Evelyn Rose
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2003 | Year | 2013 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
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Which Should You Buy?
Prepare for a blast from the past, assuming you can find an original bottle. The original Evelyn Rose garnered effusive praise as a classic, pure rose, but the later reformulations are a point of contention. Most fans agree: the newer versions are a shadow of their former self.
This one is a real Marmite scent - you'll either love its gentle, fresh floral embrace or find it utterly perplexing and headache-inducing. The name might promise freesia, but don't expect a straightforward interpretation; it's a divisive blend.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 9% | 6% |
| Floral | 48% | 39% |
| Fruity | 11% | 10% |
| Green | 15% | 18% |
| Sweet | 23% | 20% |
| Warm | 5% | 7% |
| Woody | 2% | 2% |
| Earthy | 4% | 3% |
| Animalic | 4% | 11% |
| Fresh | 18% | 25% |
Mood
Notes
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Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its soft sillage and 'clean' feeling make it perfect for office wear and casual settings, as many reviewers attest. While pleasant for a date, it might lack the 'oomph' for a formal event, and its delicate nature isn't suited for sport.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its generally light projection and fresh, floral character make it suitable for office and casual wear, though some find it causes headaches. It lacks the gravitas for formal events and isn't particularly romantic for a date, but its freshness could work for light activity.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Floral, Green, Fresh accords and Jasmine, Green notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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