Poussiere de Rose

(A review originally posted on MakeupAlley in 2005, I wanted to re-post it here now because I do not use MakeupAlley anymore [but have many fond memories of using it] and I am trying to get back into writing reviews, using old 'work' as inspiration...): Known here in Amsterdam as the only rose scent that might last on a man by my favorite SA at Magna Plaza's Shu Uemura Glamour Shop, this is a plummy, mysterious rose. I see where some might find it potpourri-ish, but on me it is spicy and especially plummy--a strange mix that somehow gives the effect of being a purplish red rose. Something perhaps to reach for in an introspective mood, perhaps for artists in search of inspiration, something to catalyze expression on a fresh white page. All the Rosines seem to have a vivid otherworldly quality about them, very visual, like Victoire Gobin Daude's creations, and I love the history of Paul Poiret's 20's fragrances inspiring them, I can almsot see the feathers, sequins, and velvets of an early bohemian dressing room. Poussiere feels contemporary and at the same time nostalgic.

Yum yum yum!!! I found it! A Beautiful gourmand jammy Rose. Sweet, fruity, balmy, can really get the apricots, plums, cedar, cinnamon touch just the right amount. Not too spicy, not too much incense, not too powdery, its just right for me. I want asap!

I can't believe they discontinued this one. Such an inviting, warm, comforting scent. What comes to mind is having a cognac next to a fireplace on a cold fall evening.

A beautiful yellow rose. It is well-balanced, delicious and not too sweet. Perfect for all seasons. Another favourite of mine from this perfume house.

Such a lovely rich spicy rose. A lovely perfume. Gorgeous. ladylike and warm, erotic and sensual. I love it.