Houbigant 2010 Edp

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Fougere Royale

by Rodrigo Flores-Roux

Houbigant Fougere Royale is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2010, created by Rodrigo Flores-Roux. The fragrance opens with Lavender, Chamomile, Green, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Rose, Lilac, Geranium, and Cinnamon, and dries down to a base of Clary Sage, Patchouli, Oakmoss, and Amber.

Our verdict on Fougere Royale: Favourite

The OG fougère, reimagined for the modern gent. Fougere Royale offers timeless class and sophisticated freshness, though its understated performance might leave some wanting more. It's a crowd-pleaser that walks the line between classic elegance and contemporary wearability.
  • Sophisticated
  • Classic
  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Fresh
Fougere Royale Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 7%
Floral 29%
Fruity 2%
Green 24%
Sweet 16%
Warm 12%
Woody 6%
Earthy 15%
Animalic 1%
Fresh 18%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its clean, classic profile and moderate-to-light projection make it ideal for office wear and formal events where subtlety is key. While versatile, its sophisticated nature might feel a bit overdressed for casual sport, though many enjoy its fresh character for everyday casual wear. Performance varies, with some finding it fleeting.

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About

Fougere Royale opens with a bright, herbaceous burst of lavender and green notes, softened by chamomile and a hint of bergamot's zest. The heart blooms with a refined bouquet of rose, lilac, geranium, and carnation, spiced gently with cinnamon. It settles into a warm, mossy embrace of oakmoss and clary sage, underpinned by sweet amber and tonka bean, delivering a clean, classic barbershop feel.