WS-P-2005

Opus 1870

2005Men

woody up front, then fresh spicy, settling into warm spicy.

Opus 1870 by Penhaligon's is a Aromatic Spicy fragrance for men. Opus 1870 was launched in 2005. Top notes are Pepper, Yuzu, Coriander, Juniper, Cardamom, Bergamot and Pink Pepper; middle notes are Incense, Rose, Cinnamon and Orris Root; base notes are Virginia Cedar, Sandalwood, Musk, Leather, Amber and Vanilla.

woody fresh spicy warm spicy citrus

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Pepper, Yuzu, Coriander, Juniper, Cardamom, Bergamot, Pink Pepper
Heart· 2–4h
Incense, Rose, Cinnamon, Orris Root
Drydown· 6h+
Virginia Cedar, Sandalwood, Musk, Leather, Amber, Vanilla

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

88%

75%

56%

43%

42%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Spring32%Fall30%Summer20%Winter18%Day70%Night30%Wears lean male41%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best date night perfumes — Warm base accords suit after-hours rotation.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Opus 1870 smell like?

woody up front, then fresh spicy, settling into warm spicy. Dominant accords: woody, fresh spicy, warm spicy.

What notes are in Opus 1870?

Top: Pepper, Yuzu, Coriander, Juniper, Cardamom, Bergamot, Pink Pepper. Heart: Incense, Rose, Cinnamon, Orris Root. Base: Virginia Cedar, Sandalwood, Musk, Leather, Amber, Vanilla.

How long does Opus 1870 last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Opus 1870 loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Opus 1870 best for?

Spring is the top pick (32%). Fall is second at 30%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Opus 1870?

Day wear leads at 70%. Night is a secondary pick at 30%.

Is Opus 1870 for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 41% read it as lean male. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.