Evaluating Fougères
This class provides a comprehensive understanding of Fougère fragrances, from their historical origins to modern interpretations, allowing participants to appreciate and evaluate these complex scents with a knowledgeable perspective.
Introduction to Fougère Fragrances
Brief history of Fougère fragrances. Significance of Houbigant's Fougère Royale
Importance and prevalence of Fougère fragrances in the male fragrance market.
Essential ingredients: lavender, tonka bean (coumarin), and oakmoss. Coumarin and historical significance.
Evolution of the accord and Transformations in Fougère accords over 137 years
Typical scent profile: lavender, citruses (bergamot and orange), clary sage, rose-geranium accord, oakmoss, vanilla, and musk.
Flexibility of the Fougère framework to incorporate additional components such as spices, woody notes, and floral elements.
Introduction of aquatic Fougères with the use of Dihydromyrcenol and Ambroxan.
Notable modern Fougère fragrances
Brief descriptions of classic and modern Fougère fragrances , Caron Pour Homme, Pino Silvestre, Drakkar Noir, Givenchy Xeryus Rouge, Tom Ford Fougère D’argent and Fougère Platine. Modern reinterpretations with a focus on woody-patchouli and sage.
Hands-on experience with various Fougère fragrances.
Participants will smell and evaluate different Fougère scents. Discussion on how different ingredients and accords impact the overall fragrance.
Open floor for questions and further exploration of personal favorite Fougère fragrances.