Goldfield & Banks Pacific Rock Moss EDP
Scent Profile
Performance
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Description
Description
Pacific Rock Moss is a crisp, sun-on-saltwater aquatic that bottles the rugged Australian coastline. Created in 2016 by perfumers François Merle-Baudoin and Hamid Merati-Kashani for niche house Goldfield & Banks Australia, it pairs bright Italian lemon with green moss, peppery geranium and dry cedar. Reviewers often describe it as a cleaner, more transparent take on the classic Mediterranean aquatic — a true 100% unisex daytime scent with effortless, understated polish.
Scent Character
- Woody — 61%
- Floral — 11%
- Fresh — 11%
- Spicy — 11%
- Sweet — 6%
Translation: a woody-fresh aromatic at heart — dry cedar and moss grounding a citrus-aromatic top, with just enough green-floral and pepper to keep it lively rather than sweet.
Fragrance Pyramid
Top: Italian Lemon, Sage
Heart: Geranium, Black Pepper, Juniper Berries, Moss
Base: Cedarwood, Vetiver, Musk
Performance
- Longevity: Moderate — around 4–6 hours on skin. This is a transparent, skin-friendly aquatic, not a beast; many fans favor it precisely for that easy, never-overpowering wear.
- Sillage: Close to the skin. It projects modestly in the first hour, then settles into an intimate aura — reapply midday if you want it noticed across a room.
- Projection: About 1–2 feet early, drawing inward as it dries down.
Best Occasions & Season
- Season: Spring and Summer — it shines in heat and humidity.
- Occasions: Business, everyday wear and casual leisure. An ideal office-safe and warm-weather signature.
- Wears: 100% unisex.
- Skip for: Cold-weather evenings or occasions where you want bold, room-filling projection.
Concentration & Provenance
Eau de Parfum (EDP)
Perfumers: François Merle-Baudoin & Hamid Merati-Kashani
House: Goldfield & Banks Australia
Year: 2016
Try Before You Commit
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FAQ
Is Pacific Rock Moss for men or women?
It's fully unisex — a clean, aromatic-aquatic that wears beautifully on anyone.
How long does it last?
Expect a moderate 4–6 hours. It's a transparent daytime scent, so plan a midday refresh for all-day wear.
How strong is the projection?
Modest and close-to-skin — intimate rather than loud, which many wearers love for office and warm-weather use.
What does it smell like?
Bright lemon and green moss over peppery geranium and dry cedar — a fresh, breezy, coastal aromatic.