Penhaligon's 1976 Edp

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Lily of the Valley

by Michael Pickthall

Penhaligon's Lily of the Valley is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1976, created by Michael Pickthall. The fragrance opens with Geranium, Bergamot, and Lemon, settles into a heart of Rose, Lily Of The Valley, Jasmine, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood and Oakmoss.

Our verdict on Lily of the Valley: Statement

This lily of the valley scent is incredibly divisive. Some adore its photorealistic, green floral charm, finding it clean and elegant. Others? They're running for the hills, citing an 'old lady' vibe or a surprisingly strong, even 'murky' drydown. Try before you buy, unless you fancy smelling like a floral bomb.
  • Classic
  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Fresh
  • Romantic
Lily of the Valley Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 20%
Floral 37%
Fruity 3%
Green 13%
Sweet 13%
Warm 1%
Woody 16%
Earthy 16%
Animalic 2%
Fresh 19%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its potent floral and green accords, combined with reports of strong sillage, make it less suitable for a discreet office setting but perfectly acceptable for daytime casual wear. The classic, elegant character also lends itself well to formal events, though perhaps too traditional for some dating scenarios.

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About

Opens with a zesty burst of bergamot and lemon, sharpened by green geranium. The heart blossoms into a rich bouquet of lily of the valley, creamy ylang-ylang, indolic jasmine, and a whisper of rose. It dries down to a subtle, mossy base of sandalwood and oakmoss, adding an earthy depth to the pristine florals.