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Leshka37 – :
I got a sample of this from Lucky Scent and it immediately reminded me of CK One. My older brother had a bottle of CK One and I remember the smell all the way from 95. Quercus smells like a higher quality CK One, but is too close and I don’t think I would ever wear it.
SSgermes – :
Quercus is a classic citrusy-aromatic-floral scent with a vintage vibe and a soapy heart suitable for warm weather, totally safe and unisex.
I get mainly slightly sour citruses, soapy florals and some greens.
This is not a new smell for me so I’m not impressed.
Performance is low-moderate overall. I do get the similarity with CK One Calvin Klein only Querqus feels softer. Owning both is redundant.
subbdima – :
What’s with me testing out fragrances that start with Q lately?! I get a vague citrus and wood; white florals, oakmoss, sandalwood and musk. Quercus is a little generic smelling and someone I know confirmed it smells like CK One. Kind of a body lotion vibe.
Unisex leaning feminine. I think Q would work in any season. Not really sexy and just fine for work. I was surprised at the performance of this cologne as many Penhaligon’s scents are pretty quiet. Lasted seven hours before becoming soft with nice sillage and projection. While Quercus isn’t exactly groundbreaking I do like it. Reasonably priced, performance is there and it smells good. Quercus sounds like a cheeky insult you would call someone. A little like the word dingus. “Give this perfume a try ya quercus!”
PSIXXX – :
Quercus was one of my first Niche fragrances, I bought it at a time when I should have only been able to afford CK 1 but I plunged for the better of the 2. I had tried CK1 a million times but never bought the bottle, I really wanted to like it but it never captured me, and to this day I feel the same way. Quercus however caught me by surprise. I first tried it as toiletries at a boutique hotel I was staying in for work, I had no idea what the scent nor the brand was but it stuck with me, I stole a tone of soaps and toiletries that week haha. The vibrant citrus and sophistication just had me hooked. It just smells like a crisp linen shirt walking through a citrus grove. It’s classy but casual, it’s not modern but it’s so incredibly clean.
It had just come out and wasn’t even available in the Us at the time. But the next year when I was in Vegas I found out there was a boutique that carried it I immediately marched my self over and bought quercus for me and Blenheim bouquet for my then boyfriend now husband.
I feel like penhaligons is sometimes written off like MDCI is written off. Yes they may not be ground breaking scents and may seem over priced but sometimes the little twist each brans takes is what makes it loved and unique and not a mass CK1. I would have loved a little more sillage but quite honestly I just spray away with this one on a hot summer day. I enjoy it.
malser777 – :
I agree with many others.. its CK1..But A Feminine version…I personally cannot stand this fragrance or CK1…Pass..
surrikat – :
Low sillage and longevity. A citrus and floral combo that doesn’t work on me. I’m also not a big oatmoss fan. Definitely not bottle worthy…
alexxale – :
a hit and miss for me…I think it was an attempt to offer something different within the genre but eventually I find it too flat, lacking character and depth.
Daden – :
Smells like a blend of Burberry Weekend and Chanel platinum egoiste. very soapy and mature fragrance and can be wore all season and day time occasions. perfect for office or business setting.
budka12345 – :
Smells like a blend of Burberry Weekend and Chanel platinum egoiste. very soapy and mature fragrance and can be wore all season and day time occasions. perfect for office or business setting.
anastasiaCOOl – :
As most reviews here have noted, this smells similar to CK One, with less longevity and sillage.
I concur, but in my opinion Quercus is a more refined fragrance. CK One is loud – a tart citrus, in-your-face florals. Quercus is more restrained and well-rounded. You have the same citrus and floral notes, but they seem more natural and blend together better.
If CK One was your signature scent in high school, Quercus is what you would be wearing to the office as an adult.
Overall, a pleasant scent, I just wish longevity was better (I get around 2 hours).
Ertoplin – :
My first impression is that this is almost identical to CK1. Seems like the scent profile is essentially the same. Lots of citrus with a little musk and florals. Seems like most of the citrus is bergamot/lime with a bit of lemon.
Since I like CK1 I like this one as well. Like most citrus scents (and like CK1) sillage and longevity are on the modest side.
ГКС – :
It’s nice. A 90’s fragrance all the way, citrus and unisex.
Oakmoss and sandalwood are noticeable. The lemon is obvious at first, then is disappears completely.
I’m not attracted to this type of fragrances anymore, I guess I already filled my dose during my teen years.
