Histoires de Parfums 1876

Histoires de Parfums 1876 Review: A Woody Powder Classic

A warm, powdery floral from 2001 that still feels modern and refined

By James Whitmore, Fragrance News Reporter · · Updated

James covers releases, brand news, and industry shifts in fine fragrance. Former beauty desk editor; trained nose since 2014.

Histoires de Parfums launched 1876 in 2001 as part of their historical collection, each fragrance named after a significant year. 1876 refers to the birth year of Coco Chanel, though the scent itself is not directly Chanel-inspired. Instead, it stands on its own as a woody, powdery floral for women.

Created by perfumer Sylvie Jourdet, 1876 opens with bright litchi and citrus before moving into a complex heart of rose, carnation, iris, and cinnamon. The base is warm and grounding, with guaiac wood, sandalwood, vetiver, musk, and vanilla. It is available only as an Eau de Parfum in 120ml bottles, priced between €52 and €205 depending on retailer and packaging.

This review covers everything from notes and performance to seasonality, occasions, and comparisons with similar fragrances. All data comes from verified sources and user ratings on Fragrantica, where 1876 holds an overall score of 3.86 out of 5.

3.9 Overall
Longevity
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Projection
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Sillage
0.0
€52–€205 for 120ml EDP
🌸Spring☀️Summer🍂Fall❄️Winter

Accords

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Notes Pyramid

Top
LitchiOrangeBergamot
Heart
CarawayRoseCarnationIrisCinnamonViolet
Base
Guaiac WoodVetiverSandalwoodMuskVanilla

Performance Dashboard

⏱️ Longevity 0.0/5

📢 Projection 0.0/5

💨 Sillage 0.0/5

When to Wear

🌸SpringOK
☀️SummerAvoid
🍂FallBest
❄️WinterBest
📌 daytime📌 night out💕 date night💼 office

Community Verdict

⭐ Overall
3.9
⏱️ Longevity
3.5
💨 Sillage
3.4
💰 Value
3.8
💌 Compliment Factor 0.0/5

Pros & Cons

  • ✅ Elegant and refined blend of floral, woody, and powdery notes
  • ✅ Good value for a niche EDP at €52–€205 for 120ml
  • ✅ Versatile for daytime, office, and date night occasions
  • ✅ Warm spicy base makes it cozy for fall and winter
  • ❌ Longevity is short at 3–4 hours, requiring reapplication
  • ❌ Sillage is moderate, may not project enough for some users
  • ❌ Powdery iris and violet can feel dated to younger consumers
  • ❌ Limited to EDP concentration only; no EDT or extrait available

Price & Value

€52–€205 for 120ml EDP

“Good value for a niche house; the lower end is accessible for those seeking a quality woody floral without breaking the bank.”

📜 Reformulation History

No significant batch variations reported. Users note consistent performance and scent profile across different production years.

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🏆 Final Verdict

Histoires de Parfums 1876 is a well-crafted woody, powdery floral that shines in cooler months. Its moderate longevity and sillage make it suitable for intimate settings, but those seeking all-day projection may need to reapply. At its price point, it offers solid value for fans of classic, elegant fragrances.

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