Rose
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2007 | Year | 2011 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
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Which Should You Buy?
Paul Smith Rose is the ultimate fresh, 'straight from the garden' rose that dodges all the usual 'old lady' criticisms. It's a crowd-pleaser and a definite hidden gem, though be warned: some find its green tea note a bit too sharp or synthetic, and performance is a bit hit or miss.
This is a simple, delicate floral crowd-pleaser that delivers exactly what it promises: pure, unadulterated rose, wet and fresh. If you want a complex, challenging rose, look elsewhere - but if you want to smell like you've bathed in rose petals, this is your jam.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 3% | 1% |
| Floral | 46% | 52% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 10% | 21% |
| Sweet | 16% | 16% |
| Warm | 0% | 0% |
| Woody | 14% | 1% |
| Earthy | 4% | 3% |
| Animalic | 15% | 12% |
| Fresh | 17% | 20% |
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, clean rose and green accords, plus moderate sillage and longevity mentioned in reviews, make it highly versatile for casual wear and office settings. It's perceived as delicate and inoffensive, suitable for nearly any daytime activity, though it lacks the gravitas for formal events.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh, light profile makes it suitable for casual wear or even a post-workout refresh, but its limited longevity and soft sillage mean it won't overwhelm in an office setting. For dates and formal events, it's perhaps a bit too subtle to make a statement, often being described as a bath product for personal enjoyment rather than a full-fledged fragrance.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Floral, Green accords and Musk, Rose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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