Wild Rose Oud
| Edp | Concentration | Extrait |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2014 | Year | 2022 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££££ |
Rosa Limone
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Which Should You Buy?
Divisive and bold, Mancera's Wild Rose Oud is a love-it-or-hate-it scent. Some hail it as a stunning, clean rose-oud masterpiece while others find it a screechy, synthetic mess that leans far too feminine for some. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
This one's a proper head-scratcher. Some reckon it's a classy, versatile gem, a standout freshie. Others? Pure floor cleaner. If you want citrus-rose but don't want to smell like a toilet bowl, best try before you buy.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 43% | 35% |
| Floral | 35% | 41% |
| Fruity | 4% | 5% |
| Green | 6% | 6% |
| Sweet | 11% | 14% |
| Warm | 0% | 1% |
| Woody | 5% | 0% |
| Earthy | 11% | 3% |
| Animalic | 3% | 3% |
| Fresh | 27% | 30% |
Mood
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 strong projection and lasting power make it less suitable for an office environment, but perfect for dates and formal events. While some find it versatile enough for daily wear, the intensity suggests it's best reserved for special occasions or cooler weather, rather than casual or sport settings.
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its sharp, fresh citrus and marine accords make it great for casual and sport, while the floral heart lends it enough character for a relaxed date. The divisiveness and strong projection for some might make it a bit much for formal settings or a conservative office.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Citrus, Fresh Spicy, Rose accords and Rose, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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