Rochas 1978 Edp

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Mystere

by Nicolas Mamounas

Rochas Mystere is an Eau de Parfum launched in 1978, created by Nicolas Mamounas. The fragrance opens with Aldehydes, Hyacinth, Galbanum, and Coriander, settles into a heart of Violet, Orris, Rose, and Lily Of The Valley, and dries down to a base of Civet, Cypress, Sandalwood, and Patchouli.

Our verdict on Mystere: Acquired

This discontinued 70s treasure is a love-it-or-hate-it beast. Some find its complex, animalic chypre character utterly captivating, a truly classic scent that commands attention. Others are put off by its challenging green and civet notes, finding it a bit too much for modern tastes.
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  • Mysterious
  • Classic
  • Bold
  • Luxurious
  • Sophisticated
Mystere Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 6%
Floral 28%
Fruity 3%
Green 19%
Sweet 12%
Warm 11%
Woody 13%
Earthy 13%
Animalic 10%
Fresh 17%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Aromatic
100%
Woody
97%
Green
85%
Floral
70%
Earthy
66%

Notes

Top Notes

Galbanum 27% Coriander 23% Hyacinth 21% Aldehydes 15% Bergamot 15%

Heart Notes

Carnation 10% Rosemary 9% Narcissus 9% Orris 8% Ylang-Ylang 8% Violet 8% Jasmine 8% Tuberose 8% Lily Of The Valley 7% Cumin 7% Rose 6% Gardenia 6% Plum 6%

Base Notes

Oakmoss 17% Civet 16% Cypress 13% Styrax 12% Patchouli 12% Cedar 11% Musk 11% Sandalwood 9%

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Mystere's strong, complex profile and lingering sillage make it unsuitable for an office setting or casual wear. It excels in formal and date scenarios, projecting an air of vintage sophistication and allure, as many reviews highlight its seductive quality.

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Mystere plunges you into a dark, verdant forest, opening with a sharp, almost bitter greenness from galbanum and hyacinth, spiced by coriander and a touch of aldehydic fizz. The heart deepens with an intoxicating bouquet of indolic jasmine, rich tuberose, and powdery orris, all subtly sweetened by plum. A potent, animalic civet note anchors the base, entwined with earthy oakmoss, warm sandalwood, and resinous cypress, creating a complex, mysterious drydown.

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