Floris London 2016 EDP

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A Rose For...

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Floris London A Rose For... is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016. A Rose For... opens with Incense and Tea, settles into a heart of Rose, and dries down to a base of Amber, Cedar, Sandalwood, and Patchouli. Floris London's A Rose For... carries a Statement verdict, a floral-led wear.

This is a real head-scratcher. "A Rose For..." promised a modern rose but delivered a divisive, shape-shifting scent. Some rave about its sexy, regal depth, others are swamped by an old-school, musty rose or aggressive incense. Try before you buy, as this one really depends on your skin chemistry.
What our verdicts mean →
  • Sophisticated
  • Mysterious
  • Warm
  • Elegant
  • Sensual
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A Rose For... Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend
Topas listed
Tea54%
Incense46%
Heartas listed
Rose100%
Baseas listed
Cedar21%
Patchouli21%
Amber20%
Sandalwood19%
Vanilla19%

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Given its strong projection in the opening and its generally rich, warm character with prominent rose and incense, this leans more towards evening and cooler weather occasions. While some find it office-appropriate after it settles, many reported its intensity makes it better suited for dates or formal events where it can truly shine without overpowering. It's definitely not a sport scent.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

  • Geraniol from Rose

Other declarable allergens

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

Ethics and formulation

We report other people's certifications, never our own. Every claim links to its source.

  • Cruelty-free Brand-stated Floris London says so · no third-party certification found · Read the claim

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About

Opens with a swirl of dark tea and smoky incense, preparing you for a rose that’s anything but dewy. The heart reveals a deep, red rose, often described as wine-like or jammy, underscored by an earthy patchouli and rich woods. The dry-down settles into a warm, inviting base of amber, vanilla, and cedar, softened by a subtle, woody oud.

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Where to buy

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