A Song for the Rose
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2019 | Year | - |
| ££££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
Kawthar
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A Song for the Rose is a luminous, modern rose built around silky musk and understated woods. It is graceful, genderless, and quietly magnetic, perfect for those seeking a radiant floral with refined character.
Kawthar is a divisive one. Some find it a powerful, smoky oud bomb - deeply mysterious and masculine. Others detect a gentle, fleeting rose, a soft ambergris skin scent. Ultimately, it’s a gamble, but potentially a cheap thrill for the oud-curious.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 2% | 2% |
| Floral | 47% | 42% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 2% | 2% |
| Sweet | 20% | 17% |
| Warm | 2% | 5% |
| Woody | 2% | 2% |
| Earthy | 0% | 7% |
| Animalic | 40% | 40% |
| Fresh | 12% | 15% |
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Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
The luminous, dewy rose and clean musk make this a radiant choice for spring, with enough body and freshness for early fall. It can work on cooler summer days, but the airy floral style is less suited to deep winter.
Occasions
Elegant but not loud, this refined rose-musk is safe for office and excels on dates thanks to its modern clarity. The gentle projection and clean musky undertone keep it versatile, but it lacks the weight for formal galas or sport.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Given the strong, smoky oud and animalic accords, this scent leans away from office wear. It’s perfect for intimate dates or intriguing formal events where its unique character can shine, and some find it suitable for casual wear given its oil format and often moderate projection.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Woody, Floral, Powdery accords and Rose notes
Different accord profile
Where to buy
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