Eau de Parfum2019
Eau Capitale Eau de Parfum
Olivier PescheuxThe nose · 82 fragrances · also made Herod (2012)Portrait →

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Diptyque  ·  Sold as unisex

Eau Capitale Eau de Parfum

The bustling streets of Paris at twilight, where the crispness of bergamot meets the earthy richness of patchouli in the fading light.

4.072,396 ratingsWell loved by wearers
Scent fingerprintAll 9 accords ↓
rosepatchouliwoodywarm spicycitrusfloral
Eau Capitale Eau de ParfumPremium · $100–250
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How it wears

From community votes · bars are each option's share
LongevityLong lasting50% say long lasting or eternal
Very weak2%
Weak7%
Moderate41%
Long lasting43%
Eternal7%
SillageModerate38% say strong or enormous
Intimate9%
Moderate54%
Strong30%
Enormous8%
Scent Profile

Composition & Character

Notes Pyramid

HeartThe Soul

BaseFoundation

When to Wear

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Who Wears It

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Masculine5%
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Unisex46%
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Feminine49%
04 · DossierEdited by Scentsation Editorial

The story behind the bottle.

Scentsation editorial

Launched in 2019 by Diptyque, Eau Capitale Eau de Parfum is a chypre floral composition crafted by perfumer Olivier Pescheux. The fragrance opens with the bright sparkle of bergamot and pink pepper before settling into a heart of rose that blends seamlessly with earthy patchouli and warm spices. This interplay between freshness and depth creates a scent that feels both modern and lasting, fitting for Diptyque's legacy of elegant and sophisticated fragrances.

How to wear it

Eau Capitale blooms gradually on the skin, so a single generous spray is sufficient. The rose and patchouli base notes emerge after an hour, making it ideal for evening wear when you want a scent that evolves with your mood.

Fig. 01 — Eau Capitale Eau de Parfum, Diptyque

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Olivier Pescheux portrait
03 · The nose

Olivier Pescheux

East meets West

Olivier Pescheux is a master perfumer at Givaudan whose work draws deeply from his extensive travels through the Middle East and Asia.

“The idea behind Eau Capitale was to illustrate the perfect perfume for a Parisien/Parisienne: chic and elegant, but also sensual and sexy, ready for a date at any time.”

Olivier Pescheux · fragroom, March 2020
82fragrances
Frenchnationality

Designer Diptyque

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06 · The Room

What people
are saying.

4.07/ 5 · 2,396 ratings

Well loved by wearers: loved by 42%, disliked or hated by 11%.

Love42%
Like34%
OK13%
Dislike9%
Hate2%
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