Claire des Merveilles
| Edt | Concentration | Edt |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2010 | Year | 2013 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
de Cartier Goutte de Rose
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Which Should You Buy?
This one's a proper chameleon. Some find it a barely-there skin scent, others a powerful room-filler. Expect polite woody vanilla and amber, but don't be surprised if its true nature remains a delightful mystery, or perhaps a mild disappointment, depending on your skin.
This isn't just another rose perfume; Cartier Goutte de Rose is a soft, fresh take that manages to be both elegant and easygoing. It's largely a crowd-pleaser, though some found its subtlety a bit 'boring' and yearned for more complexity or projection.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 1% |
| Floral | 18% | 33% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 1% |
| Sweet | 31% | 34% |
| Warm | 17% | 14% |
| Woody | 34% | 22% |
| Earthy | 16% | 11% |
| Animalic | 5% | 6% |
| Fresh | 1% | 3% |
Mood
Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its often light sillage and skin-scent nature, as frequently mentioned in reviews, make it suitable for office and casual wear. The intimate, warm accords are perfect for dates, while its generally subdued projection keeps it from being overwhelming for most occasions, though some find it too subtle for formal events or too "beachy" for the gym.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh and delicate nature, coupled with generally soft projection, makes it an excellent choice for office wear and casual settings, especially in warmer weather. While it's too subtle for a grand formal event, its underlying elegance provides a touch of class for more intimate dates.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Amber, Floral accords and Woody, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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