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Moschino 2001 EDT

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L'Eau Cheap and Chic

by Ilias Ermenidis

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Moschino L'Eau Cheap and Chic is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2001, created by Ilias Ermenidis. L'Eau Cheap and Chic opens with Rose, Lily, Freesia, and Gooseberry, settles into a heart of Anise and Orange, and dries down to a base of Vetiver, Heliotrope, and Ambergris. Moschino's L'Eau Cheap and Chic carries a Favourite verdict, a floral-led wear.

This discontinued Moschino gem is a divisive love-it-or-hate-it scent with a cult following. Fans adore its unique clean, soapy freshness and playful charm, while detractors find its powdery, musky qualities overwhelming.
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Playful
  • Relaxed
  • Cozy
L'Eau Cheap and Chic Eau de Toilette bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its clean, fresh, and inoffensive profile makes it perfect for office or casual wear, often described as 'out-of-the-shower' clean. Although it has notable longevity and sillage, reviews suggest it’s well-suited for everyday wear rather than formal events.

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About

L'Eau Cheap and Chic opens with a bright, floral shower of lily, freesia, and a hint of tart gooseberry, quickly followed by the surprising warmth of anise and a juicy orange zest. The dry-down settles into a comforting, clean embrace of powdery heliotrope, earthy vetiver, and a subtle ambergris that adds a touch of creamy depth, echoing the 'clean skin' scent of a warm hug.