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CHRIS COLLINS
AFRICAN ROOIBOS
Eau De Parfum
Unisex
Sizes
Starting
$175
Description
African Rooibos by Chris Collins is a sophisticated and multidimensional tea fragrance that transports you to the slopes of South Africa, channeling the poetic aroma of rooibos leaves in a warm, herbal breeze. It opens with an invigorating blend of bergamot, cardamom, and black pepper, inviting immediate attention before settling into a richly earthy rooibos tea heart accented by orris butter’s soft dryness. The fragrance dries down with smooth cedarwood, creamy tonka bean, and just a hint of immortelle flower for a powdery, subtly smoky finish. Designed for both formal and casual occasions, African Rooibos offers refined, genderless elegance and effortless charisma.
Perfumer: Sidonie Lancesseur
Scent Profile
Woody
Spicy
Herbal
Earthy
Powdery
Smoky
Notes
Top Notes
Bergamot
Cardamom
Black PepperMiddle Notes
Rooibos Tea Accord
Orris Butter
Base Notes
Cedarwood
Tonka BeanImmortelle Flower
About CHRIS COLLINS
Chris Collins is a New York–based luxury fragrance brand founded by Chris Collins, blending refined French perfumery with the soulful elegance of Harlem culture. The brand’s collections—such as Harlem Renaissance and Dark Romance—tell stories of identity, art, and heritage through rich, expressive compositions that merge sophistication, sensuality, and timeless style.
Perfumer
Sidonie Lancesseur
Sidonie Lancesseur is a French perfumer celebrated for her warm, sensual compositions that blend restraint with depth. A graduate of ISIPCA and part of Robertet, she has created acclaimed fragrances for By Kilian, Frapin, Lubin, and Bond No. 9, known for her elegant use of woods, amber, and gourmand notes that evoke intimacy and understated sophistication.
Reviews
4.7
Excellent6 reviews
Luckyscent
4.6/5 • 5 reviews
Ministry of Scent
5.0/5 • 1 reviews
Community Insights
Reviewers consistently praise African Rooibos for its unique, unsweetened tea accord, refined herbal and woody character, and tranquil, meditative feel. Its office-appropriate subtlety appeals to those seeking sophistication without cloying sweetness.
Pros
Performance excellence: Moderate longevity of about 5 hours with strong initial projection that settles into a light-medium sillage
Versatile appeal: Well-suited for both formal and casual occasions; works for all genders
Quality composition: Commended for its balanced blend, nuanced rooibos tea accord, and expertly crafted transitions from fresh to earthy
Cons
Specific limitation: Some users report that longevity is shorter than expected for an Eau de Parfum, requiring reapplication
Situational drawback: May be too subdued for those who prefer sweet or powerful fragrances
Comparisons
Similar to Kilian Imperial Tea: Shares a refined tea note but African Rooibos is less sweet and more woody
Reminds reviewers of Atelier Cologne Oolang Infini: African Rooibos is described as drier, more herbal, and with a deeper earthy profile
Vibe & Emotions
Tranquility: Frequently cited as calming and meditative, ideal for moments of reflection
Effortless sophistication: Evokes confidence and refinement in professional settings
Creative inspiration: Many identify a poetic, contemplative mood when wearing this fragrance
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