Penhaligon’s to open private fragrance archives in London for ‘Eau So British’ exhibition

By Nyima Jobe | Published: 14-May-2025

The fragrance house invites consumers to step inside the exhibition for one day which showcases 155 years of British craftsmanship, eccentricity and olfactory innovation

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British heritage fragrance house Penhaligon’s is inviting the public behind its perfumed curtain with a rare, one-day-only exhibition.

Titled ‘Eau So British’, the immersive experience celebrates the brand’s 155th anniversary and will take place at the brand’s London headquarters at 3 Hanover Square on 17 May. 

Consumers will be given an exclusive glimpse into its storied past – and bold future.

The event marks the first time in Penhaligon’s history that its private archives will be opened to the public. 

Visitors can explore a curated collection of never-before-seen artefacts, including vintage fragrance bottles, original scent formulas, early product sketches and ephemera dating back to the Victorian era.

Julia Koeppen, Global General Manager of Penhaligon’s, told Cosmetics Business: “The Eau So British exhibition was inspired by a simple idea: how do you capture the essence of a brand that’s been delighting noses for over 150 years? The answer? You let people step inside it.

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