Eau Sans Pareil
“Eau Sans Pareil by Penhaligon's is a Aromatic Fougere fragrance for women”
The Quick Read
Respected, if divisive — a woody, sweet composition with a fruity undertone. Voted best for spring and fall wear, leaning feminine.
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Launched in 2011, Eau Sans Pareil by Penhaligon's is a composition crafted by Beverley Bayne that deftly balances sweet and earthy notes within its aromatic fougère framework. The fragrance opens with bright citrus and fruity accords like raspberry and pineapple, which give way to the floral heart of rose and jasmine. As it evolves on the skin, the base notes of vetiver, patchouli, and amber create a warm, enveloping finish that is both grounding and alluring.
Composition & Character
How It Wears
Application Tips
One or two sprays are enough — the bright top notes dissipate within an hour but leave behind a lasting warmth from the base. Best for daytime wear when you want something fresh and engaging without being overpowering.
Beverley Bayne
Founding perfumer · 17 fragrances
Beverley Bayne is a Senior Perfumer at CPL Aromas in the UK, who entered the fragrance industry by accident after taking a laboratory job and beginning perfumer training a year later. She created Eau Sans Pareil for Penhaligon's and worked alongside fellow CPL Aromas perfumers Julie Pluchet and Dominique Preyssas on Franck Muller's fine fragrance collection.
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The story behind the bottle.
The first sip of an artisanal cocktail, where the bright citrus notes give way to a rich, warm finish that lingers on the palate.
Fig. 01 — Eau Sans Pareil, Penhaligon's
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