de Cartier Goutte de Rose
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2013 | Year | 2023 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Impulse Oud
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Which Should You Buy?
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.
Prepare for a beast - Zimaya Impulse Oud is a powerhouse, offering a sophisticated, sweet rose and powdery oud experience. It's a love-it-or-hate-it scent for some, but if you're after massive projection and longevity, this one's a champion.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 1% |
| Floral | 33% | 34% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 2% |
| Sweet | 34% | 29% |
| Warm | 14% | 13% |
| Woody | 22% | 18% |
| Earthy | 11% | 11% |
| Animalic | 6% | 15% |
| Fresh | 3% | 6% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
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.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Given its enormous projection and longevity, this fragrance is best reserved for formal events or date nights where it can truly shine without overwhelming. It's too potent for casual wear or the office, as many describe it as a 'room filler'.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Woody, Amber accords and Woody, Vanilla notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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