Rose & Oud

Rose & Oud by Flavia, released in 2023, is worn by anyone and is described by wearers as gourmand, woody, floral and amber in equal measure. In practice that means a sweet, fruity rose over a warm, resinous base, with more richness than the simple name suggests.

It opens on fruit rather than flowers: quince brings a tart, honeyed sweetness and raspberry a jammy brightness. The heart is where the rose arrives, supported by other floral notes and wrapped in incense, which adds a dry, smoky contrast to the fruit. The base is warm and dense, with sandalwood and woody notes for a creamy depth, amber for sweetness and animal notes for a slightly musky, skin-like undertone that gives the drydown some weight.

With fruit, rose, incense and amber all pulling in the same direction, it reads as a cosy, enveloping scent rather than a fresh one. Its notes point to cooler weather and evenings, and to wearers who enjoy sweet, resinous rose compositions rather than green or dewy ones.

Rose & Oud — unisex fragrance by Flavia (released 2023). Top notes: Quince, Raspberry. Heart notes: Rose, Incense, Floral Notes. Base notes: Animal notes, Woody Notes, Sandalwood, Amber. — Parfica open fragrance database