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Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Lifestyle
- Daily Mirror
Shoppers can snap up Penhaligon's 'rich' £215 scent for £8
'The perfume has a strong smell, I would definitely recommend this and will purchase more as the quality is great' Shoppers can get dad a 'long lasting' luxury scent for less this Father's Day with this handy trick. A bottle of Halfeti by Penhaligon's typically retails at an eye-watering £215 a bottle - but there's a way to get an authentic bottle for £8. The Gentlemen's Fragrance Collection is a £40 gift set containing five 5ml bottles of the brand's best-selling scents for men, making each bottle £8. They are on the smaller side however our team fragrance expert, who wears perfume every single day, insists this set could easily last a few months with regular use and that they're a great way to trial scents before committing to a pricey full-sized bottle. Fragrance discovery sets have definitely been more popular lately, with fragrances reacting to each person's skin differently it's a great way to figure out if something is a match. Maison Margiela similarly have a Mini Discovery Set with two 7ml bottles of Beach Walk and By the Fireplace for £35 on Sephora. There's also a Tom Ford Signature Mini Discovery Set for £24 at LookFantastic - although each bottle is less than 2ml. Inside the Penhaligon's set are five 5ml bottles of the brand's iconic scents. Shoppers can find: Quercus (Top notes are Amalfi Lemon, Lime, Bergamot and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Lily-of-the-Valley, Jasmine and Cardamom; base notes are Oakmoss, Musk, Galbanum, Sandalwood and Amber) Blenheim Bouquet (Top note is lemon, middle note is Lavender and base note is Pine) Endymion (Top notes are Lavender, Bergamot, Sage and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Coffee and Geranium; base notes are Leather, Sandalwood, Cardamon, Myrhh, Nutmeg, Black Pepper, Musk, Incense, Vetiver and Olibanum) Halfeti (Top notes are Cypress Leaf, Saffron, Cardamom, Artemisia, Bergamot and Grapefruit; middle notes are Bulgarian Rose, Nutmeg and Jasmine; base notes are Agarwood (Oud), Cedar, Leather, Sandalwood, Amber, Tonka Bean, Vanilla and Musk) Juniper Sling (Top notes are Juniper Berries, Orange, Angelica and Cinnamon; middle notes are Pepper, Cardamom, Leather and Orris Root; base notes are Vetiver, Sugar, Cherry and Amber) Halfeti is the brand's best-seller in this set and has an average rating of 4.7 out of five over on the Penhaligon's website. One shopper said: "This fragrance might not be everyone's cup of tea but I absolutely love it. Its spicy and long lasting and my favourite from the brand. Always receive compliments when wearing it. I would suggest to get a sample first and try it out before buying a full bottle." A second wrote: "Love the smell it lasts for ever. Lovely strong smell makes me feel the rich haha. The perfume has a strong smell I would definitely recommend this and will purchase more as the quality is great. Great as gift for loves one." A third wasn't too impressed, saying: "It is a very strong perfume and a couple of squirts on my wrists lasted all day. It has a musky, oriental aroma and although I do like it, I think for me personally, it is better suited as a winter perfume." A fourth added: "This is a beautiful very high end perfume. I absolutely love this brand. So elegant and classy. A little bit of any of these perfumes really does go a long way! I would highly recommend this perfume. It's stunning."
