Haute Fragrance Company 2017 EDP

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Lady in Red

by Vincent Ricord

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Haute Fragrance Company Lady in Red is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Vincent Ricord. Lady in Red opens with Neroli and Rose, settles into a heart of Iris, Pink Pepper, and Cardamom, and dries down to a base of Musk, Guaiac Wood, and Ambergris. Haute Fragrance Company's Lady in Red carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

Divisive and pricey, this 'Lady in Red' evokes strong opinions. Some find it a chic, modern rose; others, a short-lived plastic disappointment. You'll either adore its subtle allure or dismiss its performance for the cost.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Romantic
  • Modern
  • Elegant
  • Feminine
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Lady in Red 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
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall
Also Works:
Summer Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate longevity and sillage, combined with a refined rose and woody profile, make it versatile for most settings. It's particularly well-suited for dates or more formal casual events where an elegant, non-overpowering scent is desired.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bitter orange peel Citrus Aurantium Amara Peel Oil from Neroli
  • Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Neroli Citrus Aurantium Amara Flower Oil from Neroli
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

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

Lady in Red opens with a fresh, dewy rose, brightened by neroli's clean citrus lift. The heart introduces a sophisticated blend of powdery iris and a subtle warmth from pink pepper and cardamom, adding depth without heaviness. As it settles, a clean musk emerges, underpinned by the gentle, woody embrace of guaiac wood and a hint of elegant ambergris, creating a refined and alluring skin scent.

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