Eglantine

I got a sample of this the other day (a little wet-wipe in a foil sachet), and I've been putting it on my wrists daily since then. I expected to hate it, because I'm not generally a fan of super-flowery, super-fruity, super-feminine fragrances. In fact, I love it and am going to buy a bottle. The manufacturer's stated notes sound about right to me, for what it's worth, though I'd swear there's also a subtle hint of clean jasmine in there somewhere. The opening is very fruity in a delightfully refreshing, zingy, almost sherbetty way. The middle comes on quite quickly and somehow manages to start being very mellow and complex, while still having that initial refreshing vibe in there somewhere. Lovely. After about two hours it evolves into something really gorgeous; it still has traces of the earlier notes, but they sit on something gloriously sultry and alluring that is neither 'skanky' nor heavy. The whole thing lasts around 12-13 hours, on me. Throughout, as the name might suggest, there is a thread of rose, which morphs a bit through the development but stays rosey. It's not an 'old lady' rose in the least. It's ageless and lovely. Overall, this is not just a very interesting and attractive fragrance; it's also probably the most *CHEERFUL*-feeling fragrance I've ever worn. It's a quiet, complex cheerfulness, but boy does it make me feel happy!

Successful blind buy ^^ I love Fragonard and their affordable but high quality scents. Packaging is cute, too. What’s not to like? This is a soft feminine rose scent, it stays close to the skin with decent staying power 3-4 hours, which is about right for EDT. I would definitely repurchase.

Adorable and harmonious. The openning is fruity and juicy with that earthy thang of black currant. With time it fades and all it's left is rose, big, beautiful, lush rose that fades gracefully from skin for a long time. It's less green and aromatic than usual rose and black currant centered perfumes, it's just the openning, after that it's all about rose. And it's not one dimensional or boring, it's beautifuly layered. Smells natural and effortless and it's very easy to wear. Great quality, as usual. If, after trying this, you want similar rose but with more punch, go for Rose Lavande. You will not be disappointed.

A gorgeously blended fragrance, I detect just about every note in the pyramid. This is a fresh magenta rose with fruity nuances, almost like it might go jammy, but instead it remains bright and clean. My problem with it is that it becomes too tangy on my skin over time, but for those who like that sort of thing, this rose will never become stale or stuffy. I definitely appreciate it. On me it has huge sillage and longevity.

Beautiful perfume - reminds me a lot of Grenade Pivoine by the same house. Very elegant and rosy - but not stuff or artificial smelling rose. Perfect for a spring/summer day. I could imagine myself wearing this for a cute spring/summer day date at the park or for a city walk and coffee, wearing a ditzy floral dress and converse.