Penhaligon's 2015 EDC

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No. 33

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Penhaligon's No. 33 is a Cologne launched in 2015. No. 33 opens with Bergamot, Orange, Grapefruit, and Cypress, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Violet, and Lavender, and dries down to a base of Musk, Amber, Cedar, and Vetiver. Penhaligon's's No. 33 carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

Penhaligon's No. 33 is a deeply divisive scent, with some hailing it as a subtle masterpiece while others dismiss it as weak and forgettable. Its performance is a significant sticking point, though those who love it praise its refined, calming character.
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  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
  • Soft
  • Classic
  • Woody
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No. 33 Cologne bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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.

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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 Summer Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its generally weak projection and close-to-skin nature make it ideal for office wear, where it won't offend. The subtle sophistication also suits formal and casual settings, though its lack of bold sillage makes it less impactful for dates or energetic activities.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Lavender Lavandula Hybrida Oil from Lavender
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • Vanillin from Vanilla

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Opens with a sharp, aromatic burst of clary sage, cypress, and bright citrus, quickly tempered by a spiced heart of lavender, cardamom, and a hint of pepper. The drydown settles into a soft, woody base of vetiver, amber, and musk, with subtle tobacco and vanilla undertones. It’s a clean and smooth blend, though some find it lacks a distinct personality.

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