Jean Couturier 1973 EDP

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Coriandre

by Jean-Louis Sieuzac , Gérard Pelpel , Jacqueline Couturier

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Jean Couturier Coriandre is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1973, created by Jean-Louis Sieuzac, Gérard Pelpel, and Jacqueline Couturier. Coriandre opens with Angelica, Bergamot, Orange Blossom, and Coriander, settles into a heart of Rose, Jasmine, Iris, and Violet, and dries down to a base of Musk, Sandalwood, Vetiver, and Patchouli. Jean Couturier's Coriandre carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

Coriandre is a polarising, unapologetically '70s green chypre. Definitely not for the gourmand crowd, but if you're after a sophisticated, timeless scent that stands out, this affordable gem might just be your new obsession.
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  • Confident
  • Clean
  • Classic
  • Sophisticated
  • Green
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Coriandre 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
Also Works:
Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and autumn.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual
Also Works:
Date Formal

Its moderate sillage and 'clean' yet sophisticated aura make it ideal for office wear, being noticeable without overwhelming. Reviewers highlight its elegance and versatility for both formal and casual settings, though its distinct chypre character means it's less suited for sporty activities.

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

  • Geraniol from Rose
  • Oakmoss Evernia prunastri extract from Oakmoss

Other declarable allergens

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk
  • 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

Coriandre opens with a bright, crisp burst of aldehydes and fresh coriander, immediately evoking a clean, green, almost soapy sensation. This invigorating start mellows into a heart of delicate rose and iris, underpinned by earthy vetiver and oakmoss. The drydown reveals a subtle, warm musk with hints of civet, blending seamlessly into a sophisticated, aromatic elegance that maintains its fresh appeal.

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