Penhaligon's 1910 Edp

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Cornubia

Penhaligon's Cornubia is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1910. Cornubia opens with Neroli, Mandarin, and Freesia, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Orange Blossom, and Heliotrope, and dries down to a base of Woody, Musk, Amber, and Vanilla. Penhaligon's's Cornubia carries an Acquired verdict, a white floral-led wear.

A divisive old-school charmer that leans heavily into powdery white florals. For some, it's a nostalgic journey to grand opera houses of a bygone era; for others, it's simply 'grandma's perfume'. Test before you buy, it's not for everyone.
  • Classic
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
  • Sensual
Cornubia Eau de Parfum bottle

ScentArt

Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 17%
Floral 37%
Fruity 4%
Green 3%
Sweet 34%
Warm 9%
Woody 8%
Earthy 5%
Animalic 10%
Fresh 14%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its potent projection and old-world formality make it a poor fit for the office or casual wear. Cornubia truly shines in formal settings or on a sophisticated date night, where its richness can be appreciated without overwhelming.

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About

Cornubia unfurls with a bright citrus kick of neroli and mandarin, quickly giving way to an opulently powdery bouquet of white florals, predominantly jasmine and orange blossom, warmed by the almond-like sweetness of heliotrope. The base settles into a rich, ambered vanilla with soft woody musk, creating a dense, velvet-like texture that evokes a sense of vintage glamour.