Is Fragrance World Pose As Rose a dupe of Guerlain Rose Chérie?

Rose Chérie EDP

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Pose As Rose EDP

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Rose Chérie Eau de Parfum bottle Rose Chérie EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender F
2021 Year 2023
£££££ Price Tier £
Pose As Rose Eau de Parfum bottle Pose As Rose EDP
Our Verdict

Rose Chérie and Pose As Rose are strikingly similar powdery rose fragrances, but their prices tell different stories. The Guerlain leans into a sweeter, marzipan-like rose, while Fragrance World's dupe offers a fresher, violet-forward take. Rose Chérie's quality is undeniable, but its high price makes Pose As Rose a compelling alternative if you're seeking the same profile on a budget. However, Pose As Rose has some mixed reviews, so test if possible. Ultimately, your wallet and tolerance for risk will decide which rose blooms best for you.

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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Rose Chérie if...
  • You want the prestige of a luxury brand like Guerlain.
  • The marzipan sweetness of Rose Chérie appeals to you.
  • You prefer a richer, more gourmand rose scent.
  • Price is no object for a unique rose experience.
Choose Pose As Rose if...
  • You want a similar scent profile at a fraction of the cost.
  • You prefer a fresher, more violet-centric rose fragrance.
  • You're open to exploring affordable dupes.
  • You like a modern, powdery rose scent.
Our Verdict - Rose Chérie EDP
Rose Chérie is a divisive, high-price Guerlain offering that splits opinion. You'll either adore its flirtatious, powdery rose and marzipan sweetness or find it an overpriced reformulation that's too sweet for its own good.
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Our Verdict - Pose As Rose EDP
This powdery violet-rose is a divisive dupe. Most rave about its uncanny resemblance to a high-end scent, finding it modern and fresh, but a vocal minority smell ammonia, old wood, or granny vibes. Try before you buy, it might just be your new obsession.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Rose Chérie EDP A Pose As Rose EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Rose Chérie EDP
Pose As Rose EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Musk 50% vs 56%
Tonka Bean 50% vs 43%
Rose 33% vs 46%
Violet 33% vs 53%
Heliotrope 33% vs 49%
Only in Pose As Rose
Raspberry 51%
Only in Pose As Rose
Violet 53% Rose 47%
Shared Notes
Heliotrope 33% vs 49%
Only in Rose Chérie
Rose 33% Violet 33%
Only in Pose As Rose
Raspberry 51%
Shared Notes
Musk 50% vs 56%
Tonka Bean 50% vs 43%

Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.

Performance

Rose Chérie Pose As Rose
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Rose Chérie

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn
Also Works:
Summer

Built for the cooler edges of the year - spring and autumn pair best.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office Formal

Its moderate projection and feminine, elegant character make it well-suited for dates and casual outings, exuding a romantic aura. While it has presence, it's not overpowering for office wear, but perhaps a bit too precious for strenuous activities.

Pose As Rose

Seasons

Best For:
Spring
Also Works:
Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its moderate sillage and powdery floral character make it suitable for a range of occasions, from casual wear to date nights. While many find it great for the office, its distinct sweetness and rose-violet blend might be too much for some formal settings.

Similarity Breakdown

Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.

Overall scent match
89%
Key Similarities

Shares 5 of its 6 notes, including Musk, Rose, Heliotrope

Key Differences

Adds raspberry

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