Rock Rose
| Extrait | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2013 | Year | 2014 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £££££ |
The Night
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
A sweet, natural rose layered over cashmere wood and rosewood with a faint saffron lift. Rock Rose is a soft, wearable rose for everyday wear, less dark than the name suggests and quietly distinctive without shouting.
This is a masterpiece that divides as much as it delights. Be warned: the opening can be challenging, but if you can survive the notorious barnyard oud, you're in for a luxurious, uncompromising ride. Just ignore the eye-watering price tag.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 1% | 0% |
| Floral | 22% | 18% |
| Fruity | 0% | 0% |
| Green | 1% | 0% |
| Sweet | 21% | 16% |
| Warm | 26% | 29% |
| Woody | 33% | 33% |
| Earthy | 8% | 20% |
| Animalic | 16% | 23% |
| Fresh | 2% | 1% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Rock Rose's prominent rose, citrus, and powdery notes work well in spring and fall, offering freshness and a woody base that fits transitional weather. The spicy-woody base is not too dense for spring, nor too airy for fall.
Occasions
Moderate projection and a rose-forward, powdery profile make it suitable for dates and casual outings, but the powdery, soapy undertone keeps it from being ideal for formal or sporty settings.
Seasons
A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.
Occasions
Its potent projection and intense animalic opening make it unsuitable for office wear or casual daytime use. However, its luxurious oud-rose profile and strong sillage are perfect for making a statement on a sophisticated date or a grand formal event.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Amber, Rose, Warm Spicy accords and Rose, Saffron notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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