Houbigant 2014 Edp

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Iris des Champs

by Mathieu Nardin

Houbigant Iris des Champs is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2014, created by Mathieu Nardin. The fragrance opens with Rose, Lily Of The Valley, Pear, and Bergamot, settles into a heart of Iris, Jasmine, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Woody, Sandalwood, Musk, and Amber.

Our verdict on Iris des Champs: Favourite

This is a polarising take on iris. Some find it a beautifully blended, creamy, and sophisticated floral; others recoil from what they perceive as a screechy, soapy mess. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
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  • Sophisticated
  • Elegant
  • Clean
  • Classic
  • Subtle
Iris des Champs Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 6%
Floral 41%
Fruity 8%
Green 6%
Sweet 25%
Warm 9%
Woody 14%
Earthy 7%
Animalic 11%
Fresh 12%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Powdery
100%
Iris
89%
Woody
87%
Musky
73%
White Floral
60%

Notes

Top Notes

Lily Of The Valley 22% Bergamot 20% Pink Pepper 20% Pear 19% Rose 19%

Heart Notes

Iris 47% Ylang-Ylang 28% Jasmine 24%

Base Notes

Musk 26% Woody 20% Sandalwood 19% Vanilla 18% Amber 17%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall
Also Works:
Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its clean, powdery nature lends itself well to office and casual wear, projecting an aura of composed elegance without being overpowering. Despite some reports of strong projection, many find it more of a skin scent, keeping it discreet enough for professional settings.

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About

Iris des Champs opens with a fresh, slightly peppery kick of bergamot and pink pepper, brightened by sweet pear and the green nuances of lily of the valley. A floral heart blossoms with powdery iris, smooth jasmine, and creamy ylang-ylang. The dry-down settles into a soft, musky base of woody notes, warm amber, and a hint of vanilla, creating a clean, almost soapy, elegant finish.

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