British Tales

Opus 1870 2005

Opus 1870 by Penhaligon's
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7.5 / 10 220 Ratings
According to EssenceVitae Research Team A perfume by Penhaligon's for men, released in 2005. Furthermore The scent is spicy-woody. It is being marketed by Puig.
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7.5220 Ratings
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6.7172 Ratings
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5.9172 Ratings
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7.7169 Ratings
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6.834 Ratings
Submitted by DonVanVliet, last update on 08.05.2024.
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The fragrance is part of the "British Tales" collection.

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5 in-depth fragrance descriptions
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Miaw2

339 Reviews
Miaw2
Miaw2
Helpful Review 4  
Peppery cedar
It's all about pepper, cedar and a little incense. And it's very good combo.

Smells classic and elegant along with others Penhaligon's releases.

Lasting power, sillage and projection are medium. Thumbs up.

Updated January 2014
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Rickbr

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That's why it's good to go back on a scent after a while to have tried it, what is not often interesting to you can become with details that escaped from first. The first time I tested the Opus 1870 i did not see much grace in it but today i appreciated its discreet and sophisticated aroma. Somehow, he is the male version of oriental scent that Penhaligons launched in 2003, called Malabah, and it went past me this connection when I felt a few years ago. The structure of incense, amber, woods and rose in malabah repeats here, but it's calibrated to soften the floral rose, amplifying the spices and bring a fresh edge to them. Although it dosen't have ginger or pomegranate, I feel an illusion of those two notes constantly on the skin and I find it very interesting. The illusion of pomegranate I suspect it is, somehow, a result of the combination of rose with cinnamon, but the ginger I do not have a clue I just notice a touch of fresh cut ginger very discreet along with the aroma of pepper and something citrus at the opening. This phase is followed by what strikes me as the sweet scent of pomegranate, which must be the rose and cinnamon, and evolves into a slightly dry and velvety incensed woody base. I found it a great scent, something with a mainstream appeal and a slightly more exclusive care.
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Drseid

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Drseid
Drseid
Helpful Review 4  
Bland Cedar...
I love cedar scents, but not really Opus. The primary reason is the cedar is somewhat muted and mild here (even though it is the most dominant note by far throughout the scent's development) possibly tamed by some rose and maybe a hint of pepper. I guess I just am not getting a lot of personality from Opus 1870. Not a bad scent, but not distinctive either. 2.5 to 3 stars out of 5.
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Vitodito

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Vitodito
Vitodito
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Fresh, Spicy & Classy
I became really obsessed with this scent.

It’s really really classic, elegant, smart… and fortunately it doesn’t smell fougere to me. It’s just a classy classic men smell.

I would definitely classify it into the 35+ male category, and i can barely detect any listed note. Maybe i would describe it as a fresh spicy scent?

As usual within this “world”, i disagree with the performance “rhates”, as i can easily smell it after a lot of hours, and people around me too. If you’re used to spray 8-10 sprays of strong extracts, and maybe use 3-4 perfumes a day, that might be the reason why you are not happy with its performance.

Lovely for every time of the year altough i would say spring and autumn might be its best time, any occasion any dress.
Slight similarity with Mechant Loup and a very little “Gucci” vibe, but not a copy at all of any of them. They just share some small similar parts.

Thanks for reading :-)
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Quad37

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Good men's fragrance suitable for everyday use
The fragrance brings fresh pleasant citrus, with woods and light spice. Very nicely balanced. Never overwhelming at any time. Opening fresher and the drydown then very woody. Both nice. Works for leisure activities during the day but also in the office. H/S average.

In itself a very beautifully made fragrance. English restrained, mature with aristocratic DNA. Probably no nose is bothered by this fragrance.
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KingPinKingPin 5 years ago
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8.5
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Classic cedar perked up by spices and a hint of florals. A bit strong, but otherwise very good. 8.5/10.
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JoaoMartinsJoaoMartins 6 years ago
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A pure black pepper bomb! Classy and refined.
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HejaHeja 8 years ago
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Great when you don't wanna be the center of attention. Perfect office scent, still different from the mainstream. Thumbs up!
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HermeshHermesh 9 years ago
7.5
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5
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Transparent musk with mild pepper. The scent has clean and a little warm appearance.
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