped in gourmand sesame and vanilla, The Omniscient Mr Thompson is refined yet comforting, powdery yet intriguing - a quietly commanding signature for those who value subtle decadence.
A creamy, refined take on Penhaligon's The Omniscient Mr Thompson - powdery orris over aromatic lavender and pepper, finishing in nutty sesame and vanilla. Perfume Parlour captures the comforting, subtly gourmand iris but lands a little flatter, with the original's polish and longevity softened.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The creamy iris and vanilla paired with sesame and powdery sweetness make this ideal for fall and winter, while the spicy pink pepper and floral heart allow for spring wear. It may feel too dense and sweet for hot summer days.
Occasions
Its moderate projection and elegant powdery-gourmand character are refined enough for formal and date settings, but a bit too sweet and present for sport or highly casual wear. The scent's sophistication suits evenings and special occasions.
Seasons
The creamy iris-vanilla warmth feels best in autumn and winter, with soft spring wear too.
Occasions
Its refined, powdery character excels at the office and formal events as much as evenings.
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.
Every one of its 9 notes is in the original, including Geranium, Iris, Oak
Near-identical note list, differs in proportion
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Orris Elegance For Men EDP
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Import charges may apply
These shops deliver to the United States from Italy. How import charges work
Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United States. How import charges work
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