The fragrance you wear isn't just how you smell. It's how it makes you feel, says editor Trudi Brewer. Here she shares a new zesty rose-based designer scent.
Dolce & Gabbana Dolce Rose EDT, 50 ml $120.
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“Maybe it’s the rosy aroma that reminds me of vintage rosy perfumes, or it’s the hit of fresh citrus you get the moment you spritz it on the skin.”
What's in it?
While this scent is named Rose, it's what's known as a fruity floral fragrance. Tart red currant, green apple and juicy mandarin orange; give it a citrus bite, and what you might smell from the first spritz. After a few minutes, the duo of rose and May rose, with white peach and magnolia. But what makes me want to wear it (and what gives this fragrance longevity) is the blend of musk, white wood and sandalwood.
Why do we like it?
For me, this scent is nostalgic. Maybe it's the rosy aroma that reminds me of vintage perfumes, or it's the hit of fresh citrus you get the moment you spritz it on the skin. It's undoubtedly the pretty little bottle with the classic black bow topped off with the rose petal lid. The colour red reminds me how a slick of classic scarlet lipstick can make me feel my most glamourous. This scent is the perfect addition to my perfume collection. It's a heady floral, the kind of fragrance I like to wear in autumn to make me feel elegant and ultra-feminine, thanks to it's incredible staying power on the skin.
Dolce&Gabbana Dolce Rose EDT is available in both 30 ml, $89 and 50ml, $120.