Drôle de Rose
powdery up front, then violet, settling into rose.
About
Drôle de Rose by L'Artisan Parfumeur is a Floral fragrance for women and men. Drôle de Rose was launched in 1996. The nose behind this fragrance is Olivia Giacobetti. Top notes are Star Anise and African Orange Flower; middle notes are Rose, Powdery Notes, Violet and Iris; base notes are…
Nose: Olivia Giacobetti
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Wear Ledger
Opening · mid · drydownOpening· 0–30m
Heart· 2–4h
Drydown· 6h+
Olfactory readout
Accord mixWear intel
Community dataSkin chemistry varies. Sample before you blind-buy.
Wardrobe slot fits
Where it belongs- Best office perfumes for men — Close projection reads desk-safe at two sprays.
- Best perfumes for beginners — More L'Artisan Parfumeur picks for labeled wardrobe slots.
Before you buy
Wear-tested answersWhat does Drôle de Rose smell like?
powdery up front, then violet, settling into rose. Dominant accords: powdery, violet, rose.
What notes are in Drôle de Rose?
Top: Star Anise, African Orange Flower. Heart: Rose, Powdery Notes, Violet, Iris. Base: Almond, White Honey, Leather.
How long does Drôle de Rose last?
Wearers tag this as moderate. Expect 4–6 hours for most people. Heavier application can stretch that.
Is Drôle de Rose loud?
Close reach on skin. Arm's-length projection. Fine at work with a light hand.
What season is Drôle de Rose best for?
Spring is the top pick (40%). Summer is second at 23%. Try it on skin in the season you're unsure about before a full bottle.
Day or night for Drôle de Rose?
Day wear leads at 84%. Night is a secondary pick at 16%.
Is Drôle de Rose for men or women?
Catalog lists it for unisex. On skin, 64% read it as female. Sample first if you're buying blind for someone else.
Who made Drôle de Rose?
Composed by Olivia Giacobetti. Released in 1996.
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