Eau de Rochas
citrus up front, then aromatic, settling into fresh spicy.
About
Eau de Rochas by Rochas is a Citrus Aromatic fragrance for women. Eau de Rochas was launched in 1970. The nose behind this fragrance is Nicolas Mamounas. Top notes are Lime, Lemon, Basil, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Verbena and Mandarin Orange; middle notes are Coriander, Patchouli, Carnation, Narcissus, Jasmine and Wild Rose;…
Nose: Nicolas Mamounas
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Lime, Lemon, Basil, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Verbena, Mandarin Orange
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best summer perfumes — Fresh accord profile fits heat and travel rotation.
- Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More Rochas picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Eau de Rochas smell like?
citrus up front, then aromatic, settling into fresh spicy. Dominant accords: citrus, aromatic, fresh spicy.
What notes are in Eau de Rochas?
Top: Lime, Lemon, Basil, Bergamot, Grapefruit, Verbena, Mandarin Orange. Heart: Coriander, Patchouli, Carnation, Narcissus, Jasmine, Wild Rose. Base: Oakmoss, Vetiver, Musk, Sandalwood, Amber.
How long does Eau de Rochas last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Eau de Rochas loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Eau de Rochas best for?
Summer is the top pick (52%). Spring is second at 33%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Eau de Rochas?
Day wear leads at 86%. Night is a secondary pick at 14%.
Is Eau de Rochas for men or women?
Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 56% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Eau de Rochas?
Composed by Nicolas Mamounas. Released in 1970.
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