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Rose Cologne Eau de Parfum bottle Rose Cologne EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
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1988 Year 2014
£££££ Price Tier ££££
London Rain Wisteria & Violet Eau de Parfum bottle London Rain Wisteria & Violet EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Rose Cologne EDP
This isn't a simple rosewater; it's a surprising blend. Some find it a sophisticated, natural rose, while others get a sharp, metallic, or even soapy scent. You'll either love its elegant simplicity or find it just doesn't hit the mark.
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Our Verdict - London Rain Wisteria & Violet EDP
This is a divisive one. You'll either get swept away by its 'violet candy' sweetness and nostalgic charm, or you'll be put off by its 'grape juice' opening and lack of warmth. Definitely not a safe blind buy, despite the lovely name.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Rose Cologne EDP
London Rain Wisteria & Violet EDP

Notes

Rose Cologne
London Rain Wisteria & Violet
Only in Rose Cologne
Rose 64% Geranium 36%
Only in London Rain Wisteria & Violet
Water Lily 100%
Only in Rose Cologne
Mimosa 52% Ylang-Ylang 48%
Only in London Rain Wisteria & Violet
Wisteria 56% Violet 44%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 100% vs 100%

Accords

Rose Cologne London Rain Wisteria & Violet
100%
Rose
54%
Floral
100%
Fresh
68%
Powdery
50%
47%
Patchouli
46%
Aquatic
46%
100%
Floral shared
54%
100%
68%
50%
Patchouli shared
47%
46%
46%

Performance

Rose Cologne London Rain Wisteria & Violet
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Rose Cologne

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate projection and longevity make it versatile, leaning towards casual and date settings where its elegant floral character can shine without being intrusive. While not overtly formal, it's refined enough for daytime events, but the 'cologne' strength means it's generally too subtle for high-impact formal wear or too delicate for sport.

London Rain Wisteria & Violet

Seasons

Best For:
Summer

A summer scent - airy and clear, designed for hot weather.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Office Date

Its soft, relatively subtle character and fresh floral notes make it suitable for casual wear or even the office, provided you don't over-spray. It's not assertive enough for formal events, and certainly not built for sport.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
86%
Key Similarities

Both lean floral, patchouli

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Rose Cologne EDP
London Rain Wisteria & Violet EDP
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