Radical Rose Eau de Parfum vs Rose Sapphire Eau de Parfum

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Radical Rose Eau de Parfum bottle Radical Rose EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2020 Year 2016
££ Price Tier £££££
Rose Sapphire Eau de Parfum bottle Rose Sapphire EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Radical Rose EDP
This isn't a shy little rose, it's a 'badass' statement. Matière Première's Radical Rose is a controversial one-off for some, but a bold, sophisticated masterpiece for many, often hailed as a sexier, more wearable alternative to POAL.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Rose Sapphire EDP
A divisive, opulent rose amber that proves some things are worth the price. While some find it underwhelming, for others, Rose Sapphire is a warm, spicy masterpiece, a more delicate, less 'burning' alternative to classic rose powerhouses. Not for the faint of heart or light of wallet.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Radical Rose EDP
Rose Sapphire EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Saffron 50% vs 30%
Only in Radical Rose
Pepper 50%
Shared Notes
Rose 100% vs 34%

Accords

Radical Rose Rose Sapphire
100%
Rose
66%
92%
Warm Spicy
100%
75%
Patchouli
65%
Woody
58%
58%
Amber
54%
Herbal
54%
52%
Fresh Spicy
44%
52%
Earthy
50%
51%
Floral
49%
Balsamic
Sweet
49%
48%
Metallic
Aromatic
47%
Rose shared
100%
66%
Warm Spicy shared
92%
100%
75%
Woody shared
65%
58%
Amber shared
58%
54%
54%
Fresh Spicy shared
52%
44%
Earthy shared
52%
50%
51%
49%
49%
48%
47%

Performance

Radical Rose Rose Sapphire
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Radical Rose

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its strong projection and enduring longevity make it unsuitable for an office environment, but perfect for date nights or formal events where it can make a statement. The opulent, dark rose and spicy accords are too heavy for casual wear or sport.

Rose Sapphire

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

Its warm spicy, rose and woody composition leans towards autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

This is a strong, powerful fragrance best suited for evenings and cooler weather. Its luxurious, spicy rose profile makes it ideal for dates and formal events, though its intensity might be too much for a typical office setting.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Both lean rose, warm spicy, woody

Key Differences

Adds benzoin and cardamom, drops pepper

Where to buy

Radical Rose EDP
Rose Sapphire EDP
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