Ombre Rose L'Original
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1981 | Year | 2017 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Royal Orris
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This is a love-it-or-hate-it classic that divides opinion. For some, it's a nostalgic, sophisticated powder bomb - for others, a choking, dated nightmare that smells like baby products or worse. Approach with caution.
A divisive scent, described by some as 'pointless' and others as 'luxury'. It's all about that makeup bag iris-violet opening. If you can get past that initial powder puff, you'll find a clean, musky sophistication that promises quality, even if the performance fails to deliver for some.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 6% |
| Floral | 33% | 29% |
| Fruity | 6% | 2% |
| Green | 4% | 4% |
| Sweet | 29% | 29% |
| Warm | 7% | 9% |
| Woody | 18% | 16% |
| Earthy | 6% | 11% |
| Animalic | 5% | 9% |
| Fresh | 13% | 6% |
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its powdery and comforting nature makes it suitable for casual wear and can be nice for dates, especially if you prefer a subtle, close-to-skin scent. However, its strong powdery character and occasional vintage feel might not be universally appreciated in a formal setting or for office environments.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its powdery, clean nature and generally subtle projection, as noted by several reviewers, make it suitable for office wear. While possessing a sophisticated edge that could work for formal occasions and dates, the perceived lack of longevity and sillage limits its impact in more social settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Powdery, Woody, Iris accords and Iris, Vetiver notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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