Forbidden Rose
| Edp | Concentration | Edt |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2010 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Solo Loewe Ella
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Don't let the name fool you, there's no forbidden rose here. This celebrity fragrance is a surprisingly fresh and subtly sweet fruity floral, a comforting everyday scent with a loyal following, despite its divisive performance and tendency to smell like shampoo.
This tropical gourmand is a divisive beast. While many adore its fruity sweetness and vacation vibes, a significant number find it too synthetic or just plain odd, with a surprising knack for morphing into other, less desirable scents. Definitely one to try before you buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 14% | 16% |
| Fruity | 29% | 25% |
| Green | 7% | 2% |
| Sweet | 41% | 48% |
| Warm | 13% | 9% |
| Woody | 7% | 7% |
| Earthy | 5% | 3% |
| Animalic | 0% | 2% |
| Fresh | 17% | 13% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
An autumn-weather scent at heart - warm leaves and shorter days territory.
Occasions
Its light, fresh, and often-described 'shampoo-like' quality makes it ideal for casual wear or the office, where it won't overpower. Its generally perceived moderate longevity and sillage mean it's less suited for formal events but can work for a subtle date scent.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its strong sillage and sweet, tropical nature make it a bit much for professional settings, leaning into more casual or playful environments. It's frequently cited as a 'date night' or 'vacation' scent by wearers, highlighting its suitability for relaxed, evening, or holiday scenarios.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Vanilla, Powdery accords and Sandalwood, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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