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

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Penhaligon's· 1977

Ormolu

Name: Ormolu by Penhaligon's
Brand: Penhaligon's
Rating: 7.4 (27 reviews)

7.427Typically ~$200

A spicy scent built around chamomile over moss. Best in spring, made for daily wear.

SpicyFloralGreenWoodyChypre

Scent profile

Top notes

ChamomileMugwortBergamot

Heart notes

JasmineVioletYlang-ylangRose

Base notes

MossMuskAmber

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

Smells similar

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When to wear it

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

SpringDayEveryday wear

When

Winter

79%

Spring

100%

Summer

86%

Fall

93%

Day

100%

Night

87%

Where

Office

95%

Casual

100%

Date

98%

Club

58%

Formal

98%

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Sport

52%