Penhaligon's 2017 EDP

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Paithani

by Alex Lee

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Penhaligon's Paithani is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Alex Lee. Paithani opens with Pepper, Cardamom, and Nutmeg, settles into a heart of Mate, Milk, and Rose, and dries down to a base of Leather, Cedar, Labdanum, and Amberwood. Penhaligon's's Paithani carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

A truly divisive scent: a spiced, milky leather beast that will either enchant you with its warmth or repel you with its sour, challenging nuances. Not a safe blind buy, but a unique experience for the daring.
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Paithani Eau de Parfum 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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

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:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its prominent spicy and leather accords, coupled with a performance that some deem potent, make it a bit much for the office. However, its sophisticated and intriguing character makes it ideal for dates and formal events, though perhaps best for cooler weather.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Opens with an immediate hit of warm, fresh spice- think cardamom, nutmeg, and a crackle of black pepper. This quickly deepens into a smooth, slightly creamy leather, softened by a lactonic milk note and a subtle hint of rose. The drydown unveils an amber and cedar richness, keeping the leather prominent and adding a comforting, woody depth.

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