Yves Rocher 2005 EDT

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Transat

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Yves Rocher Transat is an Eau de Toilette launched in 2005. Transat opens with Rosemary, settles into a heart of Sea Water, and dries down to a base of Woody Notes and Amber. Yves Rocher's Transat carries a Favourite verdict, a musk-led wear.

This is a surprisingly robust, natural-smelling aquatic that punches well above its weight for the price. It's a fresh, masculine take on the sea without being a generic 'blue' scent, though some find the marine notes overwhelming.
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Transat Eau de Toilette bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Rosemary100%
Heartas listed
Sea Water100%
Baseas listed
Woody Notes59%
Amber41%

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 Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office Date

Its moderate performance and fresh, natural scent make it versatile for casual wear, especially during the day. While some found it acceptable for office use, others felt the strong aquatic notes could be out of place, making it less ideal for formal settings.

About

Transat opens with a distinct, slightly bitter rosemary that immediately sets it apart from typical aquatics. This herbaceous kick quickly merges with a pronounced salty sea water accord, evoking the raw power of the ocean. As it settles, a warm, slightly sweet amber emerges, grounding the marine freshness with a refined woody depth, leaning towards a natural, almost cedar-like impression.

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