Clandestine Clara 2017

Clandestine Clara, a Warm Spicy Floral

Clandestine Clara is a warm, characterful floral from a classic British house. Our version keeps that feel, opening with lavender and bergamot before a rose and jasmine heart settles over amber, musk, and spices.

The Story Behind the Scent

Penhaligon’s built Clandestine Clara as part of its storytelling Portraits collection, a warm, sensual floral with a hint of intrigue. The idea was elegance with a secret, refined and a little mysterious.

That warm mystery is its appeal. The lavender keeps it soft, the rose makes it rich, and the amber and spice give it depth. Our interpretation follows that same refined path.

How Our Version Compares to the Original

The original is a much loved niche scent. Here is how our version compares.

Who It’s For

This is for someone who loves warm, rich, elegant florals. It suits cooler weather and evenings and reads well on both men and women.

Notes

Top notes: Lavender, Bergamot

Heart notes: Rose, Jasmine

Base notes: Amber, Musk, Spices

How it Smells

It opens soft and aromatic, with lavender and a lift of bergamot.

The heart is rich and floral, with rose and jasmine blooming warmly.

The base is warm and deep, with amber, musk, and spices giving a refined, lasting finish.

Common Questions

What does Clandestine Clara smell like?
It is a warm spicy floral. Lavender and bergamot open it, rich rose and jasmine fill the heart, and a warm amber and spice base gives it depth.

Is this the same as the Penhaligon’s original?
No. This is our own interpretation made to capture the feel of the original. It is not produced by or affiliated with Penhaligon’s.

How long does it last?
Built at up to 40% perfume oil, it is long lasting, staying rich on the skin for hours.

What size is the bottle?
Every bottle is 50ml, made in the EU as an eau de parfum concentration.

Is it for men or women?
Both. Its warm, elegant character is comfortably unisex.

When should I wear it?
It is at its best in autumn and winter and for evenings.

Disclaimer

Penhaligon’s and Clandestine Clara are trademarks of their respective owners, and all rights remain with them. Parfumour is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or connected to Penhaligon’s in any way, and no business relationship of any kind is implied. Our product is an original interpretation created to evoke a similar scent profile, and the trademark names are used purely for honest, descriptive comparison, so that you can quickly identify the style and fragrance family you are looking for. We make no claim to sell the original product, and we do not use the same ingredients or formula. Any similarity lies in the overall impression of the scent as interpreted by our own perfumers, not in the source materials.