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Alizarin by Penhaligon's — notes, seasons & similar scents | Fragr

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Alizarin by Penhaligon's

Penhaligon's· 2016

Alizarin

7.750Typically ~$200

A woody scent built around mandarin orange over leather. Best in fall, made for dates.

WoodyOrientalSpicyLeatheryFloral

Perfumer: Christian Provenzano

Scent profile

Top notes

Mandarin orange Narcissus

Heart notes

Mimosa Tuberose Iris

Base notes

Leather Oud Frankincense

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

Smells similar

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A fall fragrance that works day and night — at its best for date nights and formal occasions.

FallNightDate nights

When

Winter

91%

Spring

77%

Summer

57%

Fall

100%

Day

86%

Night

100%

Where

Office

74%

Casual

81%

Date

100%

Club

64%

Formal

99%

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Sport

30%