Rose Boheme

Trying not to throw caution to the fore winds for once, I only bought a 4ml bottle of this, and with a roller ball top. Unfortunately, it's gotta be the worst way to experience this fragrance for the first time. (Note: On June 25, 2025 I deleted most of this paragraph. I couldn't smell it when I first got it; it even seemed light and frothy. It has grown on me big time. I just love it. I don't know what happened; this seldom happens with me.) 7 days later: It's better than I thought; it just needs to be slathered on with my little roller ball. A really nice voluptuous even rose fragrance when slathered on, or I suppose sprayed on. Different enough from most rose scents for rose lovers to be justifiably intrigued. September 10, 2025: Finally dropped the $200 for a full 1.7oz bottle. An absolutely huge rosy fragrance, in the tradition of old school 1950's (and earlier) fragrances like Dana's Tabu, Raphael's Republique, and countless others. Spraying , not rolling it on, does the trick. Lasts around 5-6 hours on my skin, after throbbing away for the first 90 minutes.

This was my first full bottle of rose fragrance. I had three samples of this before I realized that it was something I wanted in my life for the long term. It really is a gorgeous fragrance. I love that it's natural because it doesn't give me headaches. The projection is modest, probably no more than six inches even when first sprayed, as is the staying power. When I had samples, I would carry them in my coat pocket and reapply every two to four hours as needed. It was less fragrance for me and more scent therapy. Whenever I needed a mental boost, I would apply some of this and feel better. If I had to describe the scent in one word it would be 'juicy'. I've noticed white roses tend to be more fruity, which I love. I've never noticed too much patchouli or fecal smell with Rose Boheme, but it does have a bohemian flair or even a kind of French attitude to it. This is for someone that leaves the top button of their shirt undone and combs their hair with their fingers. Je ne sais quoi in a bottle.

Yesterday, I walked into Providence Perfume Company and told Charna that in general, I do not prefer lily of the valley, jasmine, or rose fragrances. She showed me everything. What did I walk out with? Rose Boheme! This is heady, hypnotic, sweet, balanced, rich. The woody undertone remains warm and earthy without becoming astringent. The patchouli is done with a light touch, just the right note to compliment the heavenly rose. If I recall correctly, the designer, Charna, told me she had slightly reformulated this fragrance from its initial design (looks like it was launched in 2011). The biggest change was in reducing the amount of patchouli she uses. (Again, my recollection--if I get a correction from Charna I will add). I loved this studio and am budgeting NOW to go back.

This is a dark rose so dark red it is almost black. Very woody, and very spicy. I would wear this mainly in the fall and winter. This is not a spring or summer rose fragrance. I also think it is one you were on a special date night. It is very sophisticated, elegant but also has a bohemian flair to it as well. This is a fragrance for a woman who is confident, sexy but not uptight. She is true to herself, expresses her sexuality, loves nature but is also comfortable in country club as well. I really love this one and will purchase. If you love fragrances like Le Mat with vintage aged patchouli you will love Rose Boheme as well.

This is a stunning perfume and one of perfumer Charna Ethier's greatest creations. It is a slightly boozy rose with hints of greenery and tea and just barely perceptible oud which merge to envelope the wearer in a cloud of dark petals. The patchouli is sweet, ambery and long lasting. It all levels of to a sweet, soft powder by the end of the day. It gets tons of compliments, and I'd definitely a rose wearable for guys. If you like boozy roses, slightly smoky amber and just a hint of peppery smoke, this is your new best friend.