Yardley London 2019 EDP

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Yardley Gentleman Classic

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Yardley London Yardley Gentleman Classic is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019. Yardley Gentleman Classic opens with Pepper and Cardamom, settles into a heart of Floral Notes, and dries down to a base of White Chocolate, Musk, Amber, and Sandalwood. Yardley London's Yardley Gentleman Classic carries a Statement verdict, a spicy-led wear.

This one is a divisive but budget-friendly throwback. If you're after a mature, masculine scent that harks back to classic barbershops, with surprising longevity for the price, you'll love it. But beware, some find the dry-down a bit 'old socks' or distinctly old-school.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Classic
  • Warm
  • Sophisticated
  • Cozy
  • Confident
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Yardley Gentleman Classic Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Cardamom55%
Pepper45%
Heartas listed
Floral Notes100%
Baseas listed
Sandalwood30%
White Chocolate27%
Amber23%
Musk20%

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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate sillage and 'old school' vibe make it suitable for casual wear or cooler evenings. While some might find it too traditional for modern formal events or too strong for the office, its warmth suits close encounters like a date.

Ingredients and allergens

ALCOHOL DENAT., PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), AQUA (WATER), LINALOOL, LIMONENE, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, COUMARIN, CITRONELLOL, T-BUTYL ALCOHOL, HYDROXYCITRONELLAL, GERANIOL, CITRAL, BENZYL ALCOHOL.

From a shop in the United Kingdom. Boxes sold in other countries can differ.

Named in this list, in standard patch-test panels

Other allergens named in this list

Lists change between batches and markets, so check the box of the bottle you have. "Parfum" covers substances the label does not name, and we highlight only the allergens we could match. If you have a diagnosed allergy, look for the name your clinic gave you on your own packaging.

Ethics and formulation

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  • Cruelty-free Brand-declared Yardley London says so · no third-party certification found · Read the claim

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About

Yardley Gentleman Classic opens with a peppery, warm spicy kick from cardamom and black pepper, immediately declaring its traditional masculine intent. As it settles, a soft floral heart emerges before diving into a creamy, somewhat powdery base of white chocolate, sandalwood, musk, and amber. It's a comforting blend, leaning sweet and woody as it dries, with a lingering warmth.

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Where to buy

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