Perfume Calligraphy Rose
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2013 | Year | 2022 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Folie d'un Soir
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This is a seriously stunning Middle Eastern-inspired rose, deep, jammy, and swathed in rich resins. A love-it-or-hate-it affair for some, but for rose aficionados, its discontinuation was a crime.
This one's a proper love-it-or-hate-it affair. Expect a bold, confident blast of resinous leather and rose up top, but be warned: the drydown veers into a polarising 'old attic' or 'too sweet' territory for some. Definitely not a blind buy unless you like a bit of a challenge.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 2% |
| Floral | 20% | 21% |
| Fruity | 0% | 1% |
| Green | 9% | 1% |
| Sweet | 17% | 18% |
| Warm | 26% | 27% |
| Woody | 5% | 7% |
| Earthy | 15% | 20% |
| Animalic | 19% | 18% |
| Fresh | 9% | 5% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Given its strong projection and longevity, this is best reserved for evenings and special occasions where you want to make a statement. Its heavy, oriental character isn't suited for office wear, but many find it perfect for date nights or elegant formal events, especially in cooler weather.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its bold, long-lasting nature and rich leather-amber profile make it too much for an office setting, but perfect for dates and formal events where you want to make a statement. Reviewers often highlight its 'night out' and 'winter' suitability, reinforcing its limited casual appeal.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Warm Spicy, Rose accords and Rose, Frankincense notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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