Parce Que! by Roberto Capucci: launched in 1963. The fragrance was composed by the perfumers at Roure.
It is classified as a soft floral woody aldehyde fragrance for women. Parce Que! was launched in 1963. The fragrance has drawn comparisons to the infamous Chanel No. 5. A subtle green blend of iris, tuberose, cassis, orange blossom and Tonkin musk.
Fragrance Composition:
It is classified as a soft floral woody aldehyde fragrance for women. Parce Que! was launched in 1963. The fragrance has drawn comparisons to the infamous Chanel No. 5. A subtle green blend of iris, tuberose, cassis, orange blossom and Tonkin musk.
- Top notes: aldehydes, cassis, bergamot, neroli, lemon, sweet orange and ylang ylang
- Middle notes: orange blossom, tuberose, rose, jasmine absolute, iris, and lily of the valley
- Base notes: sandalwood, vetiver, vanilla, patchouli, amber, and Tonkin musk
Combat, 1963:
"Two perfumes at once. In addition to its collection, Capucci has just presented two new-born perfumes: Graffiti and Parce Que. The first evokes all the warm ardor of Italy. The second is as green as a fresh grove; it is exhilarating like the penetrating smell of wet earth after a storm."
Bottles:
The bottle was designed by sculptor Serge Mansau in 1963 and produced in France by Pochet et du Courval.
Fate of the Fragrance:
Discontinued, date unknown. Still being sold in 1984.
The 2 oz Eau de Parfum was discontinued by 1981.
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