Business Mayor
20-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Business Mayor
Father's day gift ideas: presents London men actually want, from our experts and insiders
John Henric The 2008-founded Swedish lifestyle menswear brand does a very lovely linen shirt — in every stripe and shade you should desire — which make for holiday staples and an instant update for the summer barbecue wardrobe. £89.99, For post-workout gains: Therabody Theragun Mini Therabody Because we all know that recovery and rehabilitation is just as important as the exercise itself, and that the gift of superlative tech nearly always goes down well. Theragun's 3rd generation mini massage gun is their smallest and lightest yet, without compromising on power. Backpack friendly, it's just the thing for relieving stress, tension and aches on the go, or at home. £175, For sensational sniffing: Penhaligon's Fortuitous Finley Eau de Parfum Penhaligon's Its rather splendid bottle aside, this frisky fume from Penhaligon's is well worth a sniff. Designed for men (but who's checking), and described as a 'stable scent for a wild horse,' it intends to capture the thrill of the chase, and delivers with an exceptional and particularly moreish blend of pistachio, cardamon, violet and leather, all seasoned with salt. A winning gift for all involved. Giddy up! £245 for 77ml, For superior grooming: Jo Malone London Black Cedarwood & Juniper Shaving Cream Jo Malone London For levelling up lunch: White Mausu Peanut Rayu White Mausu In the pantheon of life changing products, White Mausu's Japanese inspired condiments are up there. Once you've discovered their cult peanut and sesame chilli oil, it's hard to look back. Drizzle it over eggs, mix it into noodles, slather it on pretty much everything. £36 for 6, For decompressing: At-home massage or physio treatment with Urban Gift Card Massage from an Urban massage therapist Urban gift cards An entirely fuss-free at-home treatment from Urban Gift Card. Starting at £20 (a massage costs around £70), any hard-working or stressed dads, or ones with a need for a deep sports massage will love this — they don't even have to leave home to get to a spa, as the therapists will come to your house. Gift cards from £20, Olive Gozney Roccbox portable pizza oven, £319.99 Gozney Yes, it's quite pricey for a Father's Day gift. But… think how much your camping trips, park days or even just Sunday afternoons, will thank you. This stone-floor portable oven from Gozney reaches temp in under 20 minutes, and then takes 60 seconds to cook a pizza. £319.99, For going out and about: L'Oréal Men Expert Hydra Energetic Daily SPF50+ Invisible Fluid L'Oréal Men Expert This feather-light, invisible SPF has added Vitamin C to refine and brighten the complexion, and will surprise and delight even the most sun cream-resistant recipients. £9.99, Very much shaver of the moment, Estrid (and their very chic packaging and colour choices) made its name with body razors but have a great face starter kit which makes for a trendy, not wallet-crushing, little gift. £7.95, For an organic nightcap: Fielden Rye Whisky Fielden Your old man may buy free range eggs and organic milk, but how often does he think about the provenance of his booze? Unlike the majority of whiskies, the grains Fielden uses are grown chemical-free among clover fields in Kent. The result is a rich, buttery whisky that you can feel good about drinking. £62.50, Delli Hot sauce is all the rage right now. Gone are the days of a simple Tabasco: there's now all sorts of fermented, smoky and sweet options to choose from. This starter pack from Delli has a great selection from independent makers. £32, READ SOURCE
Daily Mirror
01-05-2025
- Daily Mirror
Beauty fans rave over 'scent of royalty' perfume that's now available for £10
