Favourite

Penhaligon's 2020 EDP

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The Favourite

by Aliénor Massenet

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Penhaligon's The Favourite is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2020, created by Aliénor Massenet. The Favourite opens with Mandarin, Violet, and Freesia, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Iris, and Mimosa, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, and Ambroxan. Penhaligon's's The Favourite carries a Favourite verdict, a powdery-led wear.

An exquisitely airy powdery floral that whispers sophistication. The Favourite delivers a clean, lightly musky elegance, perfect for spring days and polished everyday wear.
  • Sophisticated
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Elegant
  • Romantic
The Favourite Eau de Parfum bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Accords

Powdery
85%
Floral
80%
Musky
70%
Green
55%
Woody
50%
Citrus
40%

Performance

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

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer Fall

The Favourite shines in spring with its powdery floral heart and breezy, fresh opening. Lighter notes of mimosa, violet, and citrus make it less suited to cold winter air, while its subtle warmth works well in mild summer and fall.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Discreet projection, clean musky undertones, and a powdery floral profile make this ideal for office, casual, and date wear. Its subtlety and elegance suit semi-formal occasions but lack the boldness for very formal or sporty settings.

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About

The Favourite Eau de Parfum opens with a delicate veil of violet and mandarin, unfolding into a radiant bouquet of mimosa and iris dusted with powdery softness. Subtle green and citrus nuances keep it airy, while a base of creamy sandalwood, musk, and ambroxan lends a gentle warmth beneath the florals. The drydown is refined and quietly radiant, enveloping the wearer in a soft, musky embrace that feels both optimistic and understatedly regal.