Empressa is a floral‑fruity, sweet, and opulent fragrance released in 2018 as part of Penhaligon’s Trade Routes collection. Inspired by the luxury of silks, pearls, and exotic goods once traded through London, it embodies sophistication with a radiant, feminine glow. Its character is plush, sparkling, and gently sensual—perfect for daytime elegance, spring and summer seasons, or any moment when you want to feel polished and luminous.
Notes
Top: Blood Orange, Bergamot, Mandarin Orange
Heart: Peach, Rose, Blackcurrant, Dewberry, Neroli, Geranium, Pink Pepper, Black Pepper, Cardamom, Nutmeg
Base: Patchouli, Sandalwood, Musk, Amber, Vanilla, Frankincense, Maltol, Cocoa
Empressa opens with a bright, citrus‑fruity burst of blood orange, bergamot, and mandarin—sparkling, juicy, and uplifting. This vibrant introduction feels luxurious and fresh, setting a polished tone. As it settles into the heart, lush notes of peach, rose, blackcurrant, and dewberry bloom into a velvety, subtly sweet floral‑fruity bouquet. Spices like cardamom, nutmeg, and pink pepper add nuance and sophistication without heaviness. In the dry‑down, Empressa becomes warm, silky, and decadent as patchouli and sandalwood blend with amber, vanilla, and soft musk. Cocoa and maltol add a whisper of gourmand sweetness, creating an indulgent, refined aura. The final impression is elegant, radiant, and quietly sensual—luxury wrapped in silk.
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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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