Shoppers who are big fans of luxury fragrances might want to snap up this deal, as Penhaligon's has a very clever way to purchase its perfumes for a lot less than the usual price tag Bargain hunters are all abuzz about snagging a 'scent of royalty' for a mere £10. Penhaligon's, the luxury perfume label, typically slaps a roughly £215 price tag on its exquisite bottles, but there's a clever trick to bask in their luxurious fragrances without breaking the bank. Penhaligon's has put up its Ladies' Fragrance Collection on their website for £50, with the set boasting five 5ml bottles of their signature aromas. As an avid lover of all things fragrant, who indulges in a spritz every day, even before catching some z's, I reckon this collection could easily span a couple of months. Penhaligon's isn't the only brand cashing in on fragrance exploration sets – Maison Margiela has released a sampler with 7ml samples of Beach Walk and By the Fireplace, for £35 at Sephora, offering a chance to sample stunning scents for less. In a similar vein, Charlotte Tilbury provides a nifty travel trio set containing three 10ml bottles at £48. Over at Sephora, the Empressa perfume is winning hearts, with a solid 4.5 out of 5 stars from a whopping 100+ reviews. One elated customer raved: "The scent of royalty. Opens with a rose and fruit and lingers with a powdery patchouli and bergamot. It lasts for probably 5/6 hours with two sprays. It's definitely a big scent in a small package. If I could envision what it smells like to be a wealthy queen, this is it". Another thrilled purchaser remarked: "This perfume is absolutely beautiful! The scent of peach and vanilla really comes through and lasts the entire day. I wore it on holiday and received multiple compliments, too. The smell is genuinely too nice to only wear on special occasions", reports the Liverpool Echo. And another added: "Empressa has a sensual, earthy, beautifully elegant scent. I definitely get the cocoa, patchouli, amber and frankincense. If you like a warm deep woody scent give it a try. The scent lasted for a few hours." A fourth shopper shared their thoughts, revealing: "When it comes to fragrances, I'm very particular and picky, as I'm not someone who likes a strong overly powerful scent. This, however, has caught my attention. This perfume has notes of cocoa, amber, patchouli, frankincense, and wood. It leaves a sweet yet seductive, definitely for a more mature age demographic. This perfume is also long-lasting; I can definitely see myself purchasing this in the future." Yet, there are consumers who feel the aroma might be too grown-up, with one candidly confessing: "I can't lie I'm not a huge fan of this scent. I did end up giving it to my mother. It seems to be a more mature scent and isn't my cup of tea. The packaging and logo is beautiful though". Customers will find within the Ladies' Fragrance Collection:. The Favourite (Top notes are Violet, Freesia and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Mimosa, Iris and Jasmine Sambac; base notes are Musk, Ambroxan and Sandalwood) Elisabethan Rose (Top notes are Hazelnut, Tangerine, Almond and Cinnamon; middle notes are May Rose, Rose Oil, Rose, Black Currant, Geranium, Red Lily and Plum; base notes are Musk, Woody Notes, Violet, Vetiver and Orris Root) Empressa (Top notes are Blood Orange, Peach, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange and Pink Pepper; middle notes are Rose, Dewberry, Cassis, Neroli and Geranium; base notes are Patchouli, Brown sugar, Musk, Vanilla, Sandalwood, Amber, Cacao and Olibanum) Halfeti (Top notes are Cypress Leaf, Saffron, Cardamom, Artemisia, Bergamot and Grapefruit; middle notes are Bulgarian Rose, Nutmeg and Jasmine; base notes are Agarwood (Oud), Cedar, Leather, Sandalwood, Amber, Tonka Bean, Vanilla and Musk) Luna (Top notes are Lemon, Bergamot and Bitter Orange; middle notes are Rose, Juniper Berries and Jasmine; base notes are Musk, Balsam Fir and Ambergris)
Forbes
05-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Penhaligon's Celebrates 155th Anniversary With China Exhibition
