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Nicolai · 2005

Fougère

EDTUnisex

Scent FamilyAromatic Fougère

PerfumerPatricia de Nicolai

Price RangeLuxury

Longevity7/10

The Story

Fougère by Nicolai is a classic fougère with a modern twist, blending fresh lavender and bergamot with a warm, spicy heart of clove and cinnamon. The base is a rich, woody mix of oakmoss, vetiver, and tonka bean. It's a sophisticated, timeless scent that works for any occasion.

Note Breakdown

Top Notes

Bergamot Lavender Lemon

Heart Notes

Clove Cinnamon Geranium

Base Notes

Oakmoss Vetiver Tonka Bean

Fragrance composition evolves over time, from the initial sparkling top notes to the deep, long-lasting base.

Encyclopedia Insights

Is this a unisex fragrance?+

Yes, Fougère is designed as a unisex scent, though it leans slightly masculine due to the lavender and oakmoss.

How does this compare to other fougères like Houbigant Fougère Royale?+

Nicolai's Fougère is more modern and spicy, with clove and cinnamon adding warmth, while Fougère Royale is more herbal and classic.

What is the longevity like?+

Expect around 7 hours with moderate sillage. The base notes of oakmoss and vetiver linger nicely.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a unisex fragrance?+

Yes, Fougère is designed as a unisex scent, though it leans slightly masculine due to the lavender and oakmoss.

How does this compare to other fougères like Houbigant Fougère Royale?+

Nicolai's Fougère is more modern and spicy, with clove and cinnamon adding warmth, while Fougère Royale is more herbal and classic.

What is the longevity like?+

Expect around 7 hours with moderate sillage. The base notes of oakmoss and vetiver linger nicely.

Encyclopedia Insights

Is this a unisex fragrance?+

Yes, Fougère is designed as a unisex scent, though it leans slightly masculine due to the lavender and oakmoss.

How does this compare to other fougères like Houbigant Fougère Royale?+

Nicolai's Fougère is more modern and spicy, with clove and cinnamon adding warmth, while Fougère Royale is more herbal and classic.

What is the longevity like?+

Expect around 7 hours with moderate sillage. The base notes of oakmoss and vetiver linger nicely.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a unisex fragrance?+

Yes, Fougère is designed as a unisex scent, though it leans slightly masculine due to the lavender and oakmoss.

How does this compare to other fougères like Houbigant Fougère Royale?+

Nicolai's Fougère is more modern and spicy, with clove and cinnamon adding warmth, while Fougère Royale is more herbal and classic.

What is the longevity like?+

Expect around 7 hours with moderate sillage. The base notes of oakmoss and vetiver linger nicely.

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Fougère

The Story

Note Breakdown

Encyclopedia Insights

Frequently Asked Questions

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Fougère

The Story

Note Breakdown

Encyclopedia Insights

Frequently Asked Questions

Verified Primary Sources