Rochas

Moustache Original 1949

for men

Moustache Original 1949 smells deep and bold with citrus and aromatic accents, for men who want a clean signature, and feels easy to wear year-round from day to evening.

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Moustache Original 1949

Fragrance notes

How this scent is often described (from community votes on accords—useful when a full pyramid isn’t in our data yet).

Citrus 100%
Aromatic 62%
Lavender 58%
Fresh Spicy 54%
Mossy 52%
Musky 51%
Powdery 50%
Earthy 48%
Woody 46%
Fresh 44%

Performance

Empty fields use this listing’s top accords (Citrus, Aromatic, and Lavender) plus the overview text—add your own numbers anytime after testing on skin.

Longevity

With Citrus, Aromatic, Lavender, and Fresh Spicy among the strongest accord tags here, deeper woods, resins, and ambers in this kind of mix often linger longer on skin—still varies by person, climate, and sprays.

Projection

With Citrus, Aromatic, Lavender, and Fresh Spicy among the strongest accord tags here, dense bases like this often feel louder in the first hour—start with one spray in tight rooms or at a desk.

Overview

Moustache Original 1949byRochas is a Aromatic Fougere fragrance for men.Moustache Original 1949was launched in 2018. Top notes are Lemon and Bergamot; middle notes are Lavender, Neroli and Violet; base notes are Moss, White Musk and Patchouli.Launched in 1949, MOUSTACHE was created by Edmond Roudnitska. The name was inspired by Van Dyck’s portrait of Charles 1st of England who boasted fine whiskers. Almost 70 years later, Interparfums decided to relaunch this iconic fragrance using the original formula for this comeback. A first, dedicated to those who love vintage and classic juices: MOUSTACHE ORIGINAL 1949, EAU DE TOILETTE.ORIGINAL 1949 - "An incredibly contemporary aromatic EDT."• Bergamot and lemon explode head-on with a splash of freshness, a burst of light, reminiscent of a trip to Calabria. It's both delightful and refreshing.• The refined note of pure Lavender (like the one men sometimes add to the lapel of their jacket) accompanies the elegance of Neroli and the charm of Violet. This seductive heart note is distinguished and precious without being ostentatious; and surprisingly youthful.• Patchouli, Mosses and White Musks provide the base notes, simplicity being the fragrance’s best and most beautiful secret. It's intimate, suitably tannic and simply immaculate.It is available as 75 and 125 ml Eau de Toilette.

Quick answers

Short takes based on this page’s notes and accords—your taste still wins.

Is Moustache Original 1949 office-safe?
With a stronger profile, one light spray is often enough in quiet offices; save extra sprays for after work or open spaces.
Best season
Mixed profile—often bright up top with a warmer base—works year-round depending on sprays and temperature.
Where to try it
Department-store counters, brand boutiques, and trusted sample or decant sellers online—always test on your own skin before a full bottle.

Buying advice in plain language

If you are deciding on Moustache Original 1949, start with wear context instead of hype. Ask where you will use it most: office, casual daytime, or evening social settings. That single choice filters almost every buying decision because freshness, sweetness, and projection read very differently depending on environment.

Then use this page in three steps. First, scan the notes and accord profile to understand the scent direction. Second, check longevity and projection hints to estimate how it may behave on your skin. Third, open one or two comparisons to see trade-offs against similar perfumes. This avoids buying a fragrance that is good in isolation but wrong for your routine.

A practical shortlist is one signature scent plus one contrast option from the same brand family. That gives flexibility without over-collecting. If Moustache Original 1949 fits your use case, sample first and compare it with one related option below before committing to a full bottle.