Rose Extase
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2017 | Year | 2025 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Kurky
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This jammy rose and raspberry concoction by Francis Kurkdjian is highly divisive. While many adore its sweet, creamy, and feminine charm, others find it too cloying, powdery, or even 'old-fashioned', lacking the longevity some expect from an EDT. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair.
Kurky is an absolute enigma, a divisive love-it-or-hate-it scent that has the community split down the middle. Some find it a magical, delicate skin scent, while others question its very existence. It's either an artistic triumph or utterly pointless water in a bottle, depending on who you ask.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 1% |
| Floral | 20% | 14% |
| Fruity | 40% | 38% |
| Green | 2% | 2% |
| Sweet | 40% | 45% |
| Warm | 5% | 4% |
| Woody | 4% | 4% |
| Earthy | 2% | 2% |
| Animalic | 10% | 6% |
| Fresh | 9% | 9% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and sweet, fruity-floral character make it suitable for casual wear and dates without being overwhelming. However, some find its sweetness and powdery notes potentially cloying, making it less ideal for formal events or the gym.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its often-reported light sillage and skin-scent nature make it ideal for office wear, where it's unlikely to offend. The playful fruity-gourmand profile works well for casual settings, but its lack of projection and formal accords make it less suitable for dressier events or impactful dates.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Fruity, Sweet, Musky accords and Rose, Raspberry notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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