Halfeti Penhaligon's vs Istanbul

People who smelled both say they have some resemblance, and most agree. Halfeti Penhaligon's is sweeter, and Halfeti Penhaligon's is longer lasting.

How alike are they?

Most agree

The meter shows how close people who smelled both say they are.

Based on many votes

Where they differ

  • Halfeti Penhaligon's is sweeter.
  • Halfeti Penhaligon's is longer lasting.
  • Halfeti Penhaligon's leans more masculine.
Based on many votes

How they wear

Longevity
Long lastingLonger lasting than 60% of fragrancesBased on lots of votes
Moderate longevityBased on many votes
Projection
Moderate projectionBased on lots of votes
Moderate projectionBased on many votes
Gender lean
Unisex, leans masculineBased on lots of votes
UnisexBased on many votes

What they're made of

Halfeti Penhaligon's

Main accords
  • Warm spicy
  • Woody
  • Aromatic
  • Fresh spicy
  • Leather
  • Oud
Top notes
Heart notes

Istanbul

Main accords
  • Warm spicy
  • Cinnamon
  • Powdery
  • Woody
  • Amber
Top notes
Heart notes

Which one is for you?

Pick Halfeti Penhaligon's if…

  • you want one that is sweeter
  • you want one that is longer lasting
  • you want one that leans more masculine

Pick Istanbul if…

  • you want one that is less sweet
  • you want one that is shorter lasting
  • you want one that leans more feminine