Girl: The new feminine fragrance from Rochas The house of Rochas boasts an exceptional longevity. Nearly 100 years old, it never stops perfecting femininity, reinventing it and making it bolder. Its founder was long considered a sculptor of modern women, whose elegant inspiration the house continually reinvents.
Marcel Rochas literally revolutionized women's fashion. Then, supported by his wife Hélène, he also developed extensive expertise in the field of perfumery. Since then, at Rochas, successes have followed one another, celebrating femininity, freedom and fulfillment. And it is precisely in this spirit that Rochas has once again imagined its new fragrance, nearly 100 years after the brand's creation. In 2021, Rochas presents Girl. Fully rooted in the spirit of its time, this fragrance is announced as more respectful of the body and the planet. So, what is really the case? Does it keep this promise? Here is our review.
Olfastory’s review
An initiative in favor of the environment
First, let us start with the main strength of this fragrance: its commitment to nature. Currently, men and women are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of each of their actions in preserving the planet. Consumer expectations are changing when it comes to ethics and ecology, and Rochas seems to be fully adapting to this demand. The brand is turning toward less artificial scents, almost without any synthetic compounds. However, it must be acknowledged that this considerably complicates the task. Did you know: in traditional perfumery, perfumers have about 5000 odorous notes at their disposal. If this is narrowed down to exclusively natural perfumery, they are left with only 500 scents to use. Nevertheless, Rochas brilliantly rises to the challenge! Here, 90% natural ingredients make up this fragrance. The Rochas bottle, meanwhile, is made from 40% recycled glass.
Girl, a very luminous fragrance, with the scent of spring
Girl owes its existence to one of the best perfumers of our time: Anne Flipo. Showing perfect consistency between her natural philosophy and the scent of this fragrance, she chose to create a very springlike juice. This is felt right from the top notes of the Girl fragrance. Infinitely luminous, it opens with the presence of neroli, known for its relaxing properties. To this are added pink pepper and blackcurrant bud, two more refreshing raw materials. Then, still in a very natural and feminine spirit, the fragrance develops around a heart of orange blossom, jasmine and orchid. Finally, little by little, the whole becomes creamier and more textured. Cedarwood improves its longevity, while being accompanied by sandalwood and vanilla.
To visually express all this softness and soothing sensation, Rochas chose a pale green-colored bottle, synonymous with spirituality and renewal. Like an untouched nature, the case of Girl by Rochas is devoid of anything superfluous. Here, the opaque pale green appears on its top, facing crystal-clear glass. To meet all women's needs, the fragrance comes in three different sizes of 40, 60 and 100 ml. Finally, the whole has a slightly rounded shape, both tender and soft, offering a perfect grip.