English Laundry 2013 EDP

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Tahitian Waters

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English Laundry Tahitian Waters is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013. Tahitian Waters opens with Bergamot, Orange, Lime, and Coconut, settles into a heart of Jasmine and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Brown Sugar and Cedar. English Laundry's Tahitian Waters carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This one's a wild ride. Some swear it's a tropical getaway in a bottle, a cheapie that punches well above its weight. Others find it a synthetic mess, or a phantom coconut that never arrives. Test before you buy, but if you get a good batch, it's a solid summer steal.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Fresh
  • Relaxed
  • Clean
  • Warm
  • Bright
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Tahitian Waters Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Sport

Its moderate sillage and fresh, clean character make it appropriate for casual outings and even the office, where it's unlikely to offend. The tropical notes also lend themselves well to daytime dates and warmer weather activities, but its laid-back nature means it's less suited for formal events.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Limonene from Orange
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Tahitian Waters opens with a zesty, bright blast of bergamot, orange, and lime, quickly softened by a hint of creamy coconut that evokes a sun-drenched beach rather than suntan lotion. As it settles, delicate jasmine and ylang-ylang emerge, adding a subtle floral elegance without overpowering the tropical vibe. The dry down is a warm, soft landing of brown sugar and cedar, offering a comforting sweetness and woody depth that lingers on the skin.

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