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GuerlainHabit Rouge

Habit Rouge (EDT)

1988

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Versions Timeline

1988

Habit Rouge Eau de Toilette (Original Release)

2003

Habit Rouge (2003)

2007

Habit Rouge (2007)

2011

Habit Rouge (2011)

2017

Habit Rouge (2017)

Price Range
$95 – $125

Estimated price range, including all bottle sizes

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Perfumers

Jean-Paul Guerlain

"Habit Rouge Eau de Toilette is Guerlain’s iconic citrus-amber-leather masculine, widely regarded as one of perfumery’s great classics. While the Habit Rouge name dates to 1965, multiple sources indicate the Eau de Toilette format emerged as a distinct release in 1988, following the earlier eau de cologne-era original. Its structure contrasts bright, sparkling citrus and aromatic facets with florals, soft spices, leather, vanilla, and mossy warmth. The effect is refined, powdery, slightly dandyish, and unmistakably French, often compared in spirit to a masculine counterpart to Shalimar. Even in modern bottles, reviewers consistently describe it as elegant, vintage-leaning, and highly recognizable despite reformulation over time. It remains one of the reference-point amber fragrances for men and a hallmark of Guerlain’s heritage style."

Ideal Environment

Best Seasons

Spring
Fall
Winter

Ideal Weather

Mild
Cold
Dry
Cloudy

Moods

Elegant
Sophisticated
Confident
Warm
Alluring

Occasions

Daily Use
Work
Dinner
Formal
Date

Fun Facts

Habit Rouge is often cited as the first oriental/amber fragrance created specifically for men.

The name references the red riding coats worn in equestrian dressage and fox-hunting traditions, reflecting Guerlain’s equestrian inspiration.

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Aromatic Profile

0m/8h
Top Notes
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CitrusFreshGreenSpicyFloralWoodyPowderySweetOrientalLeatheryChypreResinous

What Changed

This original EDT release followed the earlier 1965 Habit Rouge in eau de cologne form; later bottles were reformulated over time, but the core citrus-leather-vanilla structure remained recognizable.

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

0–1h 12m

lemon
brazilian rosewood
orange
bergamot
lime
tangerine
basil
Middle Notes

1h 12m–3h 36m

rose
carnation
sandalwood
cinnamon
patchouli
jasmine
cedar
Base Notes

3h 36m–8h

vanilla
leather
amber
benzoin
oakmoss
labdanum

Performance

Longevity
80%

Long-lasting (6-8h)

Sillage
40%

Moderate

Reviews Summary

“Review sources consistently describe Habit Rouge EDT as a timeless, classy, vintage-leaning Guerlain with a bright citrus opening and a powdery, leathery vanilla drydown. Users praise its refined ‘dandy’ character, barbershop-adjacent freshness, and uniquely elegant amber profile, though some find the powdery sweetness old-fashioned or challenging. Performance is generally reported as moderate, with around 6–8 hours longevity and moderate projection, and discounter pricing is often considered excellent for such a classic.”

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