Penhaligon's 2021 Edp

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Racquets

by Fabrice Pellegrin

Penhaligon's Racquets is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021, created by Fabrice Pellegrin. The fragrance opens with Lemon, settles into a heart of Ambroxan and Guaiac Wood, and dries down to a base of Leather.

Our verdict on Racquets: Favourite

A crisp, sparkling citrus-woody fragrance with a subtle leathery drydown. Racquets is an ode to refined British sport, radiating an easy confidence and timeless, unisex elegance.
  • Confident
  • Fresh
  • Modern
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
Racquets Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 28%
Floral 0%
Fruity 2%
Green 2%
Sweet 1%
Warm 12%
Woody 20%
Earthy 14%
Animalic 32%
Fresh 31%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Citrus
95%
Woody
80%
Aromatic
50%
Amber
37%
Musky
28%

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer Fall

The sparkling lemon and fresh woods make Racquets most suitable for spring and early summer, where its vibrant citrus and airy woods shine without becoming cloying. It is less suited to winter, as its lightness can get lost in cold air.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual

With its clean citrus and woody profile, Racquets is excellent for office and casual wear, projecting friendly elegance without being overwhelming. It can work for dates with its refined freshness, but lacks the opulence for formal occasions or the tenacity for sporty environments.

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About

Racquets Eau de Parfum opens with a burst of zesty lemon, instantly evoking freshly polished racquet grips and the sunlit grass of a tennis court. The heart introduces a smooth blend of guaiac wood and ambroxan, lending a clean, woody sophistication that remains airy and never heavy. As it settles, a soft leather note intertwines with gentle musks and hints of amber, creating a quietly stylish finish. Effortlessly fresh yet subtly complex, Racquets is the essence of British sporting chic in a bottle.