Coty 1921 EDP

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Emeraude

by François Coty

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Coty Emeraude is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1921, created by François Coty. Emeraude opens with Bergamot, Lemon, and Orange, settles into a heart of Rosewood, Rose, Jasmine, and Ylang-Ylang, and dries down to a base of Amber, Sandalwood, Patchouli, and Vanilla. Coty's Emeraude carries a Statement verdict, a fresh-led wear.

A legendary scent, Emeraude is a classic for a reason - often compared to Shalimar but with its own distinct charm. Sadly, modern formulations struggle to capture the magic of the originals, leading to a love-hate divide.
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  • Classic
  • Sophisticated
  • Warm
  • Cozy
  • Mysterious
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Emeraude Eau de Parfum 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 Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its rich, resinous amber and powdery accords lean towards more intimate or formal settings. While modern versions might be lighter, vintage bottles have a significant presence, making them less suitable for casual or office wear.

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.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Citral Geranial from Lemon
  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Vanillin from Vanilla
  • Ylang-ylang Cananga Odorata Flower Extract from Ylang-Ylang

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

Emeraude opens with a bright, zesty burst of bergamot, lemon, and orange, quickly settling into a rich, powdery softness. The heart features a subtle floral blend of rose and ylang-ylang, underpinned by a warm, balsamic base of amber, vanilla, and patchouli. It evokes a sense of old-world glamour, with a distinct resinous, woody depth that becomes more prominent as it dries.

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