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Houbigant · Sold as unisex
Rose du Desert
The quiet intensity of a modern office where the crispness of citrus meets the warm embrace of rose, creating an atmosphere that is both refreshing and comforting.
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Rose du DesertPremium · $100–250
56%Similar accords, often for lessExpedition · AjmalBudget tier, under $40 · shares 6 of its 12 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Rose du Desert by Houbigant is a composition that balances the bright freshness of citrus with the rich warmth of rose and woody accords. Created by perfumers Luca Maffei and Antoine Lie, this fragrance opens with lemon blossom and yuzu, providing a crisp, zesty note before transitioning into a heart of rose and iris, which adds an elegant floral touch. The base notes of ambergris, cedar, and musk ground the scent with their earthy warmth, creating a sense of depth and complexity. This blend is emblematic of Houbigant’s tradition of crafting fragrances that are both lasting and innovative.
Apply this fragrance sparingly — the lemon blossom and yuzu notes are bright and can be overwhelming if used too heavily. The base notes bloom over time, so one or two sprays will carry you through the day without becoming overpowering.
Fig. 01 — Rose du Desert, Houbigant
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Antoine Lie
The renegade of niche perfumeryAntoine Lie is a French perfumer born in Strasbourg who studied chemistry before training in Grasse under Jean Carles and completing an apprenticeship with Jean Guichard.
Co-created with Luca Maffei
Designer Houbigant
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Matched by accords and notes. Sample first, then decide.
The originalRose du DesertHoubigant · Premium · $100–250Ajmal · 2001ExpeditionShares 6 of its 12 notesunder $40★ 3.59 (44)53%Match
Alfred Dunhill · 2019Desire BronzeShares 6 of its 8 notes$40–100★ 4.09 (11)
With Houbigant Coeur de Jeannette
Adds warm spicy, musky and white floral; shares rose and musk and 1 more note.
Suggested from accords and notes · not yet tried by wearers
What people
are saying.
Respected, if divisive: loved by 39%, disliked or hated by 9%.