Penhaligon's 2020 Edp

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The Favourite

by Aliénor Massenet

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

Our verdict on The Favourite: Favourite

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

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 8%
Floral 42%
Fruity 3%
Green 6%
Sweet 21%
Warm 2%
Woody 14%
Earthy 5%
Animalic 15%
Fresh 19%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

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

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.