Van Cleef & Arpels 2018 Edp

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Rose Rouge

by Julien Rasquinet

Van Cleef & Arpels Rose Rouge is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2018, created by Julien Rasquinet. The fragrance opens with Blackcurrant, Bergamot, and Pink Pepper, settles into a heart of Rose, Raspberry, and Vetiver, and dries down to a base of Cacao Pod, Musk, Benzoin, and Vanilla.

Our verdict on Rose Rouge: Favourite

This one's a proper jammy rose, absolutely stunning to many with a delicious gourmand twist. However, for some, the patchouli and vetiver can go a bit 'off', so do yourself a favour and test it first, eh?
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  • Confident
  • Romantic
  • Sensual
  • Warm
  • Luxurious
Rose Rouge Eau de Parfum bottle

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Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 9%
Floral 20%
Fruity 23%
Green 7%
Sweet 29%
Warm 13%
Woody 10%
Earthy 12%
Animalic 5%
Fresh 11%

Mood Profile

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

Accords

Fruity
100%
Rose
92%
Sweet
74%
Warm Spicy
64%
Vanilla
63%

Notes

Top Notes

Blackcurrant 41% Pink Pepper 32% Bergamot 27%

Heart Notes

Rose 43% Raspberry 35% Vetiver 22%

Base Notes

Cacao Pod 22% Vanilla 22% Patchouli 19% Benzoin 18% Musk 18%

Performance

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

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter
Also Works:
Spring Summer

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

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal
Also Works:
Office Casual

Its strong, sweet, and warm profile makes it better suited for evenings and dates, though moderate application could work in a professional setting. The luxurious and rich accords lean away from casual or sport wear.

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About

Rose Rouge opens with a juicy burst of blackcurrant and raspberry, sharpened with a hint of pink pepper. The heart unfurls into a rich, sweet rose, backed by earthy vetiver. As it settles, a warm, creamy base of cacao, vanilla, and benzoin emerges, grounded by a subtle, grounding patchouli and musk. It's a gourmand rose that’s both indulgent and sophisticated.

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