To provide the best experiences, we use technologies like cookies to store and/or access device information. Consenting to these technologies will allow us to process data such as browsing behavior or unique IDs on this site. Not consenting or withdrawing consent, may adversely affect certain features and functions.
The technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user, or for the sole purpose of carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic communications network.
The technical storage or access is necessary for the legitimate purpose of storing preferences that are not requested by the subscriber or user.
The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for statistical purposes.
The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for anonymous statistical purposes. Without a subpoena, voluntary compliance on the part of your Internet Service Provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or retrieved for this purpose alone cannot usually be used to identify you.
The technical storage or access is required to create user profiles to send advertising, or to track the user on a website or across several websites for similar marketing purposes.
irina_3187 – :
I have a hard time with roses. I can handle them when they’re slightly bitter or somewhat buried in a blend, but stick a crappy damascone in front of me, and I’m toast. This one handles rose in a way that I can deal with: it’s got the slight bitterness of the otto, but it’s also somewhat blended, playing more of a supporting role than stealing the spotlight.
Upfront, you get a big candied orange with a slight chocolate/vanilla facet to it. It’s syrupy and thick, but steers clear of cloying sugary hell. Instead, it’s more narcotic and alluring—a powdery citrus gourmand that actually feels a little raunchy. There’s something visceral lurking in the shadows here—an indole or an ambrette perhaps—something that adds a hint of trouble in an otherwise innocuous sequence of notes. Like many other natural perfumes, this one opens loudly to maximize staying power—and it’s quite a loud blast upfront.
Thirty minutes in and it’s still pretty big, but the notes structure themselves a little more and it’s revealed that the orange is accented by white florals while the powdery presence is impeded by the slight bitterness of the rose. The whole thing feels somewhat edible, but more in the sense of an avant-garde savory/sweet desert. For an orange-dominant scent, it feels surprisingly transitional—I could picture it as a spring/summer affair, but the animal facet also gives it some moody attitude.
After about an hour or so, things have tamed down quite a bit, and what remains is an orangey vanilla that reads a tad too “popsicle” for my liking. Yet there’s something stemmy that’s brings texture and support to keep the scent from becoming a big ball of sweetness.
The development of this one is puzzling. The opening is where the scent seems to be at its most fleshed out with the gourmand orange aspect working in juxtaposition to the rose. But as it settles, it becomes increasingly candy-like—which feels paradoxical to me. I think after spending so much time with the orange chord, I’d be ready to welcome something more earthy and grounded, yet this kind of orange crème effect could certainly be well suited for some. However, I’d reiterate that the rose is more of a team player than a lead in this scent, and so this might not be the best representation of rose in the line (Rosenlust takes that award). But it’s handled nicely and without too much fanfare—which is sort of a relief.
lepeskin – :
Feminine is right – this scent makes me feel like a woman!
I go through phases with most of the perfumes I have, but never this one. Rose L’Orange is like coming home. Sweet roses succumb to tangy orange, and there’s a bit of vanilla, like cream on top of ripe fruit. I think I love it so much because the rose and orange are foils for one another. The scent is really memorable – I am constantly getting compliments on this one.
I also have (and love) the Eau de Parfum version of this scent. Rose L’Orange manages to stay true to itself with both of the two different carriers.
Clouplirl – :
Rose L’Orange is one big powdery battle of rose versus orange blossom. I quite like this fragrance, and its bold, unique approach.
This could be a unisex scent, and I say this because Rose L’Orange turned out to be a lot less feminine than I expected it to be. I admittedly don’t know too much about natural perfumery, and April Aromatics, (as a brand), is fairly new to me.
Mainstream brands tend to give floral notes like rose and orange blossom a soft, sweet and/or fresh aroma. I really wasn’t expecting the somewhat bitter and green floral opening, further highlighted by realistic neroli. I came to love the smell after some time on the skin, however the opening did cause me to take a few steps back.
The heart was evidently much smoother. Still slightly bitter, but muskier and sweet. Rose L’Orange smells like something I would expect from Jean Claude Ellena’s Hermes range, with vegetal-like qualities and a unique spin on popular accords.
Rose and orange blossom, are two of my most beloved floral notes, however when blended together I’m not so convinced. I like this fragrance, but unfortunately not enough to compel me to wear it again, let alone buy a full bottle.
The longevity was truly fantastic, as was the sillage which projected itself with sudden wafts of floral beauty every now and then. This fragrance is really worth discovering, and now that I’ve had a taste of this brand, I want to discover more.
Effermore – :
Beautiful soft almost gourmand rose with sweet orange nuances, can’t stop smelling this. Very peaceful, masterfully blended.