Madame Rochas Eau de Parfum vs III Eau de Toilette

Card A shareable image comparing these two fragrances - verdicts, profiles and what they share. Save or copy it to post anywhere.
Madame Rochas Eau de Parfum bottle Madame Rochas EDP
EDP Concentration EDT
F Gender F
1960 Year 1970
££ Price Tier ££
III Eau de Toilette bottle III EDT

ScentArt

View Liquid → Madame Rochas EDP
View Liquid → III EDT

Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Madame Rochas EDP
A classic for a reason, Madame Rochas oozes old money elegance and timeless style. Some find the aldehydes challenging, but those who appreciate vintage glamour will adore this refined, powdery floral that smells far more expensive than it is.
Acquired
Our Verdict - III EDT
Givenchy III is a true masterpiece from the 70s, a sophisticated green chypre that's adored by many for its timeless elegance, though some find its vintage character challenging. A classic for those who appreciate old-school refinement, but be warned, modern palates might need an adjustment.
Favourite

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Madame Rochas EDP
III EDT

Notes

Accords

Madame Rochas III
100%
Woody
81%
95%
Green
100%
97%
White Floral
70%
89%
Powdery
89%
Earthy
87%
85%
Aldehydic
58%
81%
Fresh
56%
81%
Floral
72%
78%
Iris
Aromatic
75%
Mossy
72%
Woody shared
100%
81%
Green shared
95%
100%
White Floral shared
97%
70%
89%
Earthy shared
89%
87%
Aldehydic shared
85%
58%
Fresh shared
81%
56%
Floral shared
81%
72%
78%
75%
72%

Performance

Madame Rochas III
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Madame Rochas

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Formal
Also Works:
Date Casual

Its moderate projection and generally 'clean' and 'classy' impression make it suitable for office wear, especially if applied lightly. The sophisticated floral chypre profile is perfect for formal events, evoking a sense of refined taste. While some find it comforting for casual wear, its elegance might feel a bit much for truly relaxed settings and it's certainly not a sport fragrance.

III

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its elegant and sophisticated profile makes it perfect for formal events and date nights. While classic and versatile, its strong character in vintage formulations might be too much for a casual setting or sport, though lighter EDT versions could work for the office.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, white floral, green

Key Differences

Adds carnation and coconut, drops cedar and green

Where to buy

Madame Rochas EDP
III EDT
also worth checking

ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.

Compare Another Pair

VS