Penhaligon's has quickly become one of the most well-known brands in China's niche fragrance category. Now it's showcasing its 155-year history to its Chinese fanbase. Penhaligon's is a global fragrance brand with a 40-strong portfolio. Its immersive retrospective exhibition 'Eau so British' opened in Shanghai—the first stop in a series of global outings ensuring the brand is as relevant today as it was in 1870. Running from March 28 to April 4, the event opened during Shanghai Fashion Week at the former residence of the comprador He Dong. In a unique partnership with Chinese artist He Xian, Penhaligon's narrative was brought to life through traditional Chinese shadow puppetry, which acted as a backdrop to the retrospective. He Xian drew inspiration from Penhaligon's very first scent Hammam Boutique to create The Birth of an English Legend—6 acts of light and shadow that portrayed how the original Mr. Penhaligon captured jasmine, lavender, and rose, essentially embarking on the brand's 155 year journey. Penhaligon's A considered curation puts the fragrances at the heart of this first consumer-facing event in China. Woven around these, the story is told by 30 items of archival ephemera, including original bottles, heritage products, packaging, and artworks. Across multiple rooms, these document over a century of perfumery, social history, and branding. An audio guide enhances images from Penhaligon's past and present. Penhaligon's immersive exhibition in Shanghai Courtesy Penhaligon's China is a key location for fashion curation. Gucci—a regular exhibitor in China—also launched Bamboo at the same time: Decoding in March at the historical Sunke Villa. Alongside archive pieces, it features artworks from Sybil Montet and Yanran Chen. And 'Eau so British' was not the only China-first show opening at the time; Loro Piana's 'If You Know You Know' at the Museum of Art Pudong was the house's debut China exhibit also opened in March (coincidentally, the brand is celebrating 100 years.) 'Eau so British' coincided with Notes Shanghai, the perfume trade show recently added to the official Shanghai Fashion Week tradeshow schedule. It attracted over 10,000 industry professionals and enthusiasts from all over the world including the fragrance KOL and influencer Scarlett Pan @宝藏女孩阿花. Pan, who attended the exhibition opening, says Penhaligon's reputation in China has been built on the Portraits collection, a line of quirky, humorous characters—what she describes as 'fancy animal-head bottles with melodramatic backstories and British aristocratic vibes.' To cement their appeal among this new generation of fragrance enthusiasts, the exhibition introduced April's release, Fortuitous Finley, which has been added to the Portraits collection. With notes of salted pistachio and the unique violet leaf, it joins other characters from the series such as Duchess Rose, Terrible Teddy, and Arthur—all among the best sellers in China. 'Young customers [here] really eat this up, and it makes the brand's UK heritage, especially the connections with royalty, feel more tangible,' Pan explains. These nods to a long association with the British monarchy started in 1903 when Penhaligon's was awarded its first Royal Warrant by the Queen Consort to King Edward VII, Queen Alexandra. Despite only entering the market in 2021, Penhaligon's has been quickly advancing in the Chinese market. It now has 24 stores in locations like Beijing, Guangzhou, Nanjing, Qingdao, Kunming, Chengdu, and Shenzhen. And while 2025 is an important marker for the historic brand globally, 2024 was a key year for the Puig-owned label in the mainland. That year saw the opening of four doors: Wuhan SKP in July; SLT in Beijing and Plaza 66 in Shanghai—both in August—and Taikoo Hui also in Shanghai in December. For 2025's Lunar New Year, the aptly titled fragrance Luna, among the brand's most popular fragrances in the country, was given a chic, snake-inspired visual rebrand for the festival. Pan, for one, finds these classic collections, especially Sartorial, Blenheim Bouquet (made with King Charles), and Halfeti, more appealing. 'These vintage-style scents with old-school elegance and understated, gentle profiles better reflect the British culture I'm more familiar with, say, in period dramas and films,' she explains. A pre-eminent voices in the sector, Pan complimented the 'visual flair' of the display. 'I think Chinese fragrance lovers probably showed up here today with love and curiosity: a full-on appreciation of British culture,' she said at the event. Few have a heritage quite like Penhaligon's. The exhibition, which has been causing a stir on platforms like Weibo and Red Note, is now moving on to Wuhan followed by stop-offs in London (in May) as well as Dubai and Sydney in Q4.
