Rose Essentielle Rosee Eau de Toilette bottle Rose Essentielle Rosee
Edt Concentration Edt
U Gender U
2007 Year 1890
££ Price Tier ££
Special 127 Eau de Toilette bottle Special 127

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Rose Essentielle Rosee
This one is a divisive beauty. While some find it to be a pure, elegant rose that's perfect for any occasion, others are put off by a synthetic, syrupy sweetness or even a 'cherry cough drop' vibe. Test before you buy, as skin chemistry plays a big role here.
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Our Verdict - Special 127
A divisive yet historically significant citrus aromatic. Some find it a timeless, clean barbershop classic, worthy of Churchill. Others detect a dated, overly soapy quality, likening it to bathroom cleaner. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, but undeniably carries a certain vintage charm.
Favourite

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 28% 24%
Floral 32% 29%
Fruity 5% 3%
Green 4% 9%
Sweet 17% 14%
Warm 0% 1%
Woody 7% 8%
Earthy 12% 13%
Animalic 16% 14%
Fresh 17% 20%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Rose Essentielle Rosee EdT
Special 127 EdT

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 52% vs 28%
Orange 47% vs 21%
Shared Notes
Rose 64% vs 21%
Only in Rose Essentielle Rosee
Jasmine 35%
Shared Notes
Musk 55% vs 52%
Patchouli 44% vs 47%

Accords

Rose Essentielle Rosee Special 127
100%
Rose
57%
74%
Citrus
100%
45%
Fresh Spicy
84%
Aromatic
76%
61%
Musky
58%
Floral
47%
Lavender
55%
52%
White Floral
47%
Herbal
49%
48%
Patchouli
48%
Powdery
Woody
48%
Green
46%
Rose shared
100%
57%
Citrus shared
74%
100%
Fresh Spicy shared
45%
84%
76%
61%
Floral shared
58%
47%
55%
White Floral shared
52%
47%
49%
48%
48%
48%
46%

Performance

Rose Essentielle Rosee Special 127
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Rose Essentielle Rosee

Seasons

Best For:
Spring

A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its lighter projection and fresh, inoffensive rose profile make it a good choice for casual wear and even the office. However, some experience poor longevity, limiting its suitability for longer formal events unless reapplied. It's a popular choice for dates due to its delicate, romantic feel.

Special 127

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Formal

The fresh and clean citrus-aromatic profile makes it excellent for casual wear or sport. Its subtle projection makes it non-offensive for the office, while its classic barbershop vibe offers a touch of formality. It's perhaps too understated for a bold date night scent.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
91%
Olfactory
97%
Notes
91%
Accord
62%
Key Similarities

Both share Citrus, Fresh Spicy, Rose accords and Rose, Patchouli notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Rose Essentielle Rosee
Special 127
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