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He pictured a free-spirited dancer at Burning Man, twirling around in a vanilla-scented haze. Like any vanilla scent, this one has a hint of cozy sweetness. But it has an earthy, untamed edge brought forth by sandalwood and sea salt. Notes: Sea salt, natural vanilla, sandalwood Size: 0.25-1.7 oz A Sephora reviewer says: 'Dark, musky, vanilla, it's perfect for a seductive scent. I absolutely love it!' With packaging akin to a Vegas hotel's golden vibrancy, this is another Noteworthies winner. Inspired by Christian Louboutin's love of Portugal, it opens with bright citrus and blossoms notes before unleashing its marine accord. Loubimar feels decadent, sea-soaked, and sundazed, like a getaway at a heartbreakingly lavish resort. Notes: Lemon, tuberose, salty accord Size: 3 oz Nordstrom rating: 5/5 stars A Nordstrom reviewer says: 'An indulgence. A bit expensive but the perfume smells lovely and the bottle is beautiful.' This is an aquatic perfume with a rustic twist. Inspired by crashing waves on a windswept shore, it has an invigorating and fresh sea-salt heart. The oceanic notes are cushioned with musky ambrette seeds and earthy sage. Notes: Ambrette seeds, sea salt, sage Size: 1-3.4 oz Jo Malone rating: 4.5/5 stars A Jo Malone reviewer says: 'This is a stunning scent that flows beautifully through the bottom, middle and top notes as the day progresses. Every time I wear this perfume somebody tells me how amazing I smell.' 'There are these aquatic molecules that were created in perfumery. They are synthetic, like the ingredient Calone, and there's an aspect to them that feels and smells like the sea,' Shapiro explains. 'Aquatic perfumes range from fresh and watery to very marine (think salty and literal ocean here) and ozonic. The ozonic fragrances are fascinating because they feel like air but also the sea. You can add warmth and depth to any of the categories as well, and can get a solar feel.' 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Like our SALT eau de parfum wears so well with our SWEET eau de parfum. Together the perfumes have a salty and sweet quality that's as addictive as salted chocolate chip cookies.' 'Usually aquatic fragrances are associated with the spring and summer. But it truly depends on how the fragrances are constituted,' Shapiro says. 'For example with our SALT eau de parfum, we use vegan ambergris as our aquatic note and then we have a solar, warm aspect to it with the surrounding notes. The effect is less seasonal—not your typical sunscreen fragrance or watery aquatic—and it has enough of a base that it can wear even in the winter.' Jessie Dawes is the chief marketing officer for Diptyque Americas. Bee Shapiro is the founder of Ellis Brooklyn. Tara Kearns is the director of fragrance and product development at Clean Beauty Collective. Pascal Gaurin is the vice president and senior perfumer at IFF. David Seth Moltz is the co-founder of D.S. & Durga.
Elle
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Notes: Rose damascena, centifolia rose, chamomile, litchi, artichoke Nordstrom rating: 4.8/5 stars An ELLE contributor says: 'There are few things in life I find more beautiful than a classic bouquet of red roses—and being able to smell like one, too. This masterful Diptyque scent is great for rose purists (featuring three types of rose extracts, including one that's upcycled for an earth-friendly touch), with an interesting tinge of chamomile and artichoke for a romantic yet balanced finish.' —Sam Peters, Hearst senior commerce editor This unisex scent has an inherent sensuality that rubs off on the wearer, a credit to the masterful mingling of saffron, rose, and amber. You can trust that it'll stick around once you apply it—even if you're out partying all night long in Milan. Notes: Saffron, blackcurrant, rose, jasmine, ambergris, moss, dry amber, maltol, musk, cedar Size: 3.4 fl. oz. 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Hennessey conceived The Liquors collection to pay homage to his family, and the rose fragrance in the lineup draws inspiration from gin. It smells sharp and fresh long after it first lands on your skin. Notes: Cucumber, juniper berries, rose Sephora rating: 4.3/5 stars An ELLE editor says: 'As our digital beauty director Danielle James pointed out, this fragrance reminds you of stems of just-bought roses briefly taken out of their vase. I'd say the name is pretty accurate, too; the scent is refreshing, like the first sip of an ice-cold drink.' —Carol Lee Fruity and floral, Bond No. 9's New York-inspired perfume is as bright as a twinkling star. Yet it sits close to the skin, thanks to its musk base. And those who aren't the biggest fans of gourmands, don't be discouraged by the note of vanilla—it somehow completely avoids the pitfall of being sickly sweet. Notes: Lychee, apricot, red apple, rose essence, watermelon, rose absolute, cedarwood essence, vanilla, musk Neiman Marcus rating: 5/5 stars An ELLE editor says: 'I can't quite place why, but each time I spray on this perfume, I'm overcome with a wave of nostalgia. Fruity perfumes aren't usually my thing, yet this one's a very special exception. If I didn't have so many fragrances in my collection, I'd want to smell like this all the time.' —Carol Lee This beauty from Narciso Rodriguez has all the makings of an alluring fragrance. As its name suggests, the scent is led by the sensual combination of rose and musk, but its true depth reveals itself when it dries down—the bottom notes of vanilla, suede leather, and patchouli linger behind for the rest of the day. Notes: Bergamot, musc, tuberose, vanilla, suede leather, patchouli Size: 3.3 oz. Saks Fifth Avenue rating: 5/5 stars An ELLE editor says: 'As someone who loves musk, rose, and any scent Narciso Rodriguez produces, Musc Noir Rose is a perfect storm for me. There was no way I wouldn't fall for it, and yet I was surprised by how captivating it was. If you already adore Musc Noir and want to try your hand at a rose perfume, this will be the gateway scent for you.' —Carol Lee Hèrmes' Rose Ikebana should come with a warning label—people will most likely come up to you and pester you with questions about what you're wearing. The moniker comes from ikebana, a centuries-old Japanese practice of constructing bouquets of flowers to create sculpture-like arrangements, while the scent is meant to evoke a dew-drenched rose. Notes: Rose, rhubarb Bloomingdale's rating: 5/5 stars An ELLE editor says: 'Fragrances from Hèrmes never disappoint, and this is no exception. It's so long lasting and smells like a floral tea—my favorite kind, next to barley. 