Penhaligon's 2021 Edp

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The World According to Arthur

Penhaligon's The World According to Arthur is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021. The fragrance opens with Incense, Vanilla, and Grapefruit, and dries down to a base of Tonka Bean.

Our verdict on The World According to Arthur: Statement

An opulent, incense-draped vanilla that radiates warmth and mystery without being brash. A plush, enveloping statement for cold nights and formal occasions, it is both modern and regal in its depth.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Mysterious
  • Elegant
  • Cozy
The World According to Arthur Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 11%
Floral 3%
Fruity 2%
Green 1%
Sweet 55%
Warm 24%
Woody 5%
Earthy 11%
Animalic 2%
Fresh 7%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Amber
85%
Smoky
70%
Balsamic
65%
Aromatic
55%
Warm Spicy
45%

Notes

Top Notes

Incense 36% Vanilla 36% Grapefruit 27%

Base Notes

Tonka Bean 100%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

Rich vanilla, incense, and amber make this best in cooler months, where its warmth and fullness shine. The sweetness and smokiness can be too enveloping for hot weather but are perfect for crisp fall and winter air.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its luxurious, resinous character and moderate projection suit formal events and elegant evenings. The sweet-smoky depth can be romantic but may overwhelm close office or athletic settings.

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About

The World According to Arthur opens with a plush, creamy vanilla laced with tendrils of smoky frankincense, immediately conjuring visions of silk robes and candlelit temples. A gentle citrus sparkle from grapefruit quickly gives way to a heart of musky ambrette and herbal clary sage, adding aromatic softness amid the richness. As it dries down, waves of golden amber, tonka bean, and balsamic resins blend into the vanilla, creating a warm, enveloping cocoon. The result is a fragrance that feels both regal and contemplative, perfect for cold weather or moments when you crave depth and tranquility.

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