Diaghilev by Roja Parfums
Brand: Roja Parfums
Concentration: Parfum
What it smells like
A grand, opulent chypre that layers sparkling citrus and lush florals over mossy woods, resin, leather-like warmth, and a sensual animalic trail.
Is Diaghilev worth it?
How it smells: Opens with cumin, bergamot and tarragon, peach and ylang-ylang at the heart, then dries down to oak moss and civet.
Scent Score: 81/100 (Great). Hidden gem. Established and performs well, but few people know about it. Performance 100, versatility 81, layerability 32 and value 85, each out of 100.
Scent Character
Chypre · Floral Chypre
Parfum · Introduced 2010 · Unisex
Key accords: Cumin, Bergamot, Tarragon, Orange, Lemon, Lime
Top Notes
- Cumin
- Bergamot
- Tarragon
- Orange
- Lemon
- Lime
Heart Notes
Base Notes
- oak moss
- Civet
- Leather
- Musk
- Labdanum
- Cloves
- Ambrette (Musk Mallow)
- Peru Balsam
- Patchouli
- Benzoin
- Guaiac Wood
- Vanille
- Vetyver
- Styrax
- Cedar
- Nutmeg
- Sandalwood
Occasions: Evening, Date, Special Occasion
Seasons: Spring, Fall, Winter
Fragrance overview
Diaghilev by Roja Parfums belongs to the chypre fragrance family. A grand, opulent chypre that layers sparkling citrus and lush florals over mossy woods, resin, leather-like warmth, and a sensual animalic trail. Diaghilev opens with Cumin, Bergamot, Tarragon, Orange, Lemon, and Lime. The heart brings Peach, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Rose, Heliotrope, Violet, Tuberose, and Black Currant. It dries down to oak moss, Civet, Leather, Musk, Labdanum, Cloves, Ambrette (Musk Mallow), Peru Balsam, Patchouli, Benzoin, Guaiac Wood, Vanille, Vetyver, Styrax, Cedar, Nutmeg, and Sandalwood.
How to wear Diaghilev
On skin, Diaghilev by Roja Parfums has beast Mode longevity, enormous projection, an intensity of 10/10, Parfum concentration. It's best in spring, fall, and winter. Reach for it for evening, date, and special occasion. Its best layering match in the catalog is Habit Rouge by Guerlain. Apply Diaghilev first as your base layer. Its chypre character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Habit Rouge on top for oriental lift. Start with 1 spray Diaghilev : 2 sprays Habit Rouge and adjust to taste.
How the notes develop
Diaghilev opens with Cumin, Bergamot, Tarragon, Orange, Lemon, and Lime.
The heart brings Peach, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Rose, Heliotrope, Violet, Tuberose, and Black Currant.
It dries down to oak moss, Civet, Leather, Musk, Labdanum, Cloves, Ambrette (Musk Mallow), Peru Balsam, Patchouli, Benzoin, Guaiac Wood, Vanille, Vetyver, Styrax, Cedar, Nutmeg, and Sandalwood.
What to layer with Diaghilev
Habit Rouge by Guerlain
Signature Worthy · 97/99
Habit Rouge brings an oriental contrast to this chypre scent, and they share bergamot, orange, and lemon.
Order: Apply Diaghilev first as your base layer. Its chypre character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Habit Rouge on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Diaghilev : 2 sprays Habit Rouge
Memoir Woman by Amouage
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 91/99
Both are chypre fragrances, and they share jasmine, rose, and leather.
Order: Apply Diaghilev first as your base layer. Its chypre character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Memoir Woman on top for chypre lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Diaghilev : 2 sprays Memoir Woman
Club de Nuit Woman by Armaf
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Signature Worthy · 91/99
Both are chypre fragrances, and they share bergamot, orange, and peach.
Order: Apply Diaghilev first as your base layer. Its chypre character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Club de Nuit Woman on top for chypre lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Diaghilev : 2 sprays Club de Nuit Woman
Aramis by Aramis
BuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission. Is FragranceNet legit?Signature Worthy · 91/99
Both are chypre fragrances, and they share cumin, bergamot, and jasmine.
Order: Apply Diaghilev first as your base layer. Its chypre character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Aramis on top for chypre lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Diaghilev : 2 sprays Aramis
Coco Mademoiselle Eau de Parfum by Chanel
TrySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.Strong Match · 88/99
Both are chypre fragrances, and they share bergamot, orange, and jasmine.
Order: Apply Diaghilev first as your base layer. Its chypre character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Coco Mademoiselle Eau de Parfum on top for chypre lift.
Ratio: 2 sprays Diaghilev : 2 sprays Coco Mademoiselle Eau de Parfum
Pairings to approach with care
Seoul Winter by Zara
Not Recommended · 30/99
Diaghilev has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Seoul Winter brings a citrus contrast to this chypre scent.
Order: Apply Diaghilev first as your base layer. Its chypre character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Seoul Winter on top for citrus lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Diaghilev : 2 sprays Seoul Winter
Amber Melt by Zara
Not Recommended · 30/99
Diaghilev has noticeably more projection — use a lighter touch with it to keep the blend balanced. Amber Melt brings an oriental contrast to this chypre scent.
Order: Apply Diaghilev first as your base layer. Its chypre character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Amber Melt on top for oriental lift.
Ratio: 1 spray Diaghilev : 2 sprays Amber Melt
Related fragrances and why
- Habit Rouge by Guerlain — Both include bergamot, orange, and lemon.
- Memoir Woman by AmouageBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include jasmine, rose, and leather.
- Club de Nuit Woman by ArmafBuySame price for you · we may earn a small commission.— Both include bergamot, orange, and peach.
Frequently asked questions
Which notes are listed for Diaghilev?
Diaghilev opens with Cumin, Bergamot, Tarragon, Orange, Lemon, and Lime. The heart brings Peach, Ylang-Ylang, Jasmine, Rose, Heliotrope, Violet, Tuberose, and Black Currant. It dries down to oak moss, Civet, Leather, Musk, Labdanum, Cloves, Ambrette (Musk Mallow), Peru Balsam, Patchouli, Benzoin, Guaiac Wood, Vanille, Vetyver, Styrax, Cedar, Nutmeg, and Sandalwood.
How long does Diaghilev last, and how strong is it?
Diaghilev by Roja Parfums has beast Mode longevity, enormous projection, an intensity of 10/10, Parfum concentration.
When should you wear Diaghilev?
It's best in spring, fall, and winter. It suits evening, date, and special occasion.
What layers well with Diaghilev?
Habit Rouge by Guerlain is its strongest match (97% compatibility). Habit Rouge brings an oriental contrast to this chypre scent, and they share bergamot, orange, and lemon. Apply Diaghilev first as your base layer. Its chypre character creates the foundation. Wait 30 seconds, then layer Habit Rouge on top for oriental lift. Start with 1 spray Diaghilev : 2 sprays Habit Rouge.
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