Description
Clandestine Clara is a warm, spicy‑sweet woody fragrance released in 2017 as part of Penhaligon’s Portraits collection. It presents a confident, indulgent character built around boozy rum, spiced florals, and creamy vanilla‑woods, creating a sensual, slightly mischievous aura. The scent feels elegant yet daring, ideal for evening wear, autumn/winter seasons, and anyone who appreciates rich, comforting, spiced‑gourmand profiles.
Notes
Top: Rum, Bergamot, Cinnamon
Heart: Vanilla, Patchouli, Ambroxan
Base: Musk, Tonka Bean, Amber, Woody Notes
The fragrance opens with a warm rum note blended with bergamot brightness and soft cinnamon spice, creating an inviting and charismatic first impression. As it moves into the heart, creamy vanilla combines with earthy patchouli and smooth amber, building a plush, gently resinous sweetness. This stage feels warm, elegant, and quietly indulgent. In the dry‑down, musk and tonka bean add softness and depth, while woody facets lend structure and sophistication. The overall result is a sensual, warm‑spicy woody‑sweet scent with excellent comfort and personality — refined, addictive, and quietly seductive
Additional Information
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3 ml Roll on Oil, 6 ml Roll on Oil, 12 ml Roll on Oil, 30 ml Extrait Spray, 50 ml Extrait Spray, 100 ml Extrait Spray |
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INSPIRED BY PENHALIGON'S CLANDESTINE CLARA
£3.00