Roja Dove 2016 Edp

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A Midsummer Dream

by Roja Dove

Roja Dove A Midsummer Dream is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2016, created by Roja Dove. The fragrance opens with Bergamot and Grapefruit, settles into a heart of Rose, Orange Blossom, Patchouli, and Oakmoss, and dries down to a base of Orris, Benzoin, Vanilla, and Vetiver.

Our verdict on A Midsummer Dream: Favourite

This one's a proper grower, isn't it? A divisive Roja that polarises opinions like Brexit, but ultimately, it's a classy, sophisticated wear for those who appreciate traditional perfumery. Don't expect a crowd-pleaser; this is for the connoisseur, not the newbie.
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  • Classic
  • Elegant
  • Sophisticated
  • Subtle
  • Luxurious
A Midsummer Dream Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 32%
Floral 13%
Fruity 5%
Green 8%
Sweet 13%
Warm 13%
Woody 14%
Earthy 14%
Animalic 4%
Fresh 22%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Aromatic
100%
Citrus
91%
Warm Spicy
75%
Woody
74%
Earthy
65%

Notes

Top Notes

Grapefruit 54% Bergamot 46%

Heart Notes

Elemi 21% Cardamom 19% Oakmoss 15% Orange Blossom 12% Pink Pepper 12% Rose 11% Patchouli 10%

Base Notes

Benzoin 18% Vetiver 17% Vanilla 15% Orris 14% Cedar 14% Musk 12% Carrot Seeds 11%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Fall

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its sophisticated aromatic and woody accords naturally lean towards formal and date settings, conveying an air of elegance. While refined, some find its projection too intimate for certain occasions; however, its refined nature makes it suitable for an understated office presence if not oversprayed.

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About

Opens with a zesty, almost bitter burst of grapefruit and bergamot, quickly softening into a complex heart where powdery orris, aromatic cardamom, and a hint of rose mingle with earthy patchouli and oakmoss. The dry-down is a warm, resinous embrace of elemi, benzoin, and vanilla, underpinned by musky vetiver and an intriguing touch of carrot seed, culminating in an elegant, almost nostalgic scent that lingers subtly.

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