Penhaligon's 2018 EDP

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Elisabethan Rose

by Aliénor Massenet

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Penhaligon's Elisabethan Rose is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Aliénor Massenet. Elisabethan Rose opens with Cinnamon, Almond, Hazelnut, and Tangerine, settles into a heart of Rose, Geranium, Lily, and Plum, and dries down to a base of Woody, Musk, Vetiver, and Orris. Penhaligon's's Elisabethan Rose carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

A luminous, naturalistic rose wrapped in hazelnut and woods, Elisabethan Rose is a modern classic for those craving subtlety and fresh elegance over syrupy sweetness.
  • Elegant
  • Romantic
  • Fresh
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
Elisabethan Rose Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Woody
60%
Fruity
50%
Nutty
45%
Floral
45%
Citrus
30%
Powdery
28%

Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer Fall

The vibrant, naturalistic rose and green facets bloom in spring and suit warmer days, while the refined woody and nutty undertones add dimension for mild autumn. Its freshness and moderate sweetness feel less fitting for cold winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Elisabethan Rose projects with subtle elegance, making it ideal for dates, daytime, and professional settings where natural beauty is appreciated. Its gentle sillage is less suited for sporty or highly formal black tie events.

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About

Elisabethan Rose captures the sensation of walking through an English garden after rain, where vibrant, dew-kissed roses unfurl amidst softly green hazelnut leaves and the faintest trace of cinnamon. Almond and tangerine lend a gentle luminosity, while a trio of rose facets forms a lush, natural floral heart. Nutty and woody notes ground the airy petals, with musk and orris lending a refined powdery finish. The effect is fresh, authentic, and quietly regal, evoking heritage and modernity in equal measure.