Penhaligon Halfeti Clone — Obsidian Rose
The closest Penhaligon Halfeti clone in our catalogue is Obsidian Rose. We don't claim it's identical — we show you the measured overlap and let the comparison table speak.
A good clone nails the accord structure. Here is that structure, mapped against the original.
Scent comparison
| Original: Penhaligon Halfeti | Obsidian Rose | |
|---|---|---|
| Top notes | Bergamot, Grapefruit, Rose, Jasmine, Saffron | Bergamot, Grapefruit, Rose, Jasmine, Saffron |
| Heart notes | Cardamom, Nutmeg, Oud, Sandalwood, Cedar | Cardamom, Nutmeg, Oud, Sandalwood, Cedar |
| Base notes | Musk, Amber, Vanilla, Tonka, Leather | Musk, Amber, Vanilla, Tonka, Leather |
| Scent family | — | — |
| Concentration | eau de parfum | eau de parfum |
| Our price / Original est. retail | — | $140.00 |
Why it matches
Obsidian Rose tracks Penhaligon Halfeti through the same olfactory backbone — the shared signature notes are Bergamot, Grapefruit, Rose, Jasmine, Saffron. On our 16-facet scent-DNA model the two profiles overlap by about 87%, so it delivers the same opening-to-drydown character at a fraction of the retail price.
Frequently asked questions
- Is Obsidian Rose a good Penhaligon Halfeti dupe?
- Yes — Obsidian Rose overlaps Penhaligon Halfeti by about 86.9% on our 16-facet scent-DNA model, sharing its core notes (Bergamot, Grapefruit, Rose, Jasmine). It's the closest match we carry.
- What does Obsidian Rose smell like?
- It opens with Bergamot, Grapefruit, Rose, a heart of Cardamom, Nutmeg, Oud, drying down to Musk, Amber, Vanilla — mirroring the Penhaligon Halfeti arc.
- How long does Obsidian Rose last?
- As a eau de parfum, Obsidian Rose gives strong, multi-hour longevity with respectable projection — comparable to what people expect from Penhaligon Halfeti.
- How much cheaper is it than Penhaligon Halfeti?
- You get a near-identical experience for a fraction of the original's price.
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Arabiva Fragrances · Obsidian Rose. Referenced brand names belong to their owners and are used for descriptive comparison only.