Detour Rouge by Al Haramain
Brand: Al Haramain
Concentration: EDP
Scent overview
Detour Rouge presents a radiant, sweet-woody amber profile with the distinctive airy warmth of saffron, jasmine, and amberwood. Its polished projection and lingering resinous drydown make it especially effective for evenings, cooler weather, and occasions when a noticeable signature is desired.
Is Detour Rouge worth it?
How it smells: Opens with saffron and jasmine, amberwood and ambergris at the heart, then dries down to fir resin and cedar.
Scent Score: 82/100 (Great). Lives up to the hype. People talk about it, and it delivers. Performance 82, reputation 90, versatility 87, layerability 56 and value 97, each out of 100.
What to expect: Longevity: Lasts all day and into the night. Projection: Projects strongly. People will notice. Best for: Spring, fall and winter, for evenings and dates. Layering: Layers well with many fragrances. Leans: Unisex.
Scent Character
EDP · Introduced 2020 · Unisex
Key accords: Saffron, Jasmine, Amberwood, Ambergris, Fir Resin, Cedar
Top Notes
Heart Notes
- Amberwood
- Ambergris
Base Notes
- Fir Resin
- Cedar
Occasions: Evening, Date, Special Occasion, Casual
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Detour Rouge by Al Haramain belongs to the oriental fragrance family. A luminous blend of saffron and jasmine unfolds into airy amberwood, mineral ambergris, fir resin, and dry cedar. Detour Rouge opens with Saffron and Jasmine. The heart brings Amberwood and Ambergris. It dries down to Fir Resin and Cedar.
How to wear Detour Rouge
On skin, Detour Rouge by Al Haramain has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration. It's best in spring, fall, and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, special occasion, and casual. Its best layering match in the catalog is Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent. Apply Detour Rouge first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Black Opium on top for gourmand lift. Start with 2 sprays Detour Rouge : 2 sprays Black Opium and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Detour Rouge opens with Saffron and Jasmine.
The heart brings Amberwood and Ambergris.
It dries down to Fir Resin and Cedar.
What to layer with Detour Rouge
Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and cedar.
Order: Apply Detour Rouge first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Black Opium on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Detour Rouge : 2 sprays Black Opium
J'adore by Dior
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and cedar.
Order: Apply Detour Rouge first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer J'adore on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Detour Rouge : 2 sprays J'adore
Libre by Yves Saint Laurent
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and floral scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine, ambergris, and cedar.
Order: Apply Detour Rouge first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Libre on top for floral lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Detour Rouge : 2 sprays Libre
Mad Honey by Born To Stand Out
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share saffron and jasmine.
Order: Apply Detour Rouge first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Mad Honey on top for gourmand lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Detour Rouge : 2 sprays Mad Honey
Haltane by Parfums de Marly
Signature Worthy · 98/99
Oriental and woody scents naturally complement each other, and they share saffron and cedar.
Order: Apply Detour Rouge first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Haltane on top for woody lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Detour Rouge : 2 sprays Haltane
Pairings to approach with care
Roses on Ice by Kilian
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Not Recommended · 31/99
Detour Rouge has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Roses on Ice brings a fresh contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Detour Rouge first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Roses on Ice on top for fresh lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Detour Rouge : 2 sprays Roses on Ice
Bigarade Concentrée by Frédéric Malle
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Not Recommended · 32/99
Detour Rouge has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Bigarade Concentrée brings a citrus contrast to this oriental scent.
Order: Apply Detour Rouge first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Bigarade Concentrée on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Detour Rouge : 2 sprays Bigarade Concentrée
Related fragrances and why
- Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent — Both include jasmine and cedar.
- J'adore by Dior — Both include jasmine and cedar.
- Libre by Yves Saint Laurent — Both include jasmine, ambergris, and cedar.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Detour Rouge?
Detour Rouge opens with Saffron and Jasmine. The heart brings Amberwood and Ambergris. It dries down to Fir Resin and Cedar.
How long does Detour Rouge last, and how strong is it?
Detour Rouge by Al Haramain has excellent longevity, strong projection, an intensity of 8/10, EDP concentration.
When should you wear Detour Rouge?
It's best in spring, fall, and winter. It suits evening, date, special occasion, and casual.
What layers well with Detour Rouge?
Black Opium by Yves Saint Laurent is its strongest match (98% compatibility). Oriental and gourmand scents naturally complement each other, and they share jasmine and cedar. Apply Detour Rouge first as your base layer. Its oriental character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Black Opium on top for gourmand lift. Start with 2 sprays Detour Rouge : 2 sprays Black Opium.
Layering guide
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