Acquired

Roja Dove 2017 Extrait

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United Arab Emirates

by Roja Dove

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Roja Dove United Arab Emirates is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2017, created by Roja Dove. United Arab Emirates opens with Bergamot and Artemisia, and settles into a heart of Redcurrant Leaf, Rose, Jasmine, and Geranium. Roja Dove's United Arab Emirates carries an Acquired verdict, a rose-led wear.

This one is a classic love-it-or-hate-it Roja, a bold rose-oud with an herbal, spicy edge. Some find it a masterpiece of East-meets-West perfumery, rich and opulent. Others reckon it's a 'musty old lady' scent, overpriced and overhyped. Definitely not a safe blind buy.
  • Bold
  • Sophisticated
  • Luxurious
  • Warm
  • Mysterious
United Arab Emirates Extrait bottle

Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

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 Summer Fall Winter

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Given its strong projection and longevity, UAE is best reserved for evenings and special events rather than the office. Its opulent, spicy rose-oud profile screams sophistication, making it perfect for formal gatherings and romantic dates. Reviewers often mention wearing it for 'special occasions' or when 'dressed to the nines'.

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About

United Arab Emirates opens with a crisp, bitter artemisia and tart bergamot, quickly ushering in a dominant, rich rose heart. This rose is complemented by spicy clove and a touch of green freshness from redcurrant leaf and geranium, all underpinned by a woody, subtly animalic oud. The labdanum adds a resinous depth, creating a complex, aromatic dry down with lingering warmth and spice.