Penhaligon's 1977 Edt

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Ormolu

Penhaligon's Ormolu is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1977. The fragrance opens with Mugwort, Chamomile, Green, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Rose, Violet, Jasmine, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Sandalwood, Oakmoss, Musk, and Amber.

Our verdict on Ormolu: Statement

Ormolu is a true vintage statement: deeply divisive, either loved for its classic, mysterious charm or decried as an 'aldehyde bomb'. It is definitely not for everyone, but if you appreciate a classic, woody-green chypre, you might just fall for its unique allure.
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  • Mysterious
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Ormolu Eau de Toilette bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 7%
Floral 34%
Fruity 3%
Green 21%
Sweet 18%
Warm 6%
Woody 11%
Earthy 15%
Animalic 9%
Fresh 13%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Woody
100%
Green
97%
Floral
88%
Mossy
88%
Rose
88%

Notes

Top Notes

Chamomile 29% Green 29% Mugwort 21% Bergamot 21%

Heart Notes

Rose 40% Violet 20% Jasmine 20% Ylang-Ylang 20%

Base Notes

Oakmoss 33% Sandalwood 25% Amber 25% Musk 17%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong classic chypre character and

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About

Ormolu opens with an unexpected, herbaceous blend of mugwort, chamomile, and green notes, brightened by a hint of bergamot. The heart unfolds into a rich floral bouquet of rose, violet, jasmine, and ylang-ylang, creating a powdery, almost waxy texture. The base lingers with a classic chypre foundation of earthy oakmoss, warm sandalwood, musk, and a touch of amber, delivering a captivating and complex dry-down.

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