Rose Essentielle
| Edp | Concentration | Edp |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2006 | Year | 2008 |
| ££ | Price Tier | ££ |
Feerie
ScentArt
Which Should You Buy?
This is a powdery, effortlessly elegant rose that divides opinion. Some find it beautiful and soft, others a dated headache. It's sadly discontinued, causing much wailing and gnashing of teeth among its devotees.
This is a prime example of 'bottle over juice' territory. While universally praised for its magnificent bottle, the fragrance itself often polarises opinion, ranging from a 'nice but simple' violet-berry blend to an overly sweet, artificial 'blueberry hooch'. It's a whimsical, youthful scent for those who adore candied violets and berries.
Scent Profile
| Citrus | 0% | 5% |
| Floral | 46% | 48% |
| Fruity | 8% | 16% |
| Green | 5% | 10% |
| Sweet | 23% | 22% |
| Warm | 3% | 0% |
| Woody | 17% | 12% |
| Earthy | 10% | 12% |
| Animalic | 10% | 3% |
| Fresh | 7% | 10% |
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Accords
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and often-mentioned 'office-safe' nature make it suitable for professional settings, while its elegant, romantic rose leans into date nights and formal events. The fresh floral and fruity aspects keep it versatile enough for daily casual wear, though its sophisticated character isn't ideal for sport.
Seasons
A spring fragrance - light, bright, made for the warmer turn of the year.
Occasions
Its moderate sillage and light, fruity-floral profile make it suitable for casual wear and dates, but its sweetness might be too much for some office settings. It lacks the gravitas for formal events and the freshness required for sport.
Similarity Breakdown
Both share Rose, Powdery, Floral accords and Violet, Jasmine notes
Subtle differences in overall composition
Where to buy
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