de Cartier Goutte de Rose
| Edt | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2013 | Year | 2014 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Rose Flash
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Which Should You Buy?
This isn't just another rose perfume; Cartier Goutte de Rose is a soft, fresh take that manages to be both elegant and easygoing. It's largely a crowd-pleaser, though some found its subtlety a bit 'boring' and yearned for more complexity or projection.
This is a bold, divisive rose, proving that 'jammy' can mean wildly different things to different noses. Some find it a sweet, boozy delight, others a cloying, chemical mess or sour 'stale beer'. Love it or hate it, Rose Flash certainly makes an entrance.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 2% |
| Floral | 33% | 37% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 2% |
| Sweet | 34% | 17% |
| Warm | 14% | 11% |
| Woody | 22% | 25% |
| Earthy | 11% | 12% |
| Animalic | 6% | 3% |
| Fresh | 3% | 4% |
Mood
Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its fresh and delicate nature, coupled with generally soft projection, makes it an excellent choice for office wear and casual settings, especially in warmer weather. While it's too subtle for a grand formal event, its underlying elegance provides a touch of class for more intimate dates.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.
Occasions
Rose Flash's immense projection and longevity make it unsuitable for sensitive environments like the office. It excels in evenings and formal events where the opulent, rich rose can truly shine, but it's too heavy for casual daytime wear or sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Amber, Woody accords and Rose, Woody notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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