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Femme (EDT)

1989

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Versions Timeline

1989

Femme EDT (Original Release)

Price Range
$29 – $92

Estimated price range, including all bottle sizes

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Perfumers

Olivier Cresp

"Femme is one of Rochas' most storied feminine fragrances, originally created in the 1940s and later reworked for the modern market as an eau de toilette in 1989. The EDT is widely described as a fruity-spicy chypre with a plush, sensual structure built around dark fruit, florals, spice, and a mossy-ambered base. Search evidence specifically links the 1989 Rochas Femme Eau de Toilette to an Olivier Cresp reworking of the classic Edmond Roudnitska composition. Its signature character is voluptuous, mature, and unmistakably French, balancing plum and peachy richness with cumin, florals, patchouli, and leathery chypre shading. Even in modern form, it is regularly praised for retaining an old-school, seductive elegance rather than smelling conventionally fresh or youthful. Femme EDT remains notable for delivering a classic perfume profile at a relatively approachable price."

Ideal Environment

Best Seasons

Fall
Winter
Spring

Ideal Weather

Cold
Mild
Dry

Moods

Sensual
Romantic
Elegant
Sophisticated
Warm

Occasions

Date
Dinner
Formal
Night Out
Holiday

Fun Facts

The original Femme was created by Edmond Roudnitska for Marcel Rochas as a gift for his wife Hélène.

The 1989 Eau de Toilette version is widely cited as a reworking by perfumer Olivier Cresp.

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Aromatic Profile

0m/6h
Top Notes
1x
FruitySpicyCitrusFloralSweetChypreWoodyEarthyLeatheryOriental

What Changed

Original 1989 eau de toilette relaunch/reworking of the classic Femme, generally attributed to Olivier Cresp for the modern market.

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

0–54m

plum
bergamot
Middle Notes

54m–2h 42m

rose
ylang-ylang
cumin
Base Notes

2h 42m–6h

patchouli
amber

Performance

Longevity
60%

Moderate (4-6h)

Sillage
40%

Moderate

Reviews Summary

“User and critic commentary consistently describes Femme EDT as a voluptuous, warm, spicy-fruity chypre with a mature, sensual personality. Reviewers often mention plum, spice, mossy depth, and a softly animalic or leathery undertone, while noting that the 1989 EDT is smoother and tamer than older vintage iterations. It is admired for its classic French femininity and strong character, though some find it less suitable for very hot weather. Many also praise its value, calling it a classic scent available at a relatively modest price.”

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