LemonOpens with
Guaiac WoodHeart
LeatherwoodDries down to
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Penhaligon's · Sold as unisex
Racquets
The invigorated state of mind before a tennis match — bright, focused, and ready to play.
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RacquetsPremium · $100–250
41%Similar accords, often for lessEAU/01 Amalfi Coast · ZaraBudget tier, under $40 · shares lemon and ambroxan8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Launched in 2021, Racquets by Penhaligon's is a modern interpretation of an old favorite from the classics library. Crafted by perfumer Fabrice Pellegrin, this unisex fragrance combines bright lemon with elegant woods and refined leather, creating a balance between clarity and warmth. The top note of lemon provides an uplifting sparkle, while guaiac wood and ambroxan in the heart add depth and sophistication. Leatherwood in the base rounds out the composition with a soft yet distinct musky touch. Racquets is a fragrance that brings both tenacity and familiarity, evoking the elegance of Penhaligon's time-honored recipes.
Racquets has a strong lemon top note that fades within an hour, so layer it with the woody base for a full effect. Apply two sprays to ensure the leatherwood and ambroxan notes have time to develop on your skin throughout the day.
Fig. 01 — Racquets, Penhaligon's
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Fabrice Pellegrin
The Mediterranean dreamerFabrice Pellegrin is a senior perfumer at Firmenich whose work radiates the warmth and color of his native Provence. Trained at ISIPCA, he has composed for an impressive roster of houses including Diptyque, Acqua di Parma, Van Cleef & Arpels, and Kenzo.
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The originalRacquetsPenhaligon's · Premium · $100–250Zara · 2023EAU/01 Amalfi CoastShares Lemon and Ambroxanunder $40★ 3.74 (73)
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Respected, if divisive: loved by 37%, disliked or hated by 20%.