Alright, so I know I said I didn’t have time for a “real post” until later this week – and that’s true. I definitely don’t.

But I’m doing it anyways; biology lab report or none!

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After mentioning this lovely L’Artisan Parfumeur scent earlier today in our Valentine’s post, I thought I’d share a brief review with you. Enjoy!

Drôle de Rose is a light, mature scent, described as being “endlessly, unashamedly feminine.” And yet… if this is what femininity smells like, I may want to think about being a little more masculine. I find the scent to be much too docile and fleeting for my tastes – the opening is quite fresh, but the drydown smells sterile on my skin.

The notes are… (rose, and the following)

Top: violet and iris

Heart: aniseed, almond, and honey

Base: (a very soft, subtle) leather

While I rarely attach scents to age (most of my favourites are considered to be “old lady scents” by today’s market), I can definitely see this suiting my grandmother. I don’t mean this in a bad way, because it does smell lovely, and my grandmother wears perfume incredibly well when she sprays some on – but Drôle is very clean, very “pretty.”

For those of us who like to experiment with our scents, this may not be the best choice, but if you’re a rose lover, do give this a try. While mature, this rose is particularly timeless, and would make an amazing signature fragrance if it does suit you.

Drôle de Rose was crafted by Olivia Giacobetti in 1996.

Try this if…

• You’re looking for an über-sophisticated, classy, mature scent
• You like your fragrances to be light and airy
• Florals generally wear well on your skin
• You like “safe,” clean scents