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Houbigant · Sold as unisex
Parfum Inconnu
The soft hum of an art nouveau salon — where the crispness of citrus blends with delicate florals, and the warmth of wood and musk creates a subtle yet lingering atmosphere.
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Parfum InconnuPremium · $100–250Composition & Character
Main Accords
The story behind the bottle.
Parfum Inconnu by Houbigant, launched in 1910 and crafted by the renowned perfumer Paul Parquet, is an enigmatic composition that captures the essence of early 20th-century elegance. This parfum opens with a bright citrus accord, which gives way to a heart of floral notes before settling into a base of warm woods and musk. It is neither overtly masculine nor feminine, but rather a unisex fragrance that transcends gender conventions.
Apply Parfum Inconnu to pulse points for a slow build-up. The bright citrus notes are fleeting but give way to a lasting warmth from the woody base. This fragrance reads best close to skin rather than in a large space, so aim for intimate moments.
Fig. 01 — Parfum Inconnu, Houbigant
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Paul Parquet
Founder of modern perfumeryPaul Parquet (1856–1916) was a French perfumer and joint owner of Houbigant, called "the greatest perfumer of his time" by Ernest Beaux.
Designer Houbigant
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Adds woody, citrus and white floral.
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