Habit Rouge Eau de Parfum vs Midnight Gold Eau de Parfum

Habit Rouge

Edp	Concentration	Edp
U	Gender	U
2003	Year	2020
££	Price Tier	££

Midnight Gold

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Habit Rouge Eau de Parfum

This isn't just a perfume, it's a statement. Habit Rouge EDP is a love-it-or-hate-it classic, lauded for its sophisticated, timeless appeal but dismissed by some as dated or overly feminine. It's truly a journey for the senses, but not for the faint-hearted.

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Our Verdict - Midnight Gold Eau de Parfum

This one's a proper Mancera oddity - a fresh, spicy rose that's surprisingly restrained for the house. It's divisive, with some finding it a bland mess, others a unique take on a summery rose. Don't let the name fool you, it's more 'Golden Rays of Sunshine' than 'Midnight Seductress'.

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Scent Profile

Citrus	20%	15%
Floral	14%	16%
Fruity	2%	1%
Green	6%	8%
Sweet	21%	15%
Warm	14%	14%
Woody	18%	19%
Earthy	14%	21%
Animalic	8%	12%
Fresh	13%	15%

Mood

Mood Energising

Calming

Character Playful

Serious

Sentiment Uplifting

Brooding

Habit Rouge EdP

Midnight Gold EdP

Notes

Shared Notes

Lime 13% vs 19%

Only in Habit Rouge Eau de Parfum

Lemon 20% Bergamot 15% Mahogany 14% Orange 14% Tangerine 13% Basil 11%

Only in Midnight Gold Eau de Parfum

Mandarin 19% Neroli 19% Rosemary 16% Pepper 14% Cardamom 13%

Shared Notes

Rose 18% vs 38%

Patchouli 13% vs 29%

Cedar 12% vs 32%

Only in Habit Rouge Eau de Parfum

Carnation 17% Sandalwood 16% Cinnamon 12% Jasmine 11%

Shared Notes

Amber 14% vs 35%

Oakmoss 14% vs 26%

Only in Habit Rouge Eau de Parfum

Vanilla 20% Leather 20% Benzoin 17% Labdanum 14%

Only in Midnight Gold Eau de Parfum

Musk 37%

Accords

Habit Rouge Eau de Parfum Midnight Gold Eau de Parfum

100%

Citrus

100%

82%

Woody

65%

70%

Warm Spicy

51%

Fresh Spicy

67%

65%

Amber

51%

58%

Aromatic

62%

60%

Vanilla

57%

Floral

56%

Rose

50%

52%

Leather

Musky

52%

50%

Powdery

47%

Citrus shared

100%

Woody shared

82%

65%

Warm Spicy shared

70%

51%

Fresh Spicy

67%

Amber shared

65%

51%

Aromatic shared

58%

62%

Vanilla

60%

Floral

57%

Rose shared

56%

50%

Leather

52%

Musky

52%

Powdery shared

50%

47%

Performance

Habit Rouge Eau de Parfum Midnight Gold Eau de Parfum

Long (6-10h)

Longevity

Moderate (4-6h)

Moderate

Projection

Moderate

Strong

Intensity

Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Habit Rouge Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Autumn Winter

Also Works:

Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:

Date Formal

Also Works:

Casual

Its potent, evolving nature, with prominent rose and leather notes, makes it less suited for an office setting where subtlety is often key. However, its sophisticated and elegant character, often described as 'classy' and 'gentlemanly', makes it ideal for formal events and romantic dates. The 'love-it-or-hate-it' nature means it can be polarising, so choose your informal settings carefully.

Midnight Gold Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:

Spring Summer Autumn

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:

Office Casual Sport

Also Works:

Date

Its balanced, non-overpowering projection and fresh, clean accords make it highly suitable for office and casual wear. While some reviewers found it excellent for dates, the absence of excessive sillage keeps it versatile for various daytime occasions.