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Which Should You Buy?
This one is a properly divisive chypre. For some, it embodies elegant sophistication, a woody-rose dream. For others, it’s a scrubber, an indolic nightmare of cheap patchouli. Definitely not a safe blind buy, you'll either adore it or regret it.
This is a seriously polarising rose. For some, it's the undisputed Queen of Roses- regal, sophisticated and captivating. For others, it's just a 'nice', overpriced floral reminiscent of supermarket shampoo or baby wipes with truly disappointing performance. Proceed with caution.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 9% | 12% |
| Floral | 41% | 36% |
| Fruity | 1% | 10% |
| Green | 10% | 6% |
| Sweet | 23% | 23% |
| Warm | 4% | 4% |
| Woody | 17% | 13% |
| Earthy | 10% | 8% |
| Animalic | 3% | 7% |
| Fresh | 14% | 16% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its substantial woody-floral profile and strong sillage, though disputed by some, make it more suitable for evenings or formal events than a confined office space. The elegant feel of the rose chypre notes also elevates it beyond casual wear.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its blendable floral and woody profile, coupled with varied reports on sillage and longevity - some find it an intimate skin scent, others a powerhouse - makes it fairly versatile. It leans heavily towards social and formal settings due to its elegant character, though its soft nature for some means it won't overwhelm an office.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Floral, Powdery accords and Rose, Lily Of The Valley notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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