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Opus 1870 by Penhaligon's — notes, seasons & similar scents | Fragr

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Penhaligon's· 2005

Opus 1870

Name: Opus 1870 by Penhaligon's
Brand: Penhaligon's
Rating: 7.5 (220 reviews)

7.5220Typically ~$200

Bourbon pepper at first spray; cedarwood is what stays on skin. Best in fall, made for daily wear.

SpicyWoodyFreshSmokyCitrus

Scent profile

Top notes

Bourbon pepperYuzuCoriander

Heart notes

English roseFrankincenseCinnamonClove

Base notes

CedarwoodGaiac woodMuskAustralian sandalwood

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

Smells similar

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When to wear it

A fall and winter fragrance that works day and night — at its best for everyday wear and date nights.

FallDayEveryday wear

When

Winter

93%

Spring

77%

Summer

66%

Fall

100%

Day

100%

Night

98%

Where

Office

93%

Casual

100%

Date

98%

Club

69%

Formal

92%

Wearability profile derived by Fragr from this fragrance’s accords and notes. 100% = its strongest setting.

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Sport

62%