Roses Amalfi

First Impressions & Dry Down

Roses Amalfi opens with a fizzy, almost medicinal pink pepper note. It's sharp, like the rind of a lime zested too aggressively, cutting through the sweetness of the mandarin. This opening differs significantly from the original, lacking its smooth, almost jam-like rose. The heart is indeed rose, but a powdery, cosmetic rose, similar to vintage face powder, rather than a fresh bloom. The drydown is where the almond and heliotrope come forward, softening the edges, but there is a faint synthetic musk that lingers, reminding me of dryer sheets.

Performance Reality Check

On my skin, Roses Amalfi lasts about 5-6 hours. The projection is moderate for the first hour, extending to about an arm's length. After that, it settles closer to the skin. I wore this on a cool spring day, running errands. It held up okay, but the synthetic musk became more prominent in the afternoon heat.

The Verdict

Wearing Roses Amalfi versus the original is a study in contrasts. You get the general idea of a rosy, slightly sweet fragrance, but the nuances are missing. The original offers a refined, smooth experience, whereas Roses Amalfi feels a bit rushed and a touch incomplete. You gain a quicker, brighter opening, and you give up that plush rose found in the original.