Roses D'Emotion

The Scent Profile

Roses D'Emotion kicks off with a blast of candied rose, leaning heavily into that pink pepper note right away. It's bright, almost artificially so, reminding me of those rose-flavored hard candies grandma used to have. The "Turkey Red Rose" isn't quite the velvety bloom of a true rose absolute; it’s a simpler, sweeter interpretation. As it settles, the raspberry bloom tries to peek through, adding a tart counterpoint, but it gets a bit lost in the initial sugar rush. The drydown is where it veers furthest from its inspiration. The papyrus note is there, but it's more of a suggestion than a strong earthy presence. A fairly generic amber emerges, and there’s a slight plasticky edge that lingers on skin.

Performance Reality Check

I get about 5 hours of wear with Roses D'Emotion. Initially, it projects about an arm's length, but it quickly retracts to a skin scent after the first hour. I wore it to the office on a mild day. It didn't offend, but it also didn't garner any compliments. Later, I tried it on a jog, and it faded into oblivion within 30 minutes.

Bottom Line

This is a spring daytime scent, best suited for casual outings like brunch or a quick trip to the store. It's too sweet and fleeting for evening wear or formal occasions. The synthetic undertones make it unsuitable for warmer weather; it would become cloying.