Retropical
Yves RocherEau de Toilette2013
Side by side
Retropical vs. Summer Escape
Two distinct takes on a related mood. The side by side below shows where they overlap and where they part ways.
The essentials
At a glance
| Retropical | Summer Escape | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Toilette | Eau de Toilette |
| Launched | 2013 | 2011 |
| Gender | Female | Female |
| Perfumer | Juliette Karagueuzoglou | — |
| Best season | Summer | Summer |
Scent DNA
Main accords
Retropical
Citrus
Sand
Fresh Spicy
Mineral
Sweet
Summer Escape
Floral
Fresh
Citrus
Green
White Floral
Powdery
Aquatic
Coconut
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
Notes, side by side
Top
Bergamot
GrassMandarin OrangeBergamot
Heart—
Water LilyHoneysuckleAfrican Orange FlowerPeony
Base
SandMandarin Orange
Cotton FlowerCoconutDriftwoodSand
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
The community verdict
| Retropical | Summer Escape | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 4-6 hours | 4-6 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
Real talk
Some will want more projection. Some will want more hours. Both fair. But for light, coastal warmth that wears close and leaves softly, this is exactly what it needs to be.Retropical
Summer Escape pushes Clean furthest into tropical territory, but it's still Clean through and through. Fresh and transparent, never loud. Built for someone who wants a beach memory, not a statement.Summer Escape