Penhaligon's 2020 EDP

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Brilliantly British

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Penhaligon's Brilliantly British is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020. Penhaligon's's Brilliantly British carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

A modern classic that effortlessly blends fresh lavender with warm, creamy toffee. It's a comforting scent that has garnered significant affection, despite being notoriously hard to find.
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  • Cozy
  • Relaxed
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
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Brilliantly British Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Allas listed
Lavender67%
Toffee33%

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 Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

With moderate longevity and sillage, it is versatile enough for most occasions. Its comforting lavender-toffee blend makes it particularly suitable for casual wear and dates, though its refined character also fits well in an office or formal setting without being overpowering.

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

  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender

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

Brilliantly British opens with a bright, realistic lavender, not sharp or medicinal, but smooth and inviting. As it settles, a rich, not-too-sweet toffee note emerges, weaving seamlessly with the aromatic lavender. This creates a balanced, clean, and subtly gourmand experience that is both fresh and warm, with a hint of powdery talc in the dry-down.

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