Rocabar
“Rocabar by Hermès is a Woody Spicy fragrance for men”
The Quick Read
Well loved by wearers — a woody, aromatic composition with a fresh spicy undertone. Voted best for fall and winter wear, leaning masculine.
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Rocabar by Hermès, launched in 1998 and composed by Gilles Romey, is a woody spicy fragrance that captures the essence of modern elegance. The composition opens with fresh and citrusy notes like lemon and bergamot, which cut through to a heart of juniper and coriander, adding an aromatic freshness. As it settles into its base, cedar, patchouli, and vanilla create a warm and enveloping presence that is both earthy and luxurious.
Composition & Character
Notes Pyramid
Heart
The Soul
Base
Foundation
Main Accords
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Who Wears It
How It Wears
Application Tips
Apply Rocabar generously to ensure that the fresh top notes marry well with the warm base. The fragrance blooms over time, so it’s best enjoyed throughout the day as it evolves from citrusy freshness to rich woodiness.
Gilles Romey
Founding perfumer · 3 fragrances
Gilles Romey is a writer, journalist, and professionally trained perfumer who runs the fragrance website Bois de Jasmin. He collaborated on Hermès fragrances including Rocabar (1998, with Jean-Claude Ellena and Bernard Bourgeois) and 24 Faubourg Eau Délicate (2003, with Jean-Claude Ellena).
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The story behind the bottle.
The quiet assurance of an Hermès boutique where the crisp scent of fresh leather mingles with the warmth of woody notes, evoking a sense of understated luxury.
Fig. 01 — Rocabar, Hermès
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