Chypre Sublime
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| F | Gender | U |
| 2022 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Radical Rose
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Which Should You Buy?
A vintage-leaning rose chypre of rose, frankincense, amber labdanum and patchouli, Chypre Sublime reads classic rather than modern. Reviewers liken it to grandmother's rose talcum in the best way, a smoky formal wear for cool-weather evenings.
This isn't a shy little rose, it's a 'badass' statement. Matière Première's Radical Rose is a controversial one-off for some, but a bold, sophisticated masterpiece for many, often hailed as a sexier, more wearable alternative to POAL.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 1% |
| Floral | 27% | 25% |
| Fruity | 1% | 0% |
| Green | 4% | 2% |
| Sweet | 19% | 17% |
| Warm | 25% | 30% |
| Woody | 12% | 13% |
| Earthy | 22% | 29% |
| Animalic | 4% | 10% |
| Fresh | 7% | 4% |
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Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Damask rose over frankincense, labdanum and benzoin with patchouli reads as a classic cool-weather chypre; the bold vintage-floral character and powdery rose-talcum register place it firmly outside a summer profile.
Occasions
Reviewers cast it as a statement floral with a vintage formal register, warm and sexy in character, which aligns it with elegant evening and formal use rather than casual daytime wear.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its strong projection and enduring longevity make it unsuitable for an office environment, but perfect for date nights or formal events where it can make a statement. The opulent, dark rose and spicy accords are too heavy for casual wear or sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Warm Spicy, Patchouli accords and Labdanum, Rose notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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