WS-JC-1973

Coriandre

1973Men

aromatic up front, then woody, settling into earthy.

Coriandre by Jean Couturier is a Chypre fragrance for women. Coriandre was launched in 1973. Coriandre was created by Jacqueline Couturier, Jean-Louis Sieuzac and Gerard Pelpel. Top notes are Coriander, Aldehydes, Angelica, Bergamot and Orange Blossom; middle notes are Rose, Geranium, Violet Root, Ylang-Ylang, Iris, Lily and Jasmine; base notes…

aromatic woody earthy mossy

Noses: Jean-Louis Sieuzac · Gerard Pelpel · Jacqueline Couturier

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Wear Ledger

Opening · mid · drydown

Opening· 0–30m
Coriander, Aldehydes, Angelica, Bergamot, Orange Blossom
Heart· 2–4h
Rose, Geranium, Violet Root, Ylang-Ylang, Iris, Lily, Jasmine
Drydown· 6h+
Oakmoss, Vetiver, Patchouli, Civet, Musk, Sandalwood

Olfactory readout

Accord mix

100%

80%

77%

62%

58%

52%

Wear intel

Community data

LongevityModerate

ReachClose

Fall33%Spring30%Summer19%Winter18%Day74%Night26%Wears unisex59%

Skin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.

Wardrobe slot fits

Where it belongs

Best woody perfumes for men — Woody drydown anchors fall and evening slots.
Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
Best perfumes for beginners — More Jean Couturier picks for labeled wardrobe slots.

Before you buy

Wear-tested answers

What does Coriandre smell like?

aromatic up front, then woody, settling into earthy. Dominant accords: aromatic, woody, earthy.

What notes are in Coriandre?

Top: Coriander, Aldehydes, Angelica, Bergamot, Orange Blossom. Heart: Rose, Geranium, Violet Root, Ylang-Ylang, Iris, Lily, Jasmine. Base: Oakmoss, Vetiver, Patchouli, Civet, Musk, Sandalwood.

How long does Coriandre last?

Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.

Is Coriandre loud?

Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.

What season is Coriandre best for?

Fall is the top pick (33%). Spring is second at 30%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.

Day or night for Coriandre?

Day wear leads at 74%. Night is a secondary pick at 26%.

Is Coriandre for men or women?

Catalog lists it for men. On skin, 59% read it as unisex. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.

Who made Coriandre?

Composed by Jean-Louis Sieuzac and Gerard Pelpel and Jacqueline Couturier. Released in 1973.