Penhaligon's 2005 EDT

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Opus 1870

by Bertrand Duchaufour

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Penhaligon's Opus 1870 is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2005, created by Bertrand Duchaufour. Opus 1870 opens with Bergamot, Yuzu, Pepper, and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Rose, Iris, Cinnamon, and Incense, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Amber, and Cedar. Penhaligon's's Opus 1870 carries a Favourite verdict, a woody-led wear.

A quintessential British spicy-woody, Opus 1870 is refined yet quietly charismatic, balancing peppery freshness with smoky woods and a soft rose. Reserved, contemplative, and always dignified.
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Opus 1870 Eau de Toilette 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
Intimate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Winter

The spicy woods and smoky incense make it ideal for cool spring and especially autumn days, while the moderate weight and citrus opening keep it wearable in winter or a fresh summer evening.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its refined spicy-woody character is versatile and understated enough for office and formal settings, with just enough warmth and complexity for dates or casual wear. The low projection keeps it discreet, not suited for sport.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Opus 1870 opens with a crackle of black pepper and bright yuzu, immediately establishing a crisp, lively spice atop a green-citrusy freshness. The heart evolves into a warm swirl of incense, cinnamon, and English rose, lending a classical British poise. As it dries down, polished cedar and sandalwood entwine with balmy musk, a whisper of leather, and a gentle vanillic amber, delivering a smoky yet smooth, subtly powdery finish. The overall impression is that of refined tradition, understated warmth, and quietly complex masculinity.

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