Libre
Eau de Parfum · Floral · Bold
Lavender and vanilla — a bold, modern floral that borrowed a masculine note and made it glamorous.
- Lavender
- Mandarin
- Vanilla
Approx. $160 - $215 (90ml)
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Guerlain · Amber & Spicy
Guerlain Mon Guerlain Review & Australian Buying Guide
Lavender and Tahitian vanilla — a smooth, grown-up amber built on Guerlain’s legendary vanilla base.
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Approx. $150 - $200 (100ml) at local retail.
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- Scent family
- Amber & Spicy
- Longevity
- 7-9 hours
- Projection
- Moderate
- Best seasons
- Autumn, Winter and Spring
- Marketed for
- Women
- House
- Guerlain
What Mon Guerlain smells like
Mon Guerlain is soft lavender over a creamy vanilla and sandalwood base, with the faintly powdery "Guerlinade" quality that runs through the house. It is warm and easy to wear, and more sophisticated than its commercial styling suggests.
It suits cooler months and mature wearers, though it is popular across ages. The Intense and Sparkling Bouquet flankers push richer and fruitier respectively. A quietly excellent choice if you want vanilla without sugar.
Best for: Cool weather, vanilla lovers and refined everyday wear.
The note pyramid
Top notes
- Lavender
- Bergamot
The opening — what you smell in the first fifteen minutes.
Heart notes
- Iris
- Jasmine
- Coumarin
The core character, emerging after roughly half an hour.
Base notes
- Vanilla
- Sandalwood
- Patchouli
The dry-down that lingers on skin and fabric.
When to wear it
Mon Guerlain suits everyday casual, office & work and date night. Its moderate intensity means three to four sprays gives you presence without dominating a room.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Guerlain Mon Guerlain last?
Expect roughly 7-9 hours on skin with moderate projection. Longevity drops in high heat and humidity, so Queensland and Northern Territory wearers should plan for the lower end of that range. Spraying one of your applications onto clothing rather than skin extends it considerably.
Is Mon Guerlain suitable for the Australian climate?
It performs best in autumn, winter and spring. It is not our pick for a hot Australian summer — the composition becomes heavier as temperatures rise, so keep it for the cooler months.
Is Mon Guerlain unisex?
It is marketed for women, but fragrance has no rules — the amber and spicy character means plenty of people outside that marketing category wear it happily.
How much does Mon Guerlain cost in Australia?
Approximately $150 - $200 (100ml) at Australian retail. Designer fragrance is discounted almost continuously, so compare pharmacy chains, duty-free and online marketplaces before paying full department-store price.
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Iris and praline — a sweet, powdery floral gourmand that has been in the global top five for over a decade.
- Blackcurrant
- Pear
- Praline
Approx. $150 - $210 (100ml)
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Hypnotic Poison
Eau de Toilette · Amber & Spicy · Bold
Bitter almond and vanilla — a hypnotic, slightly sinister classic that inspired a generation of almond scents.
- Bitter Almond
- Caraway
- Vanilla
Approx. $140 - $190 (100ml)
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