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Eau de parfum

Houbigant Apercu

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Fragrance information:

Apercu Houbigant, brought to life in 2000, is marketed as a feminine fragrance, falling within the chypre and floral families. Offered in eau de parfum concentration.

The sillage is delicate — an intimate cloud that stays close to the skin. Every application feels like a little ritual — longevity is low. Brand country — France: a place that truly knows its way around a great scent. Apercu Houbigant — the choice of those who appreciate depth and character in every detail.

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Key fragrance characteristics

Better suited for:
Girls and women
Low fragrance longevity

The fragrance has low persistence and lasts on the skin for about 2–3 hours, gradually fading and smoothly revealing its main notes

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Sillage
Weak

A subtle trail—just a hint of fragrance

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Style
Solemn

The perfume has a rich aroma that will help you stand out from the crowd and create a memorable image

Solemn
Concentration
Eau de parfum

A rich and elegant fragrance that gently unfolds on the skin and lasts most of the day, leaving a delicate trail

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Fragrance seasonality
Spring - Summer

Fragrances for spring and summer unfold with light citrus notes, floral and fruity accords, filling the composition with freshness, airiness, and a feeling of carefree lightness on warm days

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Perfume information

Description of the composition

The composition of Apercu unfolds as a living composition, where notes flow without rush and without gaps. The signature of Houbigant is clear in details that define the fragrance identity. Nothing here feels random, and the composition keeps a clear direction. Eau de parfum sets a balanced rhythm of unfolding.

The internal accord map is driven by these accords: Citrus, Floral, Wood and Spicy without random overlap. The gender direction is feminine, which makes the scent profile easier to read. In wear duration Low suggests confident staying power. In trail behavior Weak shows the style of diffusion around the wearer.

At the opening of the pyramid you sense airy floral opening notes: Bergamot, Green Chord, Jasmine and Neroli.

In the heart you meet Cinnamon, Geranium and ylang-ylang holding a warm-spicy direction.

At the note-group layer the structure relies on Citrus, Green, Whiteflower and Floral. The palette also extends to Spicy, Earthy / Mossy and Wood. At family level the fragrance belongs to Chypre and Floral.

In summary Apercu holds a coherent structure — the opening sets direction, the central phase adds depth, and the final phase leaves a stable imprint. These are the fragrances best experienced in wear.

Gender Female
Brand Houbigant
Segment Luxury perfumery
Country France
Website https://www.houbigant-parfum.com/
Year of production 2000
Status Produced
Concentration Eau de parfum
License holder Perris Group

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Composition pyramid

Note photo Bergamot
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Note photo Green Chord
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Note photo Jasmine
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Note photo Cinnamon
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Note photo Geranium
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Note photo ylang-ylang
ylang-ylang
Note photo Black currant leaf
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Note photo Clove
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Note photo Oak moss
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Top notes

Bergamot Green Chord Jasmine Neroli Tuberose

Heart notes

Cinnamon Geranium ylang-ylang

Base notes

Black currant leaf Clove Oak moss Patchouli Sandalwood Vetiver

Families

Family Chypre Chypre
Family Floral Floral

Fragrance characteristics

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Chords
Relevance
Dosage
Perception
Appearance quality
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Persistence
The persistence of a fragrance is determined by how long it can be felt. It is a characteristic associated with ingredients that evaporate slowly. Persistence depends on the physical properties of the perfume ingredients—mainly their volatility and environmental factors such as temperature and humidity.
Persistence
Low (1 to 2 hours)
2
Sillage
Imagine a light cloud of fragrance that, like an aeroplane trail, remains in the air after your appearance. This is the sillage - a subtle or vivid imprint left by the most diffuse element of a perfume composition. The sillage can be almost invisible when it is felt only by you and those around you. Or it can be so expressive that its presence is noticed even long after you have left.
Sillage
Imperceptible
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Complexity and depth
The complexity of a fragrance is the number and variety of notes that create a unique composition. A complex fragrance contains many different notes that reveal themselves on the skin. The depth of a fragrance is the richness and intensity of the fragrance. Fragrances with a deep composition include heavy and powerful notes that stay on the skin longer and affect others over long distances.
Complexity and depth
Medium and varied
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Gender
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18-25 years old
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26-35 years old
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36-45 years
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46+ years old
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On the skin
The optimum amount of atomisation on the skin is the balance at which the fragrance reveals itself in its entirety and sounds its best.
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1-2 atomisations
100%
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Where is the best place to apply the fragrance?
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Behind the ears
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Associations
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This chypre perfume simply amazes with its brightness and expressiveness. It truly carries a retro spirit, but in the best possible way. The scent of Apercu Houbigant is something noble and deep, soft and delicate. It creates an atmosphere of calm and tranquility around the wearer, filling life with positivity. It's an excellent, even superb green chypre fragrance that gently penetrates the mind. A true classic of chypre perfumery! 🌟
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This chypre, without a doubt, impresses with its balance and expressiveness. It's as if it transports us to the past, but in its very best manifestation. The scent is soft and noble, creating an atmosphere of calm and tranquility. It seems to fill the surrounding space with only positive emotions for its owner!! This fragrance is truly mysterious and multifaceted, leaving many questions in its wake
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