Coeur de Jeannette
“Coeur de Jeannette by Houbigant is a fragrance for women”
The Quick Read
Warmly received so far — a floral, sponsored composition with a powdery undertone. Voted best for spring and fall wear, leaning feminine.
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Launched in 1899 by Houbigant, Coeur de Jeannette is a fragrance that embodies the elegance and sophistication of late 19th-century Paris. Created by perfumer Paul Parquet, this composition opens with a lush array of white florals—acacia, mimosa, lilac, and carnation—creating an air of delicate sweetness. As it settles into its heart and base notes, warm spices like clove and ambergris mingle with the soft musk and woody undertones of sandalwood, adding depth and complexity to the floral bouquet.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
Main Accords
When to Wear
Who Wears It
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply this perfume in light layers to allow its nuances to unfold gradually. The floral top notes are bright but fleeting, so let it settle into the warmth of the base for a more lasting impression. Best suited for evenings or formal events where its rich complexity can truly shine.
Paul Parquet
Founding perfumer · 4 fragrances · French
Paul Parquet (1856–1916) was a French perfumer and joint owner of Houbigant. Called the "greatest perfumer of his time" by Ernest Beaux, he is widely regarded as the founder of modern perfumery for having pioneered the use of synthetics in works such as Fougère Royale. His bestselling perfume, Le Parfum Idéal, was described by Robert Bienaimé as a “masterpiece of fragrant equilibrium, harmonious and of good taste as shall never be surpassed”.
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The story behind the bottle.
The quiet intimacy of a Parisian salon, where white flowers fill the room with their delicate fragrance and the air is perfumed with subtle hints of spice and wood.
Fig. 01 — Coeur de Jeannette, Houbigant
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