Scandal

An ode to tuberose, Scandal opens with a powerful, animalic version of the flower. Heavy, opulent, salty, slightly dirty—this is a tuberose in the zenith of its bloom. Gorgeous, yes, and so incredibly potent, it is borderline revolting. My first thought was “I cannot wear this!”, my second “Oh wow, I have to smell it again!” It really is quite compelling, and gets even better the longer you wear it. Overwhelming at first, on the dry down the scent mellows out quite a bit, resting against the background of jasmine and orange blossoms. The white florals play a supporting role, softening (or rather taming) the tuberose. The sandalwood comes across as a warm note, and I perceive not even the slightest hint of the rose. One hour later, I get a lush and literal tuberose with a faint echo of lavender, which softens it further, helping it settle into a rich and beautiful skin scent. That is the version of the fragrance that stays with me all day. A stunning, creamy scent that doesn’t feel linear and seems to bloom on your skin. Scandal reminds me of another fragrance I adore—the regal, romantically named Atlantide by Tiziana Terenzi. If you are partial to strong, realistic tuberose, this is a must-try. P.S. I would recommend forgoing the blotter and testing it directly on skin—Scandal is superbly blended and reveals itself best, when warmed by your skin’s chemistry.

I cannot agree with @Fat rabbit (below) about Scandal Parfum being identical with Isabey Gardenia. I do think that if you like Scandal Pour Femme you will also like Isabey Gardenia EDP: they are in the same part of the garden. Scandal starts off loud, bright, sweet and fruity: almost headache-y, but after half an hour it evolves into something quite different and it settles down into a warm and gentle sophisticated white flower melody. Whereas Isabey Gardenia just stays more or less the same from first application and is far less complex and it goes on less of a journey, it is lovely. I want you to know also that Scandal Pour Femme parfum is also less scandalous and narcotic than Frederic Malle’s Carnal Flower because the tuberose in Scandal is heavily balanced out with citrus, musk and other lighter white flowers. I love Scandal, it is my favourite Roja Dove fragrance. Well worth the money in my opinion, a classic. Maybe @Fat Rabbit was referring to Scandal Essence de parfum pour Femme when she or he compared it to Isabey’s Gardenia. I can recommend Isabey Gardenia if you like Roja Scandal pour Femme but it cannot replace it.

I blind bought a 100ml bottle on Fragrancenet as it was on sale for $400.00 AUD. I had tried the Roja Dove Essence sample box and Scandal Essence was my favourite being a white floral lover so I had to purchase the Parfum bottle for my collection . Researched the difference in the Essence vs the Parfum and actually there wasn’t much information on its comparison . Based on the main accords of both , the Parfum has Tuberose being more predominant than in the essence . Also lavender is included in the top notes with the Parfum . I have yet to receive the bottle as shipping from the US is taking awhile . Once I receive the bottle , I can give a more precise comparison to the both .

Id have to say this is the most dreamy modern romantic white floral melange in our time. This is an always appropriate white floral thats polished and can reach for everyday without it being too much. Not sure what to wear? Scandal. Its much more versatile than one may think. This is not anything like fracas ..this is much more romantic and refined.This white floral does not roar. So if you are looking for a screaming white floral presence..look elsewhere. His Tuberose is closer to Fracas..this is closer to JDB but much more ladylike.. Just...lovely

I do see the resemblance to Bagatelle (which I have previously owned, pre-reformulation batch.) But to my thinking this is much smoother and less 'in your face old-school.' My skin devours fragrance so I will admit to re-applying twice on the first day I got it but it still didn't overpower me or anyone close to me. Everything was well blended so nothing tried to take centre stage. I would rate sillage as moderate and longevity as moderate. I'm not sure I would have paid full price for it but I am more than happy with my bargain find.