1889 Moulin Rouge

Histoires de Parfums 1889 Moulin Rouge dupe, inspired by the original

Histoires de Parfums builds its fragrances around dates, and 1889 marks the year the famous Paris cabaret opened its doors. The scent is a soft, powdery almond floral that nods to the Belle Époque. Our interpretation carries that romantic, nostalgic feel in a long lasting Eau de Parfum, made in the EU.

The Story Behind the Scent

The house tells stories through years, and 1889 evokes the glamour and mischief of the Moulin Rouge. Almond and orange blossom open sweet and a little powdery, jasmine and rose add a romantic floral heart, and amber, vanilla and sandalwood give a warm, plush base. It feels feminine and theatrical without being loud.

How Our Version Compares

We do not claim this is identical. What we have built follows the same almond and orange blossom signature, carried on a warm amber and vanilla base. Ours is blended at up to 40% perfume oil, so it projects softly at first and then settles close to the skin for hours. It is lovely in cooler weather and in the evening.

Who It’s For

This suits anyone who likes a soft, sweet, slightly powdery floral with a vintage feel. It is at home in autumn and winter and in the evening, and it leans feminine, though anyone drawn to almond and vanilla can wear it.

Notes

Top: Almond, Orange Blossom

Heart: Jasmine, Black Rose

Base: Amber, Vanilla, Sandalwood

How it Smells

It opens soft and sweet, with almond and orange blossom giving a powdery, slightly marzipan warmth that feels gentle rather than sharp.

The heart adds jasmine and rose for a romantic floral lift, and then the base takes over with amber, vanilla and sandalwood, warm and plush and long lasting. It stays close and comforting, like a scent from another era.

Common Questions

Is this the original Histoires de Parfums fragrance?

No. It is our own interpretation of the 1889 Moulin Rouge accord, rebuilt at up to 40% perfume oil. It is not the branded fragrance.

Is it very sweet?

It is soft and sweet from the almond and vanilla, but the florals keep it elegant rather than sugary.

When should I wear it?

It is best in autumn and winter and in the evening, when its warmth comes through.

Is it a feminine scent?

It leans feminine, though its almond and vanilla character can be enjoyed by anyone.

How long does it last?

Built at a high oil concentration, it stays close to the skin for many hours and lingers on fabric.

Disclaimer

Histoires de Parfums and 1889 Moulin Rouge are trademarks of their respective owners, and all rights remain with them. Parfumour is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or connected to Histoires de Parfums in any way, and no business relationship of any kind is implied. Our product is an original interpretation created to evoke a similar scent profile, and the trademark names are used purely for honest, descriptive comparison, so that you can quickly identify the style and fragrance family you are looking for. We make no claim to sell the original product, and we do not use the same ingredients or formula. Any similarity lies in the overall impression of the scent as interpreted by our own perfumers, not in the source materials.