124 community ratings

Constantinople

Name: Constantinople
Brand: Penhaligon's

Perfumer: Christophe Raynaud

2021UnisexClassic

Votes lean masculine

7.7/ 10

Community score
124 ratings

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Penhaligon's Constantinople is a powdery, spicy unisex scent that suits autumn and winter evenings, wrapping a sweet floral heart in woody, oriental tones.

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Skunky's take: Nightlife loves this one, or so the votes say.

How does it perform?

From 106 community ratings, all out of 10.

Longevity

8.1 /10

Holds up through the day and fades gently toward evening.

Sillage

7.7 /10

People close to you notice, nobody gets overwhelmed.

Bottle

8.5 /10

Talks even from the shelf.

Value for money

6.9 /10

The price makes you think, so a small size is a smart start.

Blind buy risk

Low risk

83% of votes are positive and opinions barely differ.

Notes

They open one after another, from the first spray into the evening.

Top notesfirst 15 minutes

Iris Pine Patchouli Geranium Pink pepper Vanilla Moss Lavender

Accords

From most dominant to most subtle.

Floral
Sweet
Spicy
Woody
Oriental
Powdery

What does Constantinople smell like?

Longevity is rated strong and sillage good. Most voters pick autumn and winter, and few choose summer. It is favoured most for evenings and nights out, with leisure and daily wear also getting votes. Masculine and feminine votes are nearly even, so it leans neither way.

Iris and lavender build a powdery floral base, while pink pepper and geranium add a spicy, slightly green edge. Pine and moss bring a cool, woody note, and patchouli and vanilla carry the sweetness and oriental warmth. Givenchy Gentleman Givenchy (Eau de Parfum) and Guerlain L'Heure Bleue (Eau de Parfum) have a close profile.