Telegraph
16-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Telegraph
How to smell like a royal
The King loves to prune, apparently. I hear this from the head gardener at Highgrove Gardens, Grainne Ring, who I'm chatting with in the highly scented (very unexpected for early March) gardens of the King's family residence near Tetbury in Gloucestershire. I've been invited by Royal perfumers Penhaligon's, as the King has agreed to collaborate on a second perfume with them inspired by his famous gardens. The new perfume will come out this summer. 'Scent is so important to these gardens,' explains Ring. 'The King doesn't use any fertilisers, so encouraging pollinating insects is key – which is why he chooses plants for their scent as well as looks.' Right on cue, a fat bumble bee lands on the deliciously scented pale pink Daphne 'Aureomarginata', a winter flowering shrub originally from the Himalayas. It fills my nostrils with its lily of the valley type scent the minute I enter the famous 'stumpery' area of the garden (so called simply because it's built around a collection of upturned tree stumps, currently covered with blankets of velvety green moss, snowdrops, yellow celandines and tiny pink cyclamen). An early butterfly, the first of the year, arrived in the gardens the day previous to my visit. 'We expect a lot from our plants these days,' laughs Grainne Ring in her soft Irish lilt, 'we want them to look good in winter, put on a great show and then die beautifully as well.' The gardens at Highgrove are very beautiful, as anyone who has been will testify. On this perfect, blue-skied March day, there are swathes of purple crocus, nodding golden daffodils, dusky pink hellebores and the largest snowdrops I've ever seen. I'm not even caring that my Chanel ballet flats were an unwise shoe choice, and I should probably have taken up the offer to borrow one of the many pairs of ankle wellies I saw on arrival. I'll cherish the royal mud when I'm back in London. And I've noted to self to book tickets to return in the summer with some girlfriends to see the four acres of wildflower meadow, delphiniums and wisteria which flank the left side of the house. Like a well-executed afternoon tea, there's a lot of choice here for a perfumer. Penhaligon's is of course a fitting choice of perfumers to collaborate with, having held a Royal Warrant since 1903, when they created Blenheim Bouquet Eau de Parfum for the Duke of Marlborough (Winston Churchill and Trinny Woodall are also fans). They're 'eau so British' as the King's Road shop windows playfully testify. The Duke of Edinburgh and King Charles both allegedly wore the citrussy, fresh Blenheim Bouquet scent and bought it for a number of years. Blenheim Bouquet soap and hand cream is placed next to the taps in both of the bathrooms I visited. Importantly, Penhaligon's also adhere with the King's sustainability and eco-friendly philosophy, with all plastic components of the perfume bottle and packaging being 100 per cent recyclable and the printing on the bottles using only organic ink, free of mineral oil. I'm told that the brief for Highgrove Bouquet, the King's first perfume created with Penhaligon's two years ago, was to recreate the scent of the gardens in the summer. In particular, it set out to capture the moment of opening the windows in Highgrove and inhaling the scent from the blossom of the weeping silver lime trees that line the driveway. Author and 'aromacology' expert Danièle Ryman (aromatherapy explores physiological responses to scents, which aromacology investigates the links between scents and emotions), was invited by the King to Highgrove for the launch of his book Highgrove: A Garden Celebrated. She tells me that 'lime tree blossom (or linden blossom as it's also called), it's a clever choice because it's soothing as well as elevating. The French drink it in the evening as a calming tisane.' Highgrove Bouquet Eau de Parfum also has notes of mimosa and a mossy green, powdery base. It's a subtle, softly spoken and elegant fragrance; you have to be close to the person wearing it to detect it. Most fragrances worn by the Royal Family fit this brief. Jo Malone's Orange Blossom Cologne which the Princess of Wales is said to use, (the matching candles were lit in Westminster Abbey during her wedding) is a light floral with subtle notes of vetiver and lily of the valley and would never be considered a brash room rocker. Five hundred years ago, another royal Catherine wore a similar orange blossom and citrussy scent commissioned for her marriage to the King of France. Catherine de Medici's Acqua della Regina from Santa Maria Novella is still available to buy today. Penhaligon's Bluebell, one of Princess Diana's favourite perfumes is another light floral – an almost whimsical take on a bluebell wood using hyacinth and lily of the valley to replicate the smell of a woodland in full bloom of bluebells in early May. The late Queen was rumoured to wear Guerlain's L'Heure Bleue which also contains orange blossom, but is a more complex perfume which ends with the subtle powderiness of the suede interior of a vintage handbag. As fragrance expert Alice du Parcq says, 'it would match the occasion if a crown or gown were being worn but in an understated way'. Similarly understated, Princess Anne is said to wear Hermes's classic Caleche Eau de Parfum, which du Parcq describes as 'the ultimate 'never complain; never explain' fragrance'. It's a timeless, old-money scent which, as well as fitting in with the Princess's equestrian link, has an irissy powderiness at its base which lingers on the skin all day like a silk scarf. One spritz in the morning, and you don't need to re-apply again for the rest of the day is perhaps part of its appeal too. 'Perfume is a way of communication,' says Daniele Ryman 'and the thread connecting lots of these is that they are polite and understated yet elevating at the same time, rather like when you meet the royals themselves.'
