Frédéric Malle 2019 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Rose & Cuir

by Jean-Claude Ellena

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Frédéric Malle Rose & Cuir is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Jean-Claude Ellena. Rose & Cuir opens with Geranium, Sichuan Pepper, and Blackcurrant, settles into a heart of Leather and Rose, and dries down to a base of Cedar and Vetiver. Frédéric Malle's Rose & Cuir carries an Acquired verdict, a woody-led wear.

This one's a proper divisive scent; folks either adore its eccentric greenness or absolutely loathe its sharp, acidic nature. Forget the name, this is less about rose and leather, more about a wild, untamed garden on a rainy day.
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Rose & Cuir Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Fall Winter
Also Works:
Summer

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual
Also Works:
Date

Its strong projection and unique, sometimes challenging, opening make it less suitable for formal or office settings. However, its refreshing, green character lends itself well to casual wear, with some finding it surprisingly appropriate for summer. The sensual leather and rose hints also give it potential for date nights, appealing to those who prefer something distinctive.

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

  • Rose geranium Pelargonium Graveolens Oil from Geranium

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

About

Rose & Cuir opens with a vibrant, almost shocking jolt of spicy blackcurrant and peppery geranium, creating a green, tart, and undeniably unique introduction. The rose here is not your typical sweet bloom, but rather the green, dewy stem, interwoven with a subtle, supple leather that emerges slowly. As it settles, vetiver and cedar provide an earthy, woody depth, grounding the fresh, aromatic core with a touch of brooding complexity.

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