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

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Penhaligon's· 1996

Quercus

Name: Quercus by Penhaligon's
Brand: Penhaligon's
Rating: 6.6 (208 reviews)

6.6208Typically ~$200

Mostly bergamot and lemon, warmed by musk. Best in spring, made for daily wear.

FreshCitrusFloralGreenWoody

Perfumer: Christian Provenzano

Scent profile

Top notes

BergamotLemonMandarin orangeLime

Heart notes

JasmineLily of the valleyCardamom

Base notes

MuskOakmossGalbanum

Same DNA, per our similarity engine

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A spring and summer fragrance that wears easiest in daylight — at its best for everyday wear and the office.

SpringDayEveryday wear

When

Winter

64%

Spring

100%

Summer

93%

Fall

76%

Day

100%

Night

64%

Where

Office

99%

Casual

100%

Date

82%

Club

52%

Formal

86%

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