Guerlain 1912 Extrait

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L’Heure Bleue Extract

by Jacques Guerlain

Guerlain L’Heure Bleue Extract is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 1912, created by Jacques Guerlain. L’Heure Bleue Extract opens with Anise and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Neroli and Clove, and dries down to a base of Benzoin, Iris, Violet, and Tonka Bean. Guerlain's L’Heure Bleue Extract carries an Acquired verdict, a powdery-led wear.

This is Guerlain's legendary L'Heure Bleue in its purest form, an extrait that brings out its melancholic beauty and sophisticated depth like nothing else. Highly divisive, it's either a timeless masterpiece or a "glade powder air freshener" for some. Definitely one to test before buying.
  • Classic
  • Sophisticated
  • Luxurious
  • Mysterious
  • Elegant
L’Heure Bleue Extract Extrait bottle

Profile

Character

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 18%
Floral 22%
Fruity 2%
Green 8%
Sweet 33%
Warm 32%
Woody 4%
Earthy 6%
Animalic 0%
Fresh 14%
Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Powdery
100%
Vanilla
93%
Iris
77%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its intensity and longevity, the Extrait is best suited for special occasions where it can truly shine without overwhelming. While some reviewers claim it's wearable anytime, its strength and unique character make it less ideal for casual wear or the office.

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About

L'Heure Bleue Extrait opens with a distinctive, almost medicinal anise and a hint of bright bergamot, quickly evolving into a heart of powdery violet and iris. Spicy cloves inject a classic vintage feel, while the base luxuriates in a warm, rich blend of vanilla, tonka bean, and benzoin. It's a complex, deeply resonant fragrance that balances floral delicacy with a grounding, sweet warmth.