NeroliOpens with
CedarHeart
AmberDries down to
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Rochas · Sold as masculine
Lui Rochas
The quiet strength of an early morning jog through a park, where the fresh air and earthy trails merge into a balanced sense of energy and calm.
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Lui RochasMid-range · $40–100
55%Similar accords, often for lessBlack Oudh · Al Haramain PerfumesBudget tier, under $40 · shares 4 of its 6 notes8 matches →How it wears
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The story behind the bottle.
Lui Rochas by Rochas was launched in 2003 and created by perfumers Michel Almairac and Amandine Clerc-Marie. This Woody Chypre fragrance for men opens with a bright, zesty combination of neroli and lemon that cuts through the air like a crisp autumn morning. The heart transitions into a woody and aromatic blend featuring cedar and patchouli, grounding the composition in earthy warmth. Amber and vanilla in the base notes add a touch of sweetness, rounding out the scent with a subtle comfort that lingers throughout the day.
Apply Lui Rochas lightly in the morning for a scent that evolves from bright citrus to warm woods as the day progresses. The base notes are rich but not overpowering, making it suitable for both daytime wear and evening gatherings.
Fig. 01 — Lui Rochas, Rochas
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Amandine Clerc Marie
Grasse-born, Firmenich-trainedAmandine Clerc-Marie is a French perfumer born in Grasse, where her mother also worked in the perfume industry. She trained at ISIPCA and spent more than ten years working alongside Michel Almairac before joining Firmenich in 2011 as a senior perfumer.
Co-created with Michel Almairac
Designer Rochas
More from the house · founded 1925 · France
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With Rochas Eau de Roche
Adds fresh spicy, green and earthy; shares lemon and patchouli and 1 more note.
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What people
are saying.
A community favourite: loved by 62%, disliked or hated by 8%.