Atelier Cologne 2013 EDC

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Patchouli Riviera

by Jérôme Epinette

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Atelier Cologne Patchouli Riviera is a Cologne launched in 2013, created by Jérôme Epinette. Patchouli Riviera opens with Grapefruit, Pepper, and Star Anise, settles into a heart of Iris, Geranium, and Frankincense, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Patchouli, and Benzoin. Atelier Cologne's Patchouli Riviera carries a Statement verdict, a woody-led wear.

Divisive yet distinct, Patchouli Riviera offers a mature, earthy freshness that's adored by some and outright loathed by others. Definitely one to test before committing.
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  • Fresh
  • Sophisticated
  • Classic
  • Edgy
  • Warm
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Patchouli Riviera Cologne bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its moderate longevity and sillage, coupled with a fresh yet mature profile, make it suitable for daytime casual wear and the office. While some find it sophisticated enough for a date, the strong personality might be too much for formal events.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Patchouli Riviera opens with a bright, zesty grapefruit and a surprising kick of spicy star anise and pepper. The heart softens with the powdery floral iris and geranium, underpinned by a prominent, resinous frankincense. It dries down to a clean, woody base where vetiver takes centre stage, with patchouli providing an earthy whisper rather than a dominant roar, rounded out by a touch of benzoin.

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