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Rose Oud Eau de Parfum bottle Rose Oud EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender U
2016 Year 2019
££ Price Tier ££££
Les Sables Roses Eau de Parfum bottle Les Sables Roses EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Rose Oud EDP
A truly divisive rose-oud for the masses, Yves Rocher's Rose Oud delivers a surprisingly dark and sophisticated take on a classic combo. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair thanks to its intriguing, slightly 'dirty' edge.
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Our Verdict - Les Sables Roses EDP
This is a seriously opulent take on a classic rose-oud combo, delivering powerful sillage and longevity. It's divisive; some find it a masterful, unique scent, while others dismiss it as unoriginal or too heavy. Definitely try before you buy the full bottle, as skin chemistry plays a huge part.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Rose Oud EDP
Les Sables Roses EDP

Notes

Rose Oud
Les Sables Roses

Top Notes

Heart Notes

Only in Les Sables Roses
Pepper 50% Saffron 50%
Shared Notes
Rose 50% vs 100%
Only in Rose Oud
Cumin 50%
Shared Notes
Oud 50% vs 50%
Only in Rose Oud
Labdanum 50%
Only in Les Sables Roses
Ambergris 50%

Accords

Rose Oud Les Sables Roses
100%
Rose
100%
90%
Oud
91%
71%
Amber
79%
67%
Fresh Spicy
47%
Animalic
60%
Metallic
52%
51%
Floral
51%
Leather
48%
46%
Musky
Balsamic
45%
Rose shared
100%
100%
Oud shared
90%
91%
Amber shared
71%
79%
Fresh Spicy shared
67%
47%
60%
52%
Floral shared
51%
51%
48%
46%
45%

Performance

Rose Oud Les Sables Roses
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Rose Oud

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its moderate sillage and intimate nature mean it's suitable for close encounters, making it good for dates or more formal evenings without being overpowering. While some find it office-appropriate due to its understated projection, its darker character might be too bold for everyday wear. The 'dirty' or 'skanky' aspects mentioned by some reviewers further limit its casual and sport appeal.

Les Sables Roses

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its 'beast mode' performance with strong sillage and longevity, this powerful rose-oud is far too imposing for an office setting. It shines in more intimate evening scenarios like dates, where its sensual, luxurious character can truly captivate, and its elegant profile suits formal events perfectly. It's generally too refined and heavy for casual or sport wear, though some reviewers enjoy it for autumnal family outings.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
78%
Key Similarities

Both lean rose, oud, amber

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Rose Oud EDP
Les Sables Roses EDP
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