Lily of the Valley
white floral up front, then fresh, settling into citrus.
About
Lily of the Valley by Penhaligon's is 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…
Nose: Michael Pickthall
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin 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 office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Penhaligon's picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Lily of the Valley smell like?
white floral up front, then fresh, settling into citrus. Dominant accords: white floral, fresh, citrus.
What notes are in Lily of the Valley?
Top: Geranium, Amalfi Lemon, Bergamot. Heart: Lily-of-the-Valley, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Rose. Base: Oakmoss, Sandalwood.
How long does Lily of the Valley last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Lily of the Valley loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Lily of the Valley best for?
Spring is the top pick (58%). Summer is second at 29%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Lily of the Valley?
Day wear leads at 89%. Night is a secondary pick at 11%.
Is Lily of the Valley for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 66% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Lily of the Valley?
Composed by Michael Pickthall. Released in 1976.
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