Opus 1870
Penhaligon's2005
Side by side
Opus 1870 vs. Arabesque
Arabesque projects louder.
The essentials
At a glance
| Opus 1870 | Arabesque | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | — | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2005 | 2015 |
| Gender | Male | Unisex |
| Best season | Spring | Winter |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Opus 1870
Woody
Warm Spicy
Fresh Spicy
Citrus
Aromatic
Powdery
Amber
Balsamic
Arabesque
Sweet
Warm Spicy
Fruity
Tobacco
Cinnamon
Amber
Vanilla
Aromatic
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
Bourbon PepperYuzuCoriander
PlumTobacco LeafGinger
Heart
English roseFrankincenseCloveCinnamon
CinnamonTonka BeanCedarwood
Base
CedarwoodGuaiac WoodAustralian SandalwoodMusk
BenzoinWhite MuskVetiver
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Opus 1870 | Arabesque | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Longevity | 6-10 hours | 6-10 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | strong |
No varnish
Real talk
Penhaligon's wanted a flagship that felt like London in autumn, and the black pepper-citrus opening absolutely delivers that crisp energy. The frankincense in the heart is where things get.Opus 1870
Sweet enough to sip, dry enough to sit in a leather chair. That's the tobacco-vanilla paradox drawing people to Arabesque, sophisticated warmth without trying, built for cold evenings and the hours.Arabesque