Still, if you like citrus fresh fragrances, then go for it.
Firemanandruxa123 – :
Copycat, clone and dupe!
As mentioned by guys here, it is a CK One rebottled, and more accurately a performance-weakened and over-priced version of that.
Some guys would try all means to argue that Quercus != CK One. Yes, yes, of course, as we can not find two pieces of leaves are the same on this planet. I admit that there is a few differences b/w those two, but the act of blindly exaggerating the tiny distinction is absurd.Rating: not necessary.
—–You’d better ignore this one, and go grab a CK One instead!
Lorchi – :
CK One rebottled…but Quercus is more elegant and sophisticated…however, projection and lasting are moderate at best…
Edvsrds – :
Reminds me of a nicer version of Bvlgari Parfumee Au The Vert.
Low sillage not my type of scent.
parapet34 – :
A CLASSY AND MORE ELEGANT CK ONE
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I had the oportunity today to try this wonderful fragrance.
It opens very very elegant with a hint of classy. In the beginning I couldn’t identify it, but a few seconds later it didn’t mater any more… I was definitely under Quercus’ spell.
Without a doubt there is a huge similarity with CK One – but don’t let yourself be fooled too easily. To compare ‘Quercus’ with CK One is like the book ‘The little Prince’ by Antoine de Saint-Exupery. Young people and old people read it alike and love it. But the young people (CK One) like the adventures of the prince, while the older readers (the connoisseurs, Quercus) read between the lines and love the lecture for it’s metaphores.
Overall: To compare ‘Quercus’ to CK One is to compare teenagers, who lack experience, to real connoisseurs, who can write entire books on classy elegance! They are all human, but there is undoubtedly a lof of difference.
Longetivity: – 3/10
Sillage: – 3/10
All in all: 7 out of 10 points (because it is manipulatingly charming).
dzp586Unlogrere – :
This isn’t my favorite from the Penhaligon’s range but oddly the one I reach for most often.
I can’t think of another fragrance that is more “appropriate” for all occasions during the brighter months.
Daytime – Bright and fresh but not annoying
Evening – The slight resinous notes gives it a bit of sweet warmth.
Casual – Not shouty with a nice bit of woodiness
Formal – The jasmine lends is some class.
It really is just an all round great jack-of-all-trades frag.
Not the cheapest, but since January when it fell under control of Puig seems to show up with discounts fairly regularly. If you like citrus (and I don’t) it’s probably safe as a blind buy if the price is right.
alla30 – :
Quercus for me is the most forgettable of all Penhaligon’s fragrances I have tried. Its one that I neither like or dislike. I have tried to develop a love for it but have been unable to do so in nearly two years.
Having said that I feel that is is probably the most universal fragrance Penhaligon’s have. Anybody could wear this easily as the notes are inoffensive. Maybe in time I will fall in love with this. However I do not feel it is a fragrance I crave for and reach for easily.
Mejvc684Diobtetty – :
Light, spring like, fresh and citrusy.. It’s a little too manly for me, but if I came across a guy wearing it I think it would give me a serious case of the fanny gallops.
Smart wool suit, crisp white shirt, five O’ clock shadow and chiselled cheekbones. And Quercus. Sigh.
Yummy.
I_am_here – :
This cologne is amazing.the perfect Summer fragrence but doesn’t project very much but does stay on the skin for a while.if they ever make a Purfume version of this I would defently buy another bottle.
fragrence 10/10
Longevity 7/10
sillage 5/10
gimar73 – :
This reminds me of so many other fragrances ranging from the inexpensive CK One and Chrome Legend all the way to the high priced Kobe, by Xerjoff. It’s a slightly watery fragrance equal parts citrus notes and white florals, specifically neroli and jasmine. It’s decent and of relatively good quality, appropriate for the spring and summer. It presents an impression that is clean and fresh. There’s not a ton of personality in Quercus, but it does its job well, and while I wouldn’t be mad if someone gave this to me as a gift, I wouldn’t seek it out either. Performance is good. Thumbs up because there’s nothing wrong with this offering from Penhaligon’s, and on its own it’s a solid fragrance, but once you start comparing it to others, it kind of gets lost in the mix.
koshakkoshak – :
If you like cheap “fresh” fragrances then this will appeal to you. I can’t see why anyone would buy this for £85 when you can buy ck one for less than half the price. Not to mention that ck one lasts longer and is actually nicer, in my opinion, than Quercus. Don’t be fooled by the royal warrants!
ded192 – :
I got a small body lotion sample, and I *knew* it smelled so familiar, but I couldn’t quite place it. And yes, It is verrry similar to CK One! It may actually be a bit more subtle, and significantly less synthetic. Ultimately I think it’s a more aromatic and refined identical twin… I think CK One is pretty obnoxious, but don’t mind Quercus at all.
