Rochas 1997 EDT

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Tocadilly

by Christopher Sheldrake

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Rochas Tocadilly is an Eau de Toilette launched in 1997, created by Christopher Sheldrake. Tocadilly opens with Lilac and Cucumber, settles into a heart of Hyacinth, Jasmine, and Coconut, and dries down to a base of Musk. Rochas's Tocadilly carries a Favourite verdict, a green-led wear.

Tocadilly is a properly quirky floral aquatic, an oddly compelling blend that's definitely not for everyone. It manages to be both clean and complex, eliciting strong opinions from love to utter bewilderment. Give it a sniff, but don't expect the usual.
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  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Quirky
  • Relaxed
  • Subtle
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Tocadilly Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Lilac52%
Cucumber48%
Heartas listed
Hyacinth36%
Jasmine33%
Coconut31%
Baseas listed
Musk100%

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
Also Works:
Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its moderate sillage and longevity, combined with its clean, fresh profile, make it excellent for casual wear and the office where subtlety is key. It's too light for formal events and not quite romantic enough for a date, but perfect for a spring walk or after the gym.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Opens with a strangely captivating green burst of cucumber, quickly followed by a garden party of lilac and hyacinth. The heart reveals a creamy, almost lactonic coconut, blending with soft jasmine to create an unusual, subtly sweet floral aquatic. It dries down to a clean, musky skin scent, retaining a fresh yet warm character.

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