Guerlain 2008 EDP

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Insolence

by Maurice Roucel , Sylvaine Delacourte

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Guerlain Insolence is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2008, created by Maurice Roucel and Sylvaine Delacourte. Insolence opens with Red Fruits, settles into a heart of Orange Blossom, Iris, and Violet, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes, Sandalwood, and Tonka Bean. Guerlain's Insolence carries a Statement verdict, a fruity-led wear.

A divisive powerhouse - some find it a sophisticated, intoxicating violet dream, others an overwhelming, artificial mess. If you're after a bold, unapologetic purple floral with serious projection, this could be your signature, assuming you can handle the intensity.
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  • Bold
  • Calm
  • Elegant
  • Powdery
  • Feminine
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Insolence Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Red Fruits100%
Heartas listed
Violet44%
Iris34%
Orange Blossom22%
Baseas listed
Tonka Bean37%
Sandalwood33%
Woody Notes31%

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
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its immense sillage and longevity make it less suitable for office wear, but perfect for dates and evening events where you want to make a statement. The rich, floral-powdery accords lend themselves well to formal settings, while its unique playfulness allows for casual wear with a light hand.

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

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

Insolence bursts forth with a vibrant, jammy rush of red berries, quickly giving way to an intense, powdery violet and iris heart. It's a sweet, floral explosion, softened by the rich, earthy undertones of sandalwood and tonka bean in the dry down. Imagine candied violets dusted with fine, expensive make-up powder, with a creamy, woody base.

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