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Fenty Eau de Parfum bottle Fenty EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2021 Year 2024
££ Price Tier ££
December Rose Eau de Parfum bottle December Rose EDP
Our Verdict

While both Fenty and December Rose offer unisex rose experiences, they diverge in initial impact and overall vibe. Fenty is a polarizing scent, demanding patience to reveal its unique, deeper rose. December Rose, however, leans into immediate, juicy vibrancy with a modern, glamorous twist on vintage rose. If you enjoy a challenging, evolving fragrance, Fenty is your pick. If you prefer an immediately pleasing, compliment-getting rose, December Rose is the easier choice. They share many notes, but December Rose is a crowd-pleaser.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Fenty if...
  • You appreciate a fragrance that evolves over time.
  • You enjoy unique, polarizing scents.
  • You want a deeper, more complex rose fragrance.
  • You prefer less sweet perfume.
Choose December Rose if...
  • You want an immediately pleasing rose fragrance.
  • You want a compliment-getter.
  • You prefer a modern, glamorous take on rose.
  • You want a safe blind buy.
Our Verdict - Fenty EDP
This one's a proper grower, a true love-it-or-hate-it kind of scent. Initial sniffs can be jarring, but let it settle and you'll find a deep, unique rose that's earned a fiercely loyal fanbase. Definitely not a blind-buy safe bet, but worth the journey.
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Our Verdict - December Rose EDP
A modern take on rose, December Rose is a juicy, vibrant floral with a surprising depth. It's not a Fenty dupe, but it's a compliment magnet that delivers that sought-after vintage glamour without feeling dated.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Fenty EDP
December Rose EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Blueberry 52% vs 54%
Tangerine 47% vs 45%
Shared Notes
Rose 47% vs 43%
Geranium 28% vs 35%
Magnolia 23% vs 21%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 51% vs 40%
Musk 48% vs 60%

Accords

Fenty December Rose
100%
Rose
100%
78%
Fruity
88%
75%
Citrus
76%
75%
Patchouli
71%
Floral
62%
71%
Musky
64%
61%
Fresh Spicy
69%
58%
Sweet
63%
Aromatic
61%
60%
Warm Spicy
48%
57%
Woody
Powdery
47%
Rose shared
100%
100%
Fruity shared
78%
88%
Citrus shared
75%
76%
75%
Floral shared
71%
62%
Musky shared
71%
64%
Fresh Spicy shared
61%
69%
Sweet shared
58%
63%
61%
Warm Spicy shared
60%
48%
57%
47%

Performance

Fenty December Rose
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Fenty

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its potent projection and unique, complex character, especially the deep rose and musky patchouli, make Fenty ideal for cooler weather date nights and formal events where you want to make a statement. While some find it versatile, its intensity makes it less suitable for casual wear or the office.

December Rose

Seasons

Best For:
Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Spring

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Formal
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate projection and compliment-getting nature make it fantastic for dates and social evenings. While it can work in an office, the fruity sweetness and musky depth might be a bit too much for a strictly professional environment, lending itself more to formal events.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
93%
Key Similarities

Both lean rose, fruity, citrus

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Fenty EDP
December Rose EDP
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