Merlin19 – :
The top is a lot like that of CK One, which in my opinion is pleasant, but with a bit more believable fruitiness. Unfortunately, as it gets sweeter, the fruit begins to overripen a bit. The sweetness surpasses CK One, or the fruity middle of Halston Unbound, but the fruit isn’t as artificial as in Eternity. Quercus also has a bit less of CK One’s assy faux leather base, which I begin to dislike after a while, but it’s still enough for me to notice it.
VHDanny – :
citrus, green, clean. Just reminds me of crisp white linens, and lightly starched white shirts with collar open.
Wolfmer – :
Because of the numerous comparisons to CK One, I pit Quercus against it. Everyone was right. They’re very similar.
The difference becomes larger by the 3.5 hour mark. Until now, CK One was easily beating Quercus with projection. Its notes also seemed sharper and more focused. Quercus felt soft and diffuse. Strangely, right after 3.5 hours, CK One just disappeared. Quercus is still there, but very close to my skin. This matchup reminds me of the fable where the tortoise beats the hare because it conserves it strength and determinedly walks on. Quercus is the tortoise here.
This is tough. Quercus seems like a refined and softer (and weaker) CK One. It’s also 2x as expensive: $1.60/mL v. $0.84/mL for CK One… I prefer CK One for its louder and sharper presenation, and cheaper price.
JuraKU – :
Spicy green chypre. Loud, unafraid to show the world its presence.
For men only? Well, I love this scent and would probably want to acquire it in the future.
exhiphece – :
What a funny scent. Normally, I adore citrusy, woodsy, greens but this one … this one went on like bad breath, ten minutes later it smelled like industrial bathroom soap and ten minutes after that it transformed into Jean Naté. Isn’t it amazing how different these perfumes play out?
kaizer_59_rus – :
This may be aimed at men, but I just love it! A soft and classic fragrance.
dvernik – :
Great summer scent from Penh’s. I only compare it to Fleur d’Orange Amere Hermes. Excellent for the sunny days and warm nights of the Mediterannean.
boardrusforall – :
This is a nice summer scent. One of my favorites out of the Penhaligon line. It is too bad that out of all of the toiletries Quercus has to offer, they do not include a shaving cream or balm.
LiLaLu – :
I love this. love it love it so much I have the soap and body lotion. I honestly don’t care that I’m wearing a male cologne, to me it’s unisex not masculine. I love the spontaneous, impulsive, quirky, impish character i become once this brings me to life( anyone who reads Jilly Cooper novels- Tabitha Campbell Black wore this). It’s fresh and zesty citrus all over, a clean and lively scent, not to be mixed up with detergent or soapy smells by all the “cleanliness” descriptions going on. My only wish is that it lasted longer 🙁 but it helps with layering on top of the body lotion.
colnychko – :
A man that wears Quercus smells masculine, trustworthy and secure. This is absolutely desireable in a man. I would grab the arm of a man I loved wearing Quercus and love to walk alongside him.
Weexireseipse – :
I adore Penhaligon’s collection, and I collect some. The first impression for me was Quercus is similar like… you know what. So, I never try it again, or even “put” it on my collection list.
However, after a few months since that first impression, I try again Quercus. This time, I sprayed it in wrist. I sniff it all day, and I found a gap between Quercus and “that one”… Like what they said before me, Quercus is more “calm”, or if I can say more “elegant”. Now, I have a dilemma. Should I have it, or leave it…
breelryenep – :
Penhaligon’s says it’s unisex. When I stayed at the Fairmont, all of their little toiletries were Quercus. It’s fresh & clean with a soft woodsy base. The citrus is not overwhelming in any way (I can be sensitive to citrus). It was hard to find in the US, but I was very excited when I stumbled upon a boutique that sold Penhaligon’s. I bought a large bottle, which was the most I’d ever spent on perfume in my life up until that point.
So imagine how annoyed I was when my friend commented that I smelled like CK1. To be honest, CK1 never even crossed my mind, and I’m very familiar with it. Still, I have not been able to wear it since then. My dad loves it. He says it’s “very pretty.” He is not a fan of those typical masculine colognes. I’m happy to let him borrow it, and I don’t think of CK1 when he wears it.
berko – :
To my nose, the notes on this are slightly misleading and a tad simplistic. What I detect is quite contrary and no doubt what Mr Penhaligon was intending (actually the man’s been dead over a hundred years).
