Penhaligon's 2006 EDP

F ££ Favourite

Lily & Spice

by Mathilde Bijaoui

Share
Card A shareable image of this fragrance - its verdict, notes and profile. Save or copy it to post anywhere.

Penhaligon's Lily & Spice is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2006, created by Mathilde Bijaoui. Lily & Spice opens with Lily and Saffron, settles into a heart of Pepper and Clove, and dries down to a base of Musk, Patchouli, Vanilla, and Benzoin. Penhaligon's's Lily & Spice carries a Favourite verdict, a spicy-led wear.

This lily bomb is a true love-it-or-hate-it scent. Expect hyperreal, heady florals with a spicy, earthy kick that divides opinion. If you adore lilies, this discontinued gem is your holy grail; if not, you might find it overwhelming.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Bold
  • Sensual
  • Luxurious
  • Classic
  • Warm
Check price on → Check prices ↓
Lily & Spice Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Lily63%
Saffron37%
Heartas listed
Pepper50%
Clove50%
Baseas listed
Benzoin26%
Vanilla25%
Musk25%
Patchouli24%

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.

ScentArt

ScentArt Gallery What is ScentArt?

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
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its powerful sillage and strong, distinctive floral-spice profile make it less suitable for professional settings but perfect for dates or evening events where you want to make a statement. The rich, warm character also lends itself well to cooler weather casual wear.

Ingredients and allergens

We don't have this fragrance's ingredient list yet.

About

Opens with an incredibly realistic, rich lily, reminiscent of a full bouquet with a hint of earthy dew. Saffron adds a nuanced, slightly medicinal warmth before a burst of pepper and clove introduces a bold, spicy heart. The dry-down settles into a sensual blend of musky patchouli, soft vanilla, and benzoin, maintaining a deep floral presence throughout.

Similar

More from Penhaligon's

See all 116 Penhaligon's perfumes

Compare & Pair

Layer

Wear two at once: the blends worth trying, how each one scores and where to spray See what layers well

Complement

Two people, two scents: what sits well beside it when you each wear your own See what pairs well

Where to buy

Prices for the United States ·

ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.

Drawn from community reviews and editor-reviewed before publishing on . See our methodology and disclosure policy.