ROJA London

Chypré Extraordinaire

Name: Chypré Extraordinaire
Brand: ROJA London
Price: 1100.00 $
Availability: InStock

Extrait De Parfum

Unisex

Sizes

Starting

$1,100

Description

Chypré Extraordinaire opens with a sparkling burst of aldehydes and bright bergamot, immediately setting a refined and classic tone. As it develops, a rich bouquet of white florals emerges, with creamy tuberose and ylang-ylang taking center stage, softened by the juicy sweetness of peach and plum. The fragrance settles into a warm, mossy chypre base, underscored by earthy patchouli, cedarwood, and sandalwood, with hints of leather and animalic civet adding depth and sophistication. This is a beautifully balanced and complex scent that evolves gracefully on the skin. Perfumer: Roja Dove

Scent Profile

Chypre

Floral

Woody

Mossy

Powdery

Animalic

Leathery

Spicy

Warm

Fruity

Notes

Top Notes

Aldehydes

Bergamot

Middle Notes

Peach

Ylang-Ylang

Tuberose

Plum

Jasmine

Violet

Rose

Geranium

Cassia

Orange Blossom

Heliotrope

Labdanum

Base Notes

Oakmoss

Civet

Orris

Leather

Cumin

Cedar

Benzoin

Amber

Clove

Patchouli

Styrax

Musk

Sandalwood

Tonka Bean

Vanilla

About ROJA London

ROJA London is an independent luxury fragrance house established in Mayfair, London in 2011 by master perfumer Roja Dove, renowned for pioneering haute perfumery with fragrances crafted like precious jewellery using the finest raw materials such as Rose de Mai and Ambergris. The brand's philosophy emphasizes masterful artistry, uncompromising quality, and rich longevity to evoke emotions, unlock memories, and enable authentic self-expression for all styles and desires. Its signature style features creative Parfum and Eau de Parfum concentrations, positioning it as the authority in British fine fragrance.

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Perfumer

Roja Dove

Roja Dove, born Roger John Dove in 1956 in Sussex, England, developed an early obsession with scent from childhood memories, leading him to pursue training at Guerlain in Paris under Robert Guerlain, where he rose to become the first non-family Global Ambassador. After nearly two decades with the company until 2001, he launched the world's first Haute Parfumerie at Harrods in 2004 and founded his luxury fragrance house Roja Parfums (now Roja London) in 2011, pioneering haute perfumery with high-end perfumes crafted from the finest materials. His contributions include educating new talent, innovative layering techniques, and scents like A Goodnight Kiss, inspired by personal stories, earning him recognition as an Ambassador for the GREAT Britain Campaign.

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Reviews

5.0

Excellent10 reviews

ROJA London

5.0/5 • 10 reviews

Community Insights

Reviewers often describe Chypré Extraordinaire as a luxurious and sophisticated chypre floral, praised for its exceptional blending and high-quality ingredients. It's seen as a mature and elegant scent that commands attention. Many consider it a masterpiece for its complex and evolving character.

Pros

Performance excellence: Reviewers consistently note its strong longevity, often lasting 10-12 hours, with good projection for the initial few hours.

Quality composition: The fragrance is lauded for being extremely well-blended, round, soft, and dry, with authentic and organic-smelling florals.

Unique character: It offers a unique take on the classic chypre, blending mossy warmth with unexpected sensual white flowers and a juicy peach note.

Cons

Situational drawback: Some find it less versatile for everyday wear due to its heavy, luxurious, and attention-demanding nature, making it more suitable for unique or high-end events.

Mature appeal: While appreciated for its classic vibe, some reviewers suggest it might be perceived as too mature by younger audiences.

Comparisons

Similar to Diaghilev by Roja Parfums: Chypré Extraordinaire is noted for a brighter, more floral, and powdery opening with prominent violet, heliotrope, tuberose, ylang-ylang, and peach, compared to Diaghilev's bitter citrusy opening and more prominent civet in the drydown.