Rose Ink

I think Rose Ink gets unfairly called "synthetic" by people who don't understand what that means. This brand works with award-winning perfumers working with first-class ingredients that happen to be mostly (not exclusively) natural oils produced by the legendary Robertet. Honestly, what I think is that they are confusing what is a "modern" vibe and a twist on rose that diverges from classical with it’s smooth, deep, and layered composition of saffron and blackcurrant combine with an accord they call a"crisp" amber to give it that “ink” edge (or what is being misinterpreted as "synthetic") that people talk about. It's a very "Eyes Wide Shut" kind of dark, sexy, and a little mysterious in a naughty way (in my point of view) while still soft in a unisex sort of way and definately wearable. This is an evening fragrance, great for special occassions (not so much the vibe you want for the office) and datenights, which I find performs well and is suited to both cooler and warmer weather. Cooler weather leans into the cozy vibe. Warmer weather leans into the "heat", sexy vibe. It lasts forever, projects beautifully, and smells expensive and is unique. It's a great alternative for people looking for a rose of substance but who can't abide oud. If you’re tired of sugary or old-school roses, this one hits the perfect unisex balance. Perhaps it leans a bit masculine (or dominatrix) but it is certainly bold without being loud and artistic without trying too hard. Total 10/10 for me — classy, moody, sexy. Rose Ink is certainly among the most UNFORGETTABLE fragrances Jerome Epinette has created. He was clearly inspired by Kierin's brief and has delivered us something which falls easily into the category of "Masterpiece". I have a soft spot for this brand, which is independently owned by a woman who seems very intentional and artistic, but that doesn't change the facts of the great work Jerome did here.

My ideal rose perfume. So beautiful. Rose Ink has a harsher edge to it from saffron, that I guess does smell like ink, but don't let that put you off. It works so well in here, the effect is still a smooth deep rose, I feel like the saffron/ink just makes the scent feel more unisex instead of a super girly rose. Fresher instead of too syrupy, great even on warm days. I also got compliments on this one from three of my friends, so it's not too weird or strange for people to like it. I don't feel the need to get a full bottle because I've just used up a whole travel spray, but I still really recommend this rose. It's lovely. The far drydown smells like the drydown of one of my husband’s colognes...I can’t pinpoint which one, but it’s intoxicating...

Very floral coming from the rose, and there is this synthetic extremely sexy note that they used to mimic ink to stop it from going feminine. It anchors this fragrance in the unisex range without a single doubt. It is not ink from a pen. I'm assuming it comes from the saffron and blackcurrant. None of the notes drop off in the fragrance. Instead, the base notes of smooth nonspicy and very aromatic woods come out to play. 10/10 Jerome Epinette is a genius. This fragrance lasts and lasts and lasts! 10/10. Wish it came in a 100ml bottle. Now I have to purchase 2! Edit: smells nothing like atomic rose guys. Don't fool yourselves. This one is much darker. Atomic rose is brighter. Please stop lying on fragrantica. It does nobody any good.

When I first tried my sample of this it was an immediate 10/10 for me, and it turned into my first ever full-buy of a fragrance (I've since learned I'm very picky and this is still my favorite). It's interesting, sexy, and unique, a little sweet but not gourmand. It's a strong rose with a touch of industrial something, and like another reviewer mentioned I get a distinct whiff of chocolate occasionally, but it could be the other notes I just don't know well. Long lasting on skin, good projection, and definitely unisex- absolutely worth a try.

Kierin NYC This brand has a lot of very attractive perfumes, so the most recent "ROSE INK" also feels the quality of a nitch perfume. The harmony between the saffron and the roses is quite beautiful. It's a perfume of great quality. *Great Sillage , Grest longevity , Reasonable Price , UNISEX