Best Rose Perfume UK: From Fresh and Pretty to Dark and Smoky
If you think rose perfume smells like your nan's dressing table, think again. Modern rose fragrances can be fresh and fruity, soft and powdery, or dark and smoky. The trick is finding the style that suits you.
Quick picks
Parisian Whisper
Rose Ember
Fleur de Boom
Adoré AmourWhich kind of rose are you?
- Fresh and elegant: rose with citrus and patchouli. Try Parisian Whisper.
- Soft and romantic: rose in a bouquet with jasmine and sweetness. Try Fleur de Boom or Adoré Amour.
- Dark and smoky: rose with leather, spice or oud. Try Rose Ember or Ombre Oud.
Our picks
Best everyday rose: Parisian Whisper
Parisian Whisper · Inspired by Coco Mademoiselle
Smells like: Bright orange, then rose and jasmine over a clean patchouli and vanilla base.
Wear it for: Work, brunch, anywhere. Elegant without trying too hard.
One of our best sellers.
Best dark rose: Rose Ember
Rose Ember · Inspired by Halfeti
Smells like: Rose and spice with leather and warm woods. Rich and memorable.
Wear it for: Evenings and winter. Unisex.
Best sweet floral rose: Fleur de Boom
Fleur de Boom · Inspired by Flowerbomb
Smells like: A big bouquet of jasmine, orchid and rose on a sweet patchouli base.
Wear it for: Date nights and special occasions.
Best soft, luminous rose: Adoré Amour
Adoré Amour · Inspired by J'adore
Smells like: Golden florals, jasmine, rose and a hint of juicy fruit.
Wear it for: Day-to-night. Soft, feminine and easy to love.
Best rose and oud: Ombre Oud
Ombre Oud · Inspired by Ombre Nomade
Smells like: Dark oud and incense with a berry-rose heart.
Wear it for: When you want to stand out. Unisex.
Pick any five scents in 5ml (roughly 50 sprays each) and wear them for a few days before you commit to a full bottle.
BUILD YOUR SAMPLE SETHow to wear rose
- Daytime: fresh roses like Parisian Whisper suit work and warmer weather.
- Evening: darker roses like Rose Ember come alive in the cold and at night.
- Layering: a light spray of a vanilla or musk scent underneath softens rose and makes it last longer.
Sizes and prices
Every Scent Haus fragrance is a 20% Eau de Parfum and comes in three sizes: 5ml for £5, 50ml for £19 and 100ml for £24. UK delivery is free on orders over £25.
Buying for someone? Our Christmas gifts for her include 2 × 50ml gift duos for £24.
Quick answers
Is rose perfume old-fashioned?
Not any more. Modern rose scents pair it with citrus, fruit, musk or oud, so they feel fresh and current.
Can you wear rose perfume every day?
Yes. Choose a fresher rose like Parisian Whisper for daily wear and save the darker ones for evenings.
Can men wear rose?
Definitely. Rose Ember and Ombre Oud are unisex and popular with men.
Keep reading
Scent Haus fragrances are inspired by the designer scents named. We are not affiliated with, or endorsed by, any of the brands mentioned. Brand names are used only to describe the scent style.
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