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Eau de toilette

Penhaligon's Ostara

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Gender:
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Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:

Penhaligon's Ostara: Spring Rebirth in a Bottle

In 2015, the world of perfumery was enriched by a unique creation – the fragrance Penhaligon's Ostara, which became a vivid embodiment of spring awakening.

This women's perfume, created under the guidance of master Bertrand Duchaufour, was released in the form of eau de toilette and belongs to the Floral family.

Although its release continued until 2017, Penhaligon's managed to capture in it the fragrant heritage of British aristocracy, founded in 1870 by barber and perfumer William Henry Penhaligon, making Ostara a coveted collector's item.

Multilayered Symphony of Notes

The fragrance pyramid unfolds like an exciting story: the top note opens with sparkling aldehydes, juicy bergamot, and spicy pink pepper, creating a sense of fresh spring morning.

The heart of the composition immerses you in a floral garden with delicate cyclamen and lilac, complemented by honeyed tones of beeswax.

The base wraps you in warm chords of amber and vanilla, providing a long and cozy sound.

The Perfect Companion for Modern Women

This fragrance is positioned as female and has a medium sillage, which gently accompanies without overwhelming the space.

To achieve the optimal effect, it is recommended to use the "enter the cloud" dosage on clothing, which will highlight the durability and airiness of the composition.

Ostara is perfect for spring and summer days, adding elegance to both everyday and special moments.

The Craftsmanship of Bertrand Duchaufour and Its Influence on the Brand

The handmade work of perfumer Bertrand Duchaufour brought complexity and depth to Ostara, characteristic of his style, enriching the portfolio of Penhaligon's with a modern floral masterpiece.

This fragrance strengthened the brand's reputation as an innovator, capable of combining classic British traditions with current trends, attracting a new audience of connoisseurs of exquisite perfumes.

If you liked Ostara, you might also be interested in other fragrances: Van Cleef & Arpels First, Chloé Chloé or Amway Anticipate for Women.

They share similar elegance and floral accents, offering alternatives for further exploration of the world of perfumery.

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Key fragrance characteristics

Perfume information

Description of the composition

Note pyramid of Penhaligon's Ostara is a meticulously balanced ensemble that begins with top notes: aldehydes and bergamot create a fresh and sparkling openness, complemented by green shades of green chord and the spiciness of pink pepper.

In the heart, floral notes unfold, such as cyclamen and ylang-ylang, which intertwine with honeyed beeswax to add warmth.

The base wraps in amber, vanilla, and musk, providing a long and comfortable finish that smoothly transitions from a bright start to sensual depth.

Perfumers

Gender Female
Brand Penhaligon's
Segment Niche perfumery
Country United Kingdom
Website http://www.penhaligons.co.uk
Year of production 2015
Status Discontinued
Concentration Eau de toilette
License holder Puig

Composition pyramid

Aldehydes
Bergamot
Black Currant Buds
Beeswax
Cyclamen
Hawthorn
Ambergris
Benzoin
Styrax

Families

Fragrance characteristics

based on 7 opinions
Chords
Relevance
Dosage
Perception
Appearance quality
Similar
Persistence
The persistence of a fragrance is determined by how long it can be felt. It is a characteristic associated with ingredients that evaporate slowly. Persistence depends on the physical properties of the perfume ingredients—mainly their volatility and environmental factors such as temperature and humidity.
Persistence
Medium (2 to 5 hours)
3
Sillage
Imagine a light cloud of fragrance that, like an aeroplane trail, remains in the air after your appearance. This is the sillage - a subtle or vivid imprint left by the most diffuse element of a perfume composition. The sillage can be almost invisible when it is felt only by you and those around you. Or it can be so expressive that its presence is noticed even long after you have left.
Sillage
Medium
3
Complexity and depth
The complexity of a fragrance is the number and variety of notes that create a unique composition. A complex fragrance contains many different notes that reveal themselves on the skin. The depth of a fragrance is the richness and intensity of the fragrance. Fragrances with a deep composition include heavy and powerful notes that stay on the skin longer and affect others over long distances.
Complexity and depth
Complex and profound
3
Gender
This scale depicts gender focus and demonstrates how the brand positions the fragrance - as masculine, feminine or universal.
Male
14%
Unisex
14%
Female
71%
What kind of event
Date
14%
Wedding
14%
Sport
0%
Sleep
0%
For party
14%
For every day
29%
Sex
0%
For Holiday
14%
Theatre
14%
Office
0%
For what time of year / season
Winter
Winter
12%
Spring
Spring
38%
Summer
Summer
38%
Autumn
Autumn
12%
For what style / mood
Casual
50%
Gala
25%
Classic
25%
Avant-garde
0%
Romantic
0%
Sporty
0%
For what age
under 18
17%
18-25 years old
0%
26-35 years old
17%
36-45 years
33%
46+ years old
0%
Any
33%
On the skin
The optimum amount of atomisation on the skin is the balance at which the fragrance reveals itself in its entirety and sounds its best.
Spot
0%
Enter the cloud
25%
1-2 atomisations
50%
2-3 atomisations
25%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
Where is the best place to apply the fragrance?
The best places to apply a fragrance are the areas where it will reveal itself most fully and create the most vivid impression.
On the chest
0%
On the wrist
50%
On the knees
0%
On the back of the neck
0%
Behind the ears
0%
On the elbow
0%
On the abdomen
25%
On the back of the hand
0%
On clothes
25%
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0%
On clothing
The optimum amount of atomisation of the fragrance on clothes, at which it reveals the best quality of the fragrance.
Spot
25%
Enter the cloud
50%
1-2 atomisations
25%
2-3 atomisations
0%
3-4 atomisations
0%
4-5 sprays
0%
Associations
Perfume associations are the emotions and images that pop into the imagination when you perceive its unique notes and accents
Freshness
25%
Exoticism
0%
Luxury
25%
Euphoria
0%
Passion
0%
Joy
25%
Calm
0%
Excitement
25%
Sadness
0%
Despair
0%
Effect
Fragrances can attract attention and evoke positive emotions, others can leave neutral, and others can cause negative associations and repel people.
Effect
Attracts attention
4
Intensity
The intensity of a fragrance is like its ‘volume’, the degree of intensity and strength with which it is felt around you or on the surface.
Intensity
Moderate
2
Bottle
Bottle
High quality
4
Spray
Spray
High quality
4
Packaging quality
Perfume bottle packaging quality is about protection and aesthetic appeal, including strength, reliability, design and materials. High quality ensures the safety and security of the product, a good first impression and attractiveness
Packaging quality
High quality
4
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