Raw Materials - Rose · Brotherhood Of Scent

Sep '24 (edited) • New Releases & Reviews 📝

Raw Materials - Rose

Hey Gents, here's another that I featured a good while ago (post is here, if interested), but today's post is expanding on that a bit more!! Any other info you guys have would be greatly appreciated!!

Rose, renowned for its classic and multifaceted fragrance, comes from the blooms of the Rosa genus, with numerous varieties cultivated for their aromatic qualities. The scent of rose is rich and floral, with notes that can range from sweet and fruity to deep and spicy. Harvesting roses for their fragrance involves picking the flowers at the peak of their bloom, typically in the early morning when their oils are most concentrated. The flowers are carefully hand-harvested to avoid damaging the delicate petals and are often processed quickly to preserve their scent. For essential oil extraction, the petals are usually steam distilled or subjected to solvent extraction, a process that captures the essence of the rose in its purest form.

Rose has long been a hallmark of feminine fragrances, cherished for its classic, romantic, and lush floral notes. Traditionally, its presence in women’s perfumes conveyed elegance and sensuality. However, in recent years, the fragrance industry has seen a shift towards more inclusive and diverse scent profiles. Modern perfumers are now blending rose with robust, traditionally masculine notes like woods, spices, and leather to create complex, multi-faceted scents. This evolution reflects a broader trend of breaking down gender norms in fragrance. More recent offerings showcase rose’s versatility and its ability to add depth and sophistication to men’s fragrances, offering a refined and contemporary edge to the traditionally floral scent.

In men's fragrances, rose is often used to add a sophisticated, multi-dimensional layer to the scent profile. While traditionally associated with feminine perfumes, rose's complex aroma—ranging from sweet and floral to spicy and green—brings a nuanced elegance to masculine compositions. It works beautifully as a middle note, blending seamlessly with spices, woods, or leathery accords to create a fragrance that is both refined and balanced. Rose can add depth and a touch of luxury without overwhelming the fragrance, providing a subtle yet impactful floral complexity that enhances the overall sophistication of a men's scent.

When I smell Rose: it’s like diving into a deep, rich floral experience. It’s intense and lush, with a velvety texture that feels both luxurious and grounded. My sample is Bulgarian, it has a strong, sweet rose note, but it’s layered with subtle hints of spice and warmth that make it feel less overtly floral and more complex. It’s as if you’re walking through a garden in full bloom, but with an added depth that gives the scent a sophisticated edge. It’s bold and captivating, bringing a touch of elegance and a sense of refined strength. In this pure form, I can see the feminine lean that some people label it, but from the numerous different frags I have, I know it can lean masculine no problem!!

There are so many rose fragrances out there, from dark and sultry, to light and smooth. I really wish I could post more, I’d just run out of room! Here are a few I can think of off the top of my head…

https://www.fragrantica.com/perfume/Simone-Andreoli/Rose-of-Dangerous-Flamenco-76892.html

https://www.parfumo.com/Perfumes/Aaron_Terence_Hughes/red-fever

What say you Gents? Any experience with Rose forward fragrances? What ones do you like or dislike? What ones out there would you like to try? And for you seasoned fragheads, what fragrances would you recommend to beginners? Love to hear from 'ya!

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