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Radical Rose Eau de Parfum bottle Radical Rose EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender M
2020 Year -
££ Price Tier £
Ruby Eau de Parfum bottle Ruby EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Radical Rose EDP
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.
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Our Verdict - Ruby EDP
Perfume Parlour's affordable interpretation of Boadicea The Victorious Rose Sapphire - a warm spicy fragrance led by Saffron, Geranium, Turmeric, with floral depth. It captures the gist of the original at a fraction of the cost, rendering a touch simpler and quieter.
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Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Radical Rose EDP
Ruby EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Saffron 50% vs 30%
Shared Notes
Rose 100% vs 18%
Shared Notes
Patchouli 50% vs 26%
Labdanum 50% vs 19%

Accords

Radical Rose Ruby
100%
Rose
92%
Warm Spicy
90%
51%
Floral
78%
75%
Patchouli
Aromatic
66%
65%
Woody
42%
58%
Amber
Musky
54%
52%
Earthy
49%
Balsamic
48%
Metallic
100%
Warm Spicy shared
92%
90%
Floral shared
51%
78%
75%
66%
Woody shared
65%
42%
58%
54%
52%
49%
48%

Performance

Radical Rose Ruby
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Short (2-4h)
Strong
Projection
Intimate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Radical Rose

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

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.

Ruby

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

Best in autumn and winter - the warm spicy, floral profile suits those conditions, while extremes of heat or cold flatten the dupe's lighter composition.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Keep it for evening and daily - the warm spicy accord gives presence while the gentle projection keeps it crowd-friendly.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
86%
Key Similarities

Both lean warm spicy, woody, floral

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Radical Rose EDP
Ruby EDP
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