English Rose

Second review, for reformulated version (clear liquid). Top notes of neroli, rose absolute, chamomile, heart notes of rosebud and jasmine and base notes of sandalwood and amber. Opens a pinch fresh and bitter, neroli making its entrance, and quickly settles into a smooth, pretty rose scent, soft, feminine, with woody ambery undertones for sure. It reminds me very much of Cerutti 1881, that same dreamy, relaxed scent, though with different accents of notes. Absolutely office or hospital safe, gentle, unobtrusive, like a scented soap without smelling soapy. I actually love this version more than the older version with the pink liquid, which is dry and a tiny bit spicy, with a little bit more of a vintage flair to it. I like having both though, but be careful, as they're really not the same smell. Safe for rose lovers either way, but I would recommend the reformulated version to those unsure of rose.

Upon first sniff, this reminded me of Loubidoo by Christian Louboutin in the best way possible! I love Loubidoo for it's rosy and airy smell. This is way more rose forward, without that heavy powderiness. I think that's what I really love about this. The powder finish in this fragrance is quite soft and cozy. I never knew that I loved rose THAT much until Loubidoo, actually. For the price point of it - I'm happy with this English Rose bottle I got from Shoppers Drug Mart for less than $20. This pairs so well with the body mist version of "Cloud" by Ariana Grande. It's my new favourite combo - I'm obsessed!

This is such a beautiful light fragrance. Great for when you don't want to wear a heavy scent but still want to feel fresh. Very clean scent but poor longevity - it lasts all of 5 minutes on me quite literally. I own the edt, deodorant and soap. I absolutely love this fragrance. I love these types of fragrances - very classic. It reminds me of my grandmother! She loves Yardley. Great bedtime scent as well. This is not a pungent rose attar smell but more like a soft innocent rose scent - the type that still has morning dew on it.

As a fan of florals this doesn't disappoint. Clean, fresh and delicate this rose on a background of white florals (lily of the valley and jasmine) is suitable for any occasion. What I like most about Yardley English Rose is that there is not a single hint of old lady powder which many rose scents are afflicted with. I would most often use it as a daytime fragrance. I find it light enough to layer with other fragrances and elegant enough to hold it's own when you require something clean fresh ans comforting.

I bought this blind, knowing I like rose, to wear as a daily scent as an alternative to wearing my more expensive Jo Malone and what a good buy it was. Such a pure rose perfume, it's amazing. The dry geranium scent is there at the beginning but fades fast into a musky garden rose. I would call this a soliflore really. It seems quite strong when you first spray it, but isn't overpowering on. Just simple and pretty. I'm really very happy with it, especially at 12 euro for 125ml.