Houbigant 1929 Parfum

F ££ Acquired

Presence

by Raymond Kling

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Houbigant Presence is a Parfum launched in 1929, created by Raymond Kling. Presence opens with Bergamot, Lemon, Neroli, and Apple, settles into a heart of Jasmine, Iris, Heliotrope, and Carnation, and dries down to a base of Spicy Notes, Musk, Cedar, and Sandalwood. Houbigant's Presence carries an Acquired verdict, a floral-led wear.

Presence is a classic, old-school floral with aldehydes, oakmoss and amber. It is elegant and formal, and clearly from another era. Best for those who like vintage-style perfume.
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  • Classic
  • Elegant
  • Feminine
  • Powdery
  • Sophisticated
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Presence 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
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Also Works:
Spring Summer Fall Winter

Best Occasions

Also Works:
Office Date Casual Formal Sport

Ingredients and allergens

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About

The opening is bright and sparkling, with apple, aldehydes, neroli, lemon and bergamot. The heart is a rich floral of iris, heliotrope, carnation and jasmine. The base is deep and mossy, with oakmoss, musk, cedar, vetiver, ambergris, patchouli and sandalwood, plus some spicy notes. It moves from sparkling citrus to a powdery floral heart and a dark, woody finish. The overall feel is refined, classic and feminine.

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