Madame Rochas Eau de Parfum bottle Madame Rochas
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1960 Year 2019
££ Price Tier ££
Tapis Volant Eau de Parfum bottle Tapis Volant

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Madame Rochas
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.
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Our Verdict - Tapis Volant
This one's a chameleon - a polarizing iris at first, but give it time, and you'll uncover a sophisticated, clean, and unexpectedly cozy fragrance that smells like quiet luxury. Just be ready for the ride, as some find the opening off-putting.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 9% 10%
Floral 38% 24%
Fruity 1% 1%
Green 12% 10%
Sweet 18% 16%
Warm 3% 10%
Woody 15% 17%
Earthy 12% 9%
Animalic 7% 6%
Fresh 17% 17%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Madame Rochas EdP
Tapis Volant EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Sandalwood 14% vs 27%
Vetiver 14% vs 16%
Musk 13% vs 16%
Tonka Bean 12% vs 21%
Only in Tapis Volant
Ambrofix 17%

Accords

Madame Rochas Tapis Volant
100%
Woody
88%
78%
Iris
100%
97%
White Floral
88%
95%
Green
89%
Powdery
95%
89%
Earthy
58%
85%
Aldehydic
81%
Fresh
81%
Floral
50%
Woody shared
100%
88%
Iris shared
78%
100%
White Floral shared
97%
88%
95%
Powdery shared
89%
95%
Earthy shared
89%
58%
85%
81%
Floral shared
81%
50%

Performance

Madame Rochas Tapis Volant
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.

Tapis Volant

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate sillage and clean, soft character make it ideal for office wear and casual settings, offering an inoffensive elegance. While unique, it might be a bit too understated for a formal event and definitely not suited for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
88%
Olfactory
93%
Notes
88%
Accord
71%
Key Similarities

Both share Iris, Powdery, White Floral accords and Sandalwood, Musk notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Madame Rochas
Tapis Volant
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