Radical Rose
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2020 | Year | 2020 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Picky Rose
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Which Should You Buy?
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.
This ain't your grandma's rose. Picky Rose is a divisive beast: some find it a sophisticated, powdery floral, others a 'smokey' mess. If you're after a clean, sweet rose, look elsewhere. For those who can ride its spicy, earthy wave to a sensual dry-down, it's a confident win.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 4% |
| Floral | 25% | 28% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 2% | 3% |
| Sweet | 17% | 21% |
| Warm | 30% | 24% |
| Woody | 13% | 10% |
| Earthy | 29% | 26% |
| Animalic | 10% | 2% |
| Fresh | 4% | 6% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
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.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Its bold and potentially 'smokey' character makes it less suitable for the office, but its sophisticated dry-down shines on a date or for formal events. The strong spice and earthy accords might be too much for casual daytime wear or sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Warm Spicy, Rose, Patchouli accords and Rose, Patchouli notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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