Penhaligon s Lily of the Valley
Penhaligon s

Lily of the Valley

CitrusFloralGreenWoody

Lily of the Valley by Penhaligon'sis a Floral Green fragrance for women. Lily of the Valley was launched in 1976. The nose behind this fragrance is Michael Pickthall. Top notes are Geranium, Amalfi Lemon and Bergamot; middle notes are Lily-of-the-Valley, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine and Rose; base notes are Oakmoss and Sandalwood.

Notes

Top notes
First 0–15 minutes
Base notes
2+ hours, dry-down

Fragrance profile

Estimated from note profile
Longevity6–8 hrs
Sillage (projection)Moderate

When to wear Lily of the Valley

Best seasons
🌸Spring☀️Summer🍂Autumn❄️Winter
Best occasions
Daily wearDate nightEveningSport / outdoorFormal

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Common questions about Lily of the Valley

What does Penhaligon s Lily of the Valley smell like?+

Penhaligon s Lily of the Valley is a citrus, floral, and green fragrance. The opening is amalfi lemon. the heart settles on lily-of-the-valley, ylang-ylang, and jasmine. the dry-down rests on oakmoss and sandalwood.

How long does Penhaligon s Lily of the Valley last on skin?+

Penhaligon s Lily of the Valley is estimated to last 6–8 hrs on skin (a 4/5 longevity score). This is derived from the base-note composition — heavier base families like oriental, woody, and leather extend wear, while citrus-led blends tend to fade faster.

How strong is the projection of Penhaligon s Lily of the Valley?+

Penhaligon s Lily of the Valley projects at a moderate level (3/5 sillage). Expect it to be noticeable within arm's reach without overpowering the room.

When should I wear Penhaligon s Lily of the Valley?+

Penhaligon s Lily of the Valley is best worn during spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The note profile makes it well suited to daily wear, date night, evening, sport / outdoor, and formal. ScentCast pairs it with live weather and your calendar so you only reach for it on the right days.

Do I need to reapply Penhaligon s Lily of the Valley during the day?+

Based on the note structure, a single morning application usually carries through the full day. Heat and humidity will shorten longevity; cooler weather and moisturised skin will extend it.

Is Penhaligon s Lily of the Valley worth adding to a fragrance collection?+

Penhaligon s Lily of the Valley fits collectors looking for citrus, floral, and green signature. ScentCast members can add Penhaligon s Lily of the Valley to their collection and the app will surface it on the days the weather, occasion, and personal taste align — turning a single bottle into an informed rotation pick rather than a guess.

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