Guerlain 2003 EDP

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Habit Rouge

by Jean-Paul Guerlain

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Guerlain Habit Rouge is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2003, created by Jean-Paul Guerlain. Habit Rouge opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Orange, and Lime, settles into a heart of Cedar, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Rose, and dries down to a base of Leather, Amber, Oakmoss, and Vanilla. Guerlain's Habit Rouge carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

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.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Classic
  • Elegant
  • Confident
  • Warm
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Habit Rouge Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best 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.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • Eugenol from Cinnamon
  • Geraniol from Rose
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Habit Rouge opens with a vibrant, zesty burst of lemon, lime, and bergamot, almost like a fizzy sherbet. This invigorating citrus then gracefully transitions into a heart of rich rose and warm cinnamon, underscored by creamy sandalwood and earthy patchouli. The dry down settles into a luxurious embrace of smoky leather, balsamic amber, and sweet vanilla, creating a complex, aristocratic aura. It's a scent that evolves beautifully on the skin, offering a dynamic and captivating experience from start to finish.

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