Rose d'Artiste

On my skin this fragrance was very much a solid Iris at the first 15 minutes which was powdery, earthy and with a somewhat leathery/suede like nuance. I then detected a slighty greenish warm citrus tone from the Bergamot and freshness from the Orange Blossoms and Violet. As the scent continued to develop, about an hour later, it became a bit balsamic, woody, sweet, ambery but still with the earthy powdery Iris being the centrepiece. The scent further developed in the third hour to have a somewhat waxy and cosmetics vibe, which smelled rather feminine, and that was the moment I thought of the very faintly sweet, powdery and somewhat floral scent of Roses. Although the scent became closed to skin after the first couple hours, it did have rather good longevity. I understand that Rose d'Artiste is supposed to be a limited edition of around only 1,300 bottles worldwide, but the price tag of closed to US$700 (retail price in Hong Kong) is really too much. I might consider getting a bottle if its price were in the US$350 range as it smelled really great on my cooler than average skin.

I got a tester bottle of it. Correct, there is no rose here. It is the Art of Pink, for sure. Lightly sweet iris and violet. Juicy powder, if it makes sense. Bergamot is behind the juiciness. There are some flowers, but they are ethereal and light. There is no sickening sweet orange blossom. There may be a tiny touch of rose, but it's just to add sweetness. There is no evident rose there. I do not feel any ambroxan, and I am susceptible to ambroxan. However, it may be a chemical which adds to the fragrance a modern touch. Myrrhe - yes, present, but as a foundation only, not noticeable scent if felt. It sounds more contemporary than the Lipstick Rose, for example. It reminds me of Meteorites powder balls from Guerlain but amplified a lot. It is feminine and all-season, though it is a day fragrance, as I prefer denser stuff at night. I am pleased with the purchase. I paid ~US150 for it. Would I buy it for U$700? No. Unless I am an Armani Prive collector. Longevity: very poor - 1 hour Sillage: poor

Okay, this is nice. This is very lipstick rose on me. But that's just it - nice. Not spectacular, not to die for, just nice. The bottle is pretty. The idea is pretty. But this is not $900CAD pretty. I get that it's a limited bottle and a limited number were made, but if you are not a true collector, it is not worth it.

I got this as a gift and LOVE it. I enjoy powdery scents and this one is very nice, expensive smelling powder. Reminds moof all the lipstick scents out there, but in a more classy way. Got many compliments from people

I really want to try this I like Amani Prive

The development of this one is worth noting even just on paper. The opening of Rose d'Artiste is terrible. Screechy, plastic-y, aquatic even - as the bergamot and neroli sing very different tones than the powdery violet and iris. It really smells uncoordinated. Since it's so pricey I put the paper away to give it a few days, and hit the dislike button. Rose d'Artiste proceeded to smell more like talc powder for the next two days. More and more powder, with a hit of sweetness and smoke. Now about a week later I got the dry down, and this is why I'm here writing this blab. This is probably one of the most sophisticated iris dry down I've smelled. Warm, soft, cuddly fluffy violet musk with a slight hint of myrrh that adds a dryness to it. The floral notes give it a brightness so it's not overly formal. Now I'm more compelled to test it on skin and hope that this base is the same as what they use in all their limited additions. I'm thinking specifically Sable Fume. That was such a good one.

Lovely take on the super popular makeup (lipstick) genre. It is a very pleasant, girly scent (on my skin). Pink suits it perfectly. "Artiste" in the name maybe not so much as I expected an experimental and unusual take on Rose. Back to the scent. Like in most makeup scents, the iris and violet play the leading role, rounded by orange blossom and warm and quite subtle benzoin. What I like here the most is the subtle animalic note coming through the composition, playing hide and seek (ambroxan). I get the same animalic -super cozy and very sexy note- in my beloved Figuier Eden, from the same Prive line. As I already said, it is not very complex or unusual, but if you are looking for an utterly feminine, lipstick/makeup with a subtle twist scent, I encourage you to try this.

Well it's only my neurosis about having to review everything I test that makes me write this, because there's really essentially only one thing to say about Rose d'Artiste: it's ridiculously expensive. Not being stupidly rich, I knew from the moment I saw that price tag that it wasn't meant to be for me. So it doesn't matter how good the scent is (and it's very good, a wonderfully sophisticated, earthy iris), and it matters even less how lovely the bottle is (so lovely!): I just couldn't afford to fall in love with this one, so I didn't. Too bad, because I did use up my sample entirely, which is always a sure sign that I really like a scent - big thanks to the generous giver of that sample, which she could easily have sold for 10 euros!

It opens with a pleasant blend of powdery iris with fresh citrusy notes. Within 20 minutes or so, other notes come into play - especially honey-sweet myrrh, smoky, contemplative incense & lightly earthy violets. It ́s really enchanting & utterly feminine fragrance. Rose d ́Artiste should be already available in Armani boutiques - I tested it in Vienna.

