Eau de Parfum1998
Coriolan
Jean-Paul GuerlainThe nose · 89 fragrances · also made Samsara Extrait (1989)Portrait →

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Coriolan

A rainy autumn afternoon in a historic Parisian apartment, where the scent of fresh herbs mingles with the earthy richness of leather-bound books and woody notes.

4.32546 ratingsA community favourite
Scent fingerprintAll 10 accords ↓
aromaticcitrusearthyfresh spicywoodysoft spicy
CoriolanPremium · $100–250
49%Similar accords, often for lessFerragamo · Salvatore FerragamoMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 6 of its 9 notes8 matches →

How it wears

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LongevityModerate41% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak5%
Weak7%
Moderate47%
Long lasting32%
Eternal9%
SillageModerate42% say strong or enormous
Intimate15%
Moderate43%
Strong25%
Enormous17%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

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Who Wears It

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Masculine86%
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Unisex12%
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Feminine2%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Coriolan, launched by Guerlain in 1998 and crafted by Jean-Paul Guerlain, is a Woody Chypre fragrance that captures the essence of French elegance and tradition. The composition opens with bright citrus notes like lemon and bergamot, which are balanced by aromatic herbs such as sage and petitgrain. As it evolves, the scent reveals earthy undertones from oakmoss and patchouli, complemented by a subtle leather accord that adds depth and warmth. This multifaceted fragrance is neither overly sweet nor overpowering, making it a versatile choice for both day and evening.

How to wear it

Apply this fragrance to pulse points for a more intimate wear. The citrus opening fades within an hour, so reapply if you want it to last through the evening. It pairs well with layering under a jacket or sweater.

Fig. 01 — Coriolan, Guerlain

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Jean-Paul Guerlain portrait
03 · The nose

Jean-Paul Guerlain

The last Guerlain

Jean-Paul Guerlain is the fourth and final generation of Guerlain family perfumers, a lineage that spans nearly two centuries of French fragrance history.

“You get deaf, you get blind, but you don’t lose your sense of smell.”

Jean-Paul Guerlain · Wallpaper*, December 2008
89fragrances
1937born
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Similar accords, often for less

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CoriolanHabit Rouge Légère
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With Guerlain Habit Rouge Légère

Adds patchouli, warm spicy and white floral; shares lemon and bergamot and 3 more notes.

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06 · The Room

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4.32/ 5 · 546 ratings

A community favourite: loved by 48%, disliked or hated by 6%.

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