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EIGHT & BOB
LE PARI D'HONFLEUR
Eau De Parfum
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$255
Description
Le Pari d'Honfleur opens with a vibrant, green spiciness, where Guatemalan cardamom, fig, and violet create an initial impression that's both aromatic and subtly sweet. As it settles, the heart reveals a creamy warmth from coconut and tonka bean, balanced by the dry, woody nuance of papyrus. The fragrance then gracefully transitions into a comforting base of sandalwood, cedarwood, and musk, offering a smooth, elegant finish. This scent evokes the serene beauty of a coastal garden, capturing a sense of timeless elegance and cherished memories.
Released
2025
Scent Profile
Ambery
Woody
Green
Spicy
Sweet
Floral
Notes
Top Notes
Fig
VioletGuatemalan Cardamom
Middle Notes
Coconut
Tonka Bean
PapyrusBase Notes
Sandalwood
Musk
CedarwoodAbout EIGHT & BOB
Eight & Bob is a luxury fragrance house with French origins and a storied history dating back to the early 20th century. Founded by Albert Fouquet, a Parisian aristocrat and perfumer, the brand is famed for its elegant, timeless compositions and the legend of a bespoke scent created for John F. Kennedy. Today, Eight & Bob continues to craft refined, classic fragrances that embody sophistication, heritage, and understated French style.
Perfumer
Albert Fouquet
Albert Fouquet was a French aristocrat, perfumer, and the founder of Eight & Bob. Born into a wealthy Parisian family in the early 20th century, he created bespoke fragrances for himself and his social circle, blending rare ingredients sourced from around the world. His most famous creation—a custom scent made for a young John F. Kennedy—later became the foundation of Eight & Bob. Fouquet’s legacy lives on through the brand’s dedication to elegance, craftsmanship, and timeless French refinement.
Reviews
4.7
Excellent7 reviews
EIGHT & BOB
4.7/5 • 7 reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers often describe Le Pari d'Honfleur as a unique and special fragrance, appreciated for its bright and spicy opening that evolves into a warm, elegant amber-woody dry down. Many note a distinct green, fig-infused garden aroma, though some find it to be a straightforward fig scent that isn't overly complex or lactonic.
Pros
Performance excellence: Many find it a truly unique scent that feels special with each wear, offering a bright and spicy opening that settles into an elegant warmth.
Versatile appeal: This fragrance is considered suitable for anyone, in any weather or occasion, leaning slightly more casual but still appropriate for office wear.
Quality composition: Reviewers appreciate the nice quality of the blend, noting how the tonka bean and sandalwood combine perfectly for an elegant and timeless feel.
Cons
Specific limitation: Some reviewers feel the scent is a bit muted overall, or that it presents as a very straightforward, linear fig fragrance that is green and fruity rather than lactonic or oily.
Situational drawback: While generally well-received, some do not consider it a standout option among the many popular fig fragrances available.
Comparisons
Similar to Gris Charnel from BDK Parfums: Reviewers have noted a subtle similarity to this popular fragrance.
Vibe & Emotions
Special and Elegant: Many users report feeling special and elegant when wearing this fragrance.
Garden by the Sea: The scent evokes the imagery of being in a blooming garden overlooking the seaside.
Timeless Memories: The fragrance is designed to evoke timeless memories of friendship and coastal beauty.
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