The Coveted Duchess Rose
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | U |
| 2016 | Year | 2023 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Gaba
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A luminous, modern rose with a mischievous twist, Duchess Rose is both demure and quietly seductive. Its musky-woody finish elevates the classic floral into a signature of understated nobility.
This Ganymede-adjacent powerhouse has sparked debate, but Gaba manages to pull off that metallic ambroxan DNA with a welcome twist of warmth. It's a polarizing scent, but if you're into beast-mode performance and a modern edge, you'll love it.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 22% | 19% |
| Floral | 27% | 27% |
| Fruity | 12% | 11% |
| Green | 2% | 3% |
| Sweet | 20% | 17% |
| Warm | 5% | 6% |
| Woody | 9% | 14% |
| Earthy | 2% | 3% |
| Animalic | 17% | 13% |
| Fresh | 18% | 20% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
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Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The airy, fresh rose and citrus notes shine in spring and early fall, while the musky and woody base gives enough body for cooler weather. It is less suited to the heat of summer or the depths of winter.
Occasions
With its refined rose, soft projection, and musky-woody finish, this scent is perfect for office and romantic dates, while its elegance also works for casual outings. It is too delicate for sporty or highly formal occasions.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its nuclear performance and strong sillage, as noted by reviewers, make it potentially overwhelming for a close-quarters office setting. However, its modern, compliment-getting appeal and versatile accord profile make it suitable for dates and casual outings, while still having enough presence for less stuffy formal events.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Musky, Woody, Citrus accords and Musk, Mandarin notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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