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Notes: Black cherry, red peppercorn, saffron, Centifolia rose, midnight violet, narcotic musk flower, patchouli fraction, labdanum, black leather, tobacco leaves Size: 1.69 oz. Neiman Marcus rating: 4.6/5 stars An ELLE editor says: 'If I'm being honest with myself, intense fragrances like these aren't typically my vibe. But Suite 302 makes me want to become its vibe. One whiff of it and I'm ready to throw a tailored black leather jacket over my shoulders, slip into a pair of black pumps, and waste the night away in a dimly lit cocktail bar on the Lower East Side.' —Carol Lee Jo Malone doesn't beat around the (rose) bush—its permanent rose perfume hits you with the aroma of roses straight out of the gate, and the addition of lemon gives this classic rose perfume a luminosity that can't be ignored. The brand's scents are designed to be layered, so you can add more complexity by creating your own aromatic cocktail. Notes: Lemon, scarlet velvet rose, honeycomb Size: 1 oz. Sephora rating: 4.1/5 stars An ELLE editor says: 'This was my signature perfume all throughout college; in fact, I think I bought my first bottle during the first week of school my freshman year. It served me well throughout those years. That's not to say that it's juvenile in any way—I recently revisited it, and it's as delicious as I remembered. I gladly added it back into my rotation.' —Carol Lee The original Miss Dior contained notes of rose, but the romantic flower takes center stage in this rendition. Its adorable bow-adorned bottle houses hints of citrus and musk too, which work in harmony to enhance the freshness and femininity of the scent. Notes: Grasse rose absolue, Italian mandarin, white musk accord A Sephora reviewer says: 'Love. Love. LOVE! This perfume has gotten me so many compliments. It's the perfect amount of floral and musk. Definitely a perfect perfume for a night out on the town!' Autumne West is the national beauty director at Nordstrom. Jessie Dawes is the chief marketing officer for Diptyque Americas. Dawes recommends looking inwards first. 'Understanding what you love about fragrances and what draws you in is the best place to start,' he explains. Then, you can get down to business: 'The best way to discover a new perfume is to go in-store to test and sample the fragrance on you. All perfumes initially smell a certain way but will dry down a bit differently as you wear it, which can help you determine if you truly love it,' West says. It's always a good idea to test as many as you can before settling on the one you choose to buy. Dawes explains, 'A great way to layer rose perfumes is to first determine how prominent you'd like the rose scent to be. If you want rose to really shine, I recommend adding it as your final step in your fragrance layering, almost as though you're adding a velvety and smooth veil to your personal scent. Rose is a universal and often recognizable scent that complements most things—we love to pair Diptyque's Eau Rose with Diptyque's Eau Duelle, layered on top for a floral gourmand expression that evokes the spirit of a Parisian patisserie.' But at the end of the day, there's no real pressure to layer your scent if you're more of a one-and-done kind of person—especially with rose perfumes. 'I find a lot of fragrances that have rose are already paired perfectly with the other notes within the scent, therefore it is great on its own! However, layering is always an option with no set rules. Fragrance is personal, so it is best to try out combinations until you create the version that is right for you. Rose pairs well with a bright note like citrus or tea, or alternatively with a hint of spice.' Essentially, the best way to figure it out is to play around until you find a combination that you personally enjoy. It's a resounding yes from our experts. 'There are varieties within the rose scent category, and each one smells differently based on the region the rose note comes from. For example, tuberose-based scents can be warm and heavy with a hint of musk, while a more traditional rose will tend to be light, sweet, and of course very floral,' West says. There's so much variety that even if you like to change up your scent each season, you'll be able to find a perfume for each one. 'Roses are beloved, and the iconic nature of the flower and its scent makes it palatable all year round,' Dawes adds. As a leading publisher of fashion, lifestyle, and beauty content, is committed to highlighting the best products in various categories by personally testing the latest and most innovative products, interviewing countless experts, and vetting customer-loved items. For this piece, beauty writer Carol Lee spoke with trusted fragrance experts about the rose perfumes, and she and other ELLE editors tested many out themselves. Lee also searched the internet for the top-rated rose perfumes, perused reviews for dozens of popular options, and evaluated each on their features and customer reviews.
