Question 1

What's the difference between Memoire and Madame Rochas?

Accepted Answer

Memoire is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Shiseido (1982) dominated by Powdery accords. Madame Rochas is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Rochas (1960) leaning on Woody accords. They share 4 accords: Powdery, White Floral, Floral, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Memoire or Madame Rochas?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Memoire scores 3.90/5 vs Madame Rochas at 4.08/5. Madame Rochas's standout strength: Beautiful aldehydic floral structure with distinctive character. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Memoire and Madame Rochas smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 11 notes and 4 accords, including Powdery, White Floral, Floral, Woody, Aldehydes. Madame Rochas: Madame Rochas is recognized by the fragrance community as a well-crafted aldehydic floral with Guy Robert's signature elegant composition and tart floral notes.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Memoire or Madame Rochas?

Accepted Answer

Madame Rochas: Good longevity and presence Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Memoire vs Madame Rochas?

Accepted Answer

Memoire scores highest for spring wear; Madame Rochas scores highest for fall wear. Memoire leans daytime, Madame Rochas leans daytime.

Memoire vs Madame Rochas

Vergelijkingsoverzicht

Gedeelde noten (11)

Uniek voor Memoire (8)

Uniek voor Madame Rochas (13)

Gedeelde akkoorden (4)

Veelgestelde vragen

Community-sentimentpuls — Madame Rochas

Positief

Negatief

Eigenschap	Memoire	Madame Rochas
Merk	Shiseido	Rochas
Jaar	1982	1960
Beoordeling	3.90	4.08
Concentratie	—	—
Geslacht	feminine	feminine
Totaal noten	19	24