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Habit Rouge Dress Code
by Guerlain
Habit Rouge Dress Code is a rich, modern reimagining of Guerlain's classic Habit Rouge, blending sweet gourmand notes with refined leather and woody accords. The opening features bright bergamot and neroli, giving way to a smooth, velvety praline and vanilla base that gently elevates the fragrance. The suede-like leather note anchors the scent, tempering the sweetness and lending it a mature, sophisticated depth. Over time, the fragrance evolves into a warm, spicy, and slightly dusty composition with prominent rose and tonka, creating a quietly elegant and addictive aura. It performs best in cooler months, particularly autumn and winter, with moderate-to-strong sillage that lingers throughout the day and into the night. While not the most overtly projecting scent, the longevity is impressive — lasting 8 to 12 hours, especially on clothing — and the dry-down is widely praised for its seamless, harmonious blend of sweetness and leather. It’s notably unisex in character, with minimal gender-specific coding, and well-suited for romantic evenings, formal events, or intimate settings where presence and atmosphere matter more than bold impact.
Pros
- +Sweet, gourmand base with praline, vanilla, and tonka that feels modern and refined without being cloying
- +Excellent longevity and sillage for a modern flanker, especially on clothing
- +A mature, elegant evolution that honors the original Habit Rouge while introducing a fresh, contemporary identity
- +Perfectly balanced, with leather and spice lending structure and depth to prevent the scent from becoming overly sweet
Cons
- −Strong opening can be intense or overwhelming for sensitive noses
- −Not ideal for high-pressure or formal professional environments due to its sweet and tactile nature
- −Discontinued, making it rare and difficult to acquire outside of secondary markets or with collectors