Josephine
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2005 | Year | 2023 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Princess Verte
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
Josephine is a divisive floral that evokes a strong sense of a bygone era. For some, it's a timeless, elegant classic; for others, a 'granny perfume' that's too sour, dusty, or medicinal. It's a love-it-or-hate-it affair, so definitely try before you buy.
This isn't your average princess; Rasasi's Princess Verte is a modern, slightly masculine leaning floral-woody blend that manages to be both sophisticated and surprisingly versatile. It's a proper grown-up scent that knows what it wants.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 3% | 5% |
| Floral | 34% | 26% |
| Fruity | 8% | 8% |
| Green | 14% | 17% |
| Sweet | 25% | 19% |
| Warm | 9% | 10% |
| Woody | 13% | 15% |
| Earthy | 6% | 9% |
| Animalic | 8% | 7% |
| Fresh | 12% | 14% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
The long-lasting and potentially strong sillage, coupled with its elegant and classic floral profile, makes Josephine well-suited for formal and special date occasions. Its vintage character and occasional polarizing 'sour' notes mean it might not be the safest choice for a regular office scent, and it's definitely too heavy for sport.
Seasons
Occasions
Its refined woody-aromatic character makes it perfect for both office wear, where it projects professionalism, and elegant evening events. While versatile for casual settings, its sophisticated aura leans away from sporty activities.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Aromatic, Powdery accords and Rose, Peach notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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