Green NotesOpens with
GardeniaHeart
MuskDries down to
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Penhaligon's · Sold as feminine
Gardenia
The quiet confidence of an afternoon spent in a sunlit conservatory, where the air is filled with the scent of gardenias and the gentle warmth of vanilla.
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The story behind the bottle.
Gardenia by Penhaligon's was launched in 1976 and crafted by Michael Pickthall and Mike Parrott, capturing the essence of its namesake flower with an intricate blend of white florals and a subtle animalic undertone. The fragrance opens with green notes and magnolia before giving way to a heart rich in gardenia, tuberose, and jasmine. The base layers of musk, vanilla, and sandalwood provide warmth and depth, creating a composition that is both delicate and captivating.
Apply Gardenia to pulse points for a warm, enveloping effect. The fragrance develops best close to the skin, so a few targeted sprays will enhance its depth over time. It's particularly suited for evenings or cooler days when the animalic notes can be appreciated more fully.
Fig. 01 — Gardenia, Penhaligon's
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Michael Pickthall
Michael Pickthall was a senior perfumer at IFF before he and his brother Terence left to found Contemporary Perfumers Ltd (CPL) in 1971, which grew into the largest privately owned fragrance house in the UK.
Co-created with Mike Parrott
Designer Penhaligon's
More from the house · founded 1869 · United Kingdom
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