Rose D'artiste means the 'Art of Pink', journey through the world of pink hues. Piece 883/1300 Rose D'artiste unfolds with fresh and zingy bergamot. This isn't a juicy or explosive bergamot; it delicately introduces a sense of freshness, setting the stage for the upcoming accord. Even in its initial stages, the subtle powdery and incensy whispers of frankincense and myrrh begin to weave through, creating an ambiant vibe. The blending technique seems to infuse a refreshing quality without compromising the fragrance's depth; instead, it strikes a perfect balance, both substantial and gracefully nuanced. After around 1-3 minutes, the main character of violet and iris emerge. This imparts a slightly powdery, dusty, but still retaining the softness with a hint of sweetness. The iris, likely sourced from the flower rather than the root, imparts a dry, resolute yet velvety touch. The interplay between iris and violet takes on the route of a powdery cosmetic scent, subtly sweetened against a backdrop of incense, becoming the defining idea of the fragrance. Underneath, we have the lingering tones of frankincense, myrrh, and ambroxan. Throughout the olfactory journey, a rich tones of floral, powdery, ambery, and incense notes unfolds. The amber/incense fusion doesn't lean heavily into smoky or intense ash aspects; instead, it focus on the ambery and opulent facets of the resin. The collaboration between myrrh and iris prevents an overwhelming sweetness, preserving the enigmatic Middle Eastern signature characteristic of the Armani Prive line. This fragrance stays quite close to the skin, projecting just enough to reach the length of an arm. It's not an overwhelming presence but rather an airy, gentle embrace that lingers gracefully on the skin. I recall applying it around 7-8 pm on one occasion, and the following morning, a subtle trace of Rose D'artiste still lingered. Much like a lingering ghost of fragrance, it leaves a faint, a whisper. Imagine in a classy museum space, silent and undisturbed, with a single masterpiece illuminated in the center of the room. In front of you, a rose sculpted from with marble, adorned with silk fabrics in shades of purple, gray, and pastel, all veiled in a mystical haze of smoke and incense. The contrast between materials, colors, and forms creates a unique and contemporary experience. Experiencing Rose D'artiste feels like a fleeting moment crafted by Marie Salamagne, more about capturing a specific atmosphere, moment or space rather than adhering to a classic fragrance structure. Rose D'artiste is both simple and profound, an artful and mysterious creation that encapsulates a singular moment, a distinct emotion, a particular scenario.

I was delighted to receive a sample from Bergdorf Goodman of the new Armani Prive Rose d'Artiste before it's released in the US (only appears to be on Harrod's and Armani's Canadian site so far)... ...but I must say that it's quite an odd fragrance at best and near-sickening at worst. First, in fairness, the note breakdown isn't so unusual, its mix of florals, incense, citrus, and ambroxan seeming rather innocuous. Somehow, though, it comes off like a plastic, almost play-doh-like scent with the violet and iris screeching over the top. I don't really get much of the citrus, incense, or myrrh, just a synthetic mess of ambroxan, florals, and that odd plastic / play doh smell. Allegedly it's part of a release of only 1,300 bottles that seem to range in price from $600-700 US, which is steep, as the highest I'd seen in the Prive line otherwise is for New York at $360, with th rest of the collection being $310 or lower. It's obviously an impossible sell for me since I don't care for Rose d'Artiste but it's still a tough price to swallow for anyone. Rose d'Artiste may please some but it simply doesn't work for me at all. Sample carefully. 4 out of 10

for me it was actually a sort of a pale iris that dominated this Rose d'Artiste, so I'm glad to to have it confirmed in other reviews here. It is quite pleasant, but no fireworks - just a well-done, unoffensive and underwhelming perfume. NB: as I was checking out the 'new arrivals', I sprayed on my other arm another rose, the new Rose Rouge from VC&A. It certainly is a different take on a rose (and it does have rose in the notes ;0) and it was lovely and made the Armani smell even sadder in comparison ;o) I initially thought Rose D'Artiste was part of the regular Armani Prive line so to find out that the asking price is around 600 euro made it really ridiculous...

Very clay -esque powdery iris, with a touch of the kind of floral that turns into a sweaty smell. I'm definitely not getting any amber, not sure why this is classified as an amber scent. It also reminds me a bit of a big bag of old paints and paintbrushes, so I can see the artiste associations, although this may just be my imagination. Definitely has that dry iris clay paint feel to it. Definitely a unique smell, you could say artsy, but probably not one I could wear and definitely not one I could invest any significant amount of money into a full bottle...that said, interesting to try for sure. Edit: What rose? No rose here at all. ** 200 samples up for swap UK - check my customs, get in touch! **

Could someone sell me with a sample of Rose d'artiste delivery in Romania? Or even a full bottle? Thank you.

Why is it called Rose d'Artiste if there is no rose? Looks like it smells good at any rate.