Voleur de Roses
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 1993 | Year | 2019 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Black Swan
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Which Should You Buy?
Voleur de Roses is a divisive beast: an earthy, gothic take on rose and patchouli that some adore as a masterpiece, while others find it a damp, mouldy mess. It's a proper love-it-or-hate-it scent with a uniquely dark charm that's certainly not for the faint of heart.
Black Swan is a deeply divisive scent, adored by some for its unique gothic romance, yet dismissed by others as a soapy, unsettling oddity. Not a safe blind buy, as it requires a specific wearer to truly appreciate its dark, floral charm.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 10% | 8% |
| Floral | 23% | 27% |
| Fruity | 11% | 1% |
| Green | 4% | 4% |
| Sweet | 24% | 28% |
| Warm | 10% | 4% |
| Woody | 17% | 23% |
| Earthy | 19% | 19% |
| Animalic | 9% | 1% |
| Fresh | 8% | 6% |
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Base Notes
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its bold, earthy rose and patchouli character, combined with reports of moderate to good longevity, make it a bit much for the office. However, its dark and sensual nature means it truly shines as a date night or formal evening scent. Casual wear is possible if you're feeling a bit edgy, but sport is a definite no-go.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
The moderate sillage and longevity make it versatile, but its distinctive character, sometimes described as gothic or metallic, probably isn't ideal for a professional office setting. It shines on dates or for formal events where its unique romantic darkness can be appreciated.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Rose, Patchouli accords and Rose, Sandalwood notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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