Penhaligon's 2011 Cologne

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Eau Sans Pareil

by Beverley Bayne

Penhaligon's Eau Sans Pareil is a Cologne launched in 2011, created by Beverley Bayne. The fragrance opens with Marigold, Aldehydes, Neroli, and Pineapple, settles into a heart of Orris, Rose, Lily Of The Valley, and Jasmine, and dries down to a base of Labdanum, Vetiver, Patchouli, and Oakmoss.

Our verdict on Eau Sans Pareil: Acquired

A truly polarising scent, Eau Sans Pareil struggles to nail its identity, ending up as a bit of a musky, sweet muddle for some, while others find its abstract complexity delightfully unique. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, with mixed opinions on its modern relevance.
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  • Bold
  • Edgy
  • Sweet
  • Woody
  • Clean
Eau Sans Pareil Cologne bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 11%
Floral 25%
Fruity 10%
Green 9%
Sweet 24%
Warm 10%
Woody 15%
Earthy 14%
Animalic 6%
Fresh 15%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
100%
Sweet
90%
Fruity
80%
Aromatic
74%
Citrus
70%

Notes

Top Notes

Raspberry 16% Cypress 14% Aldehydes 12% Pineapple 11% Kumquat 10% Bergamot 9% Marigold 9% Mandarin 9% Neroli 8%

Heart Notes

Rose 18% Clove 13% Ylang-Ylang 12% Jasmine 12% Orris 12% Orange Blossom 11% Licorice 11% Lily Of The Valley 11%

Base Notes

Oakmoss 14% Vetiver 12% Patchouli 11% Cedar 11% Amber 11% Musk 10% Benzoin 10% Vanilla 10% Labdanum 10%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its moderate sillage and long longevity make it versatile for many settings. While some find it too sweet or unusual for formal wear, its woody and aromatic facets make it suitable for casual or even office use, though perhaps not a date night showstopper.

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About

Opens with a rush of aldehydes, sharp cypress, and juicy fruits like raspberry and kumquat, sparkling brightly. This quickly shifts to a powdery heart of rose and orris, deepened by a hint of spicy clove and sweet licorice. The dry down settles into an earthy, woody base of vetiver, patchouli, and oakmoss, with a soft musk and vanilla trace. It’s a complex journey from vibrant fruit to a more reserved, classic foundation.

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