Eau de Cologne1952
Eau de Cologne Fraîche
Edmond RoudnitskaThe nose · 23 fragrances · also made Diorella Parfum (1972)Portrait →

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Dior  ·  Sold as unisex

Eau de Cologne Fraîche

The juxtaposition of a bustling city street where the crisp scent of lemon verbena mingles with the subtle earthiness of patchouli and oakmoss.

4.4736 ratingsWarmly received so far
Scent fingerprint
citrusmossywoodyearthyaromatic
Eau de Cologne FraîchePremium · $100–250
54%Similar accords, often for lessAlliage Sport Spray Estée Lauder · Estée LauderMid-range tier, $40–100 · shares 4 of its 7 notes8 matches →

How it wears

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LongevityModerate29% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak0%
Weak12%
Moderate58%
Long lasting25%
Eternal4%
SillageModerate17% say strong or enormous
Intimate21%
Moderate63%
Strong17%
Enormous0%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

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Who Wears It

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Masculine17%
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Unisex65%
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Feminine17%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 1952 by Dior and crafted by Edmond Roudnitska, Eau de Cologne Fraîche is a Chypre Floral fragrance that blends freshness with depth. The composition opens with bright citrus notes of lemon and lemon verbena, creating an invigorating start. This freshness transitions into a heart of jasmine and rose, adding a touch of floral elegance, while the base notes of palisander rosewood, oakmoss, patchouli, and amber provide earthy warmth and complexity.

How to wear it

For best results, apply this cologne in light spritzes to pulse points. The citrus opening is vibrant but fades within an hour; allow it to settle into its floral and woody base for a well-rounded experience throughout the day.

Fig. 01 — Eau de Cologne Fraîche, Dior

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Edmond Roudnitska portrait
03 · The nose

Edmond Roudnitska

Edmond Roudnitska is remembered today as one of the most important perfumers in history: as a ""perfumer composer"" and the inventor of modern perfumery.

23fragrances
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Designer Dior

More from the house · founded 1947 · France

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Adds powdery, vanilla and floral; shares rose.

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4.47/ 5 · 36 ratings

Warmly received so far: loved by 61%, disliked or hated by 6%.

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