The opening to my mind is like the heady astringency of a freshly opened foil packet of Smith’s Crisps (potato chips) – the Salt n Vinegar flavour that one can only reliably find in downmarket British inner city working-class pubs.
This salt n vinegar note is over almost as quickly as a packet of Smiths Crisps by a hungry drunk who has skipped dinner and is desperate to eat some greasy snacks as his sixth pint of lager swills about his empty stomach.
It is overtaken by furniture polish and brasso that enhances the symphony of British Pub notes. One can almost detect the acrid petroleum based “brasso” and reek of furniture polish spray which is balanced by the subdued pong of old damp pub carpet that has been infused with spilt beer and cigarette smoke from the 1980s and trodden in grit and dust that has been traipsed in by patrons gagging for a pint straight off the building site with little hopes of greater aspirations.
The dry down is a muted petroleum smudge with a hint of an ink stain and an old damp kitchen cloth that needs to be laundered or thrown away. Overall a perfect homage to a dank British Pub in the 1980s.
frantis – :
What a breath of fresh air! I’m liking Quercus, but I do think it dips it foot further inside the man cave than i would like (i.e, i would prefer this on my SO rather than myself)
I really can’t think of anything negative to say about this. Teh citrus opening is spot on (love it, actually), and the drydown is flawless. I”m surprised it was created in 1999, it has a more ‘mature’ feeling to me, as if it were made at the turn of the century.
thumbs up!
ShotheCon – :
Quercus is Latin for oak, and brings to mind strong woody aromas, greens, leaves and an earthy rooted feel; masculine, yet beautiful and warm…strong enough to stand firm, but supple enough to sway with the Wind,Penhaligon hit the nail on the head with this one!
Quercus begins with an utterly beautiful citrus melange that really shines. Not too much of any one particular citrus, but the best of all of them. The mint adds a fresh aromatic greeness to it without the menthol aftertaste or biting pungency. As it dries and begins to develop on the skin, it reveals a muguet and jasmine combo that is clean and not too floral, but still sexy and verdant. Cardamom adds its subtle aqueous spice to this and keeps it from getting too feminine, but guys have a softer side too,(they just don’t show it as much!). The basenotes develop on me, but they are very understated: the galbanum whspers, as opposed to it’s normally loud scent, and the woods are delicate but firm. The oakmoss is breezy and adds that chypre-ness to the overall feel and the amber-musk adds depth without too much ‘stink’ (I mean that in the classic and not derogatory meaning!)An extremely elegant scent that is very clean and light, with just enough prescence to linger, but not overpower. Nice enough to be unisex, but probably would do better on a man.
Sillage: decent
Longevity: good
Overall: 4.25/5
I can see why many compare this to cK 1, but I find this scent to be far more elegant and refined than cK1 and would wear it more for special occasions as opposed to an everyday scent. cK1 is great, don’t get me wrong; it’s just that Penhaligon scents are (besides much more expensive) more natural smelling and quite a bit better constructed on the whole. I am very pleased with my first samplings from this house and see a bleak bank balance in my future…
Dantrius – :
Penhaligon QUERCUS is a uniquely structured fragrance. It opens very aromatically, with lots of bright citrus and vibrant basil. Next it settles into a greenish chypre peppered with lily of the valley. Incredibly, however, the drydown becomes aromatic once again: cardamom mingles with a woody-musk base, along with a touch of citrus oil.
I like this composition a lot and don’t think that it belongs only to men. QUERCUS seems a fine summertime scent for anyone looking for a very natural-feeling citrus aromatic floral green chypre!
Insamsenforma – :
good and enough expensive cologne, but not the best(for me). very beautiful and traditional shape of the bottle
qdo163bedyWelty – :
Lots of People compare this one with CK one. They did smell alike, but they present totally different characters. One is symbol of Pop culture, the other stands for, let say, a modesty tradition.
Generally speaking, CKone presents notes in a showy way: sharp citrus, loud and spicy floral notes(jasmine with muguet)… but Quercus always smells much more softer and peaceful, the same citrus and floral seem to be tamed.
My impression: CKone is a piece of glitter glass, shiny and colorful. Quercus is a piece of soft velvet shimmering under the moonlight.