ManRose

The saga of Italian niche olfactory creations continues with ManRose, a sunshine-crowned Etro's creation. I was in needing of a rose fragrance since I was left brokenhearted by the last rose scent in my wardrobe (it was empty) and I have founded this on a bargain, so I blind bought it... best blind buy ever! I am not new to Etro's fashion and I literally fell in love with its style; this fragrance is no exception. ManRose opens with a rich, deep note of Calabrian bergamot (and maybe cedar?), polished by elemi, cardamom and a light Sichuan pepper echo. In few minutes, it settles on a beautiful gentle rose - geranium accord, enriched with an elegant precious woods - barely perceivable incense finish and an echo of rose’ jam. The drydown is a vetiver - patchouli - musk affair with a massive leather presence and a line of amber. A realistic, deep and airy construction that follows a clear composition palette. Elegance as (un)usual from the Maison: delivered! This scent reminded us of unknown memories from distant places in space and time. A grown up floriental that surely will change your perspective! Neat and clean, with a memoir from last century sacred procession - holy water and church's seats from a sunny south Italy. For a contemporary gentleman with an oriental signature touch. Unmissable if you love roses and you're a man who loves the unusual and dares to be different. Cannot wait to see my girlfriend again and let her sniff my skin, I will eventually update this review with her opinion! EDIT: my girlfriend fell in love with this scent, complimented and sniffed me an undefinable amount of times!

Etro ManRose, despite what its name might suggest, is far from a typical rose fragrance. It opens with a fresh and invigorating burst of citrus – primarily bergamot – paired with spicy cardamom, creating a refreshing and vibrant top that makes it perfectly wearable even in the heat of summer. Soon after, the heart note of rose begins to bloom — not a powdery or overly feminine rose, but a warm, spicy, and masculine interpretation. Accents of saffron, black pepper, and subtle incense add depth and complexity to the fragrance. As it dries down, ManRose transitions beautifully into a smooth base of amber, musk, and patchouli. These notes give it a comforting warmth and a slightly sweet undertone, making it suitable not only for summer days but also for cooler spring or autumn evenings. In terms of performance, it offers around 6-7 hours of longevity on the skin with a moderate projection — ideal for office wear or intimate settings. Value for money: Purchased at $50, Etro ManRose is a true gem in the niche fragrance world. At this price point, the quality of ingredients and the sophistication of the composition are outstanding. It delivers a niche-level olfactory experience at an almost designer price, making it a hidden treasure. Who is it for? If you’re tired of conventional rose scents and are looking for a modern, masculine yet elegant take on rose — infused with citrus and spices — ManRose will not disappoint. It’s a perfect choice for fragrance enthusiasts seeking something fresh yet complex.

An eccentric and smooth reminder of central London, this frag makes me feel as I am a Monarch of my own modern imaginary Kingdom full of citizens of both Western and Eastern origins. The kingdom of beauty and correctness where sophisticated ladies and gentlemen are equal to grounded emigrants of all kinds. Very urbanistic, it is suitable for every season and any given occasion. The brightest fantasy of mine develops with this scent on Trafalgar Square under the rain where classics meet globalization. A grotesque Saudi fellow inside red Bentley parked just a few meters away from a traditional Lions sculptures. As for the scent itself, there are two super well-balanced leading notes, a duet of Rose and Cardamom, which beautifully connect my haunting spirit with contemporary European and Middle-Eastern cultures. If there is a blend of Northern and Southern spirits, it comes with ManRose. A single spray on my wrist lasts for at least 5 hours without any serious conversions. While smelling this juice, I feel confident and strong throughout working hours, calm and easy throughout my weekends and holidays. Music: Two Figures By A Fountain by Dario Marianelli. Book: Submission by Michel Houellebecq. Film: Dirty Little Things by Stephen Frears. Painting: Dreamland by Bo Bartlett.

A fresh lemony aromatic rose scent. It is a fresher take of rose, compare to all the deeper denser rose combos like oud+rose, patchouli+rose, gourmand vanilla+rose, creamy white floral+ rose and fruity+rose, etc. For me, this humbles my experience with Ormonde Jayne’s Nawab of Oudh Intensivo. Etro Manrose is not as much complex but it gives similar vibe of how sweet aromatic rose is done. This is a rose perfume I would wear at dawn to refresh, awake, and energize myself. It opens with a soft rosy bergamot scent, a citrusy opening that does not burn the nose. It is so fresh and invigorating. Geranium comes in the middle phase to keep the rose slightly green and balance the sweet lemony touch. The incense plays like an invisible veil, I believes it is there as an effect during the hot weather. I thought it is preventing the perfume from being too sharp in sweetness and rosiness. Not like a smokiness presents in Frederic Malle’s Portrait of a Lady. As distinctive as it is, IMO it’s quiet expensive for full retail of $238, but the box is silky, cool. The con is when the bergamot dies down, the sweet rose reminisces a bit much of rosy room sprays or scented candles. However, it is a very delighted rose perfume and I wear it a lot in any situation.

A Grail Masculine Rose. Ive tried many Masculine leaning roses like Rose 31, Lyric, Ala Rose, etc and this its absolutely stunning. This is absolutely a masterpiece. A lively rose with the PERFECT amount of spice and depth kept fresh with bergamot. Whats great about this is that every time I go back I pick up a different part of the basenotes playing its role. I picked this up for around $110 from a discounter and I think its worth every penny. Though I will say for a higher end designer brand like Etro, I was EXTREMELY disappointed in the bottle and cap. Not the biggest deal ever but I dont even know if the bottle is actually glass. Aside from that, the juice instantly placed